Custom Pet Portrait Embroidery

Some pets are more than pets—they are family. Custom pet portrait embroidery transforms a favorite photograph into a textured artwork you can display and treasure for years. These pieces are especially meaningful as memorials after the loss of a beloved animal, but they also make wonderful gifts for birthdays, holidays, and special milestones. The process begins with your photo and your story. You can send a clear image of your dog, cat, horse, or other animal and share what you love most about them—their expression, markings, or a particular pose. Shirly digitizes the image by hand, choosing stitch types and thread colors that capture fur texture, shading, and personality rather than aiming for a flat, printed look. Because pet portraits are more complex than standard logos or monograms, they require additional time for design and test stitch-outs. We will discuss size, fabric, and finishing options together, whether you prefer a piece that will be framed, sewn into a pillow, or incorporated into another textile project. Lead times vary with season and complexity, so it is best to reach out well in advance if you have a specific date in mind. Around holidays and graduation, calendars fill quickly. When possible, we will provide an estimated window and updates throughout the process. Clients often tell us that these portraits become some of their most treasured possessions. If you have a pet you never want to forget, a custom embroidered portrait is a beautiful way to honor that bond.