Huckmade Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs about Huckmade

Who is Huckmade? For the last 30 years Huckleberry Starnes has been designing and making custom products in Atlanta, GA. as "Huckmade"
Is Huckleberry your real name? Yes, my mother was an english teacher.
Does Huckmade have a retail store? Nope, during COVID closed my public location and started working from my home studio. Currently I have no plans to reopen that old location.
Can I make an appointment at the studio? Yes, click here to schedule a paid consultation or studio visit: Schedule Studio Appointment

Does Huckmade have a minimum charge? Yes, my minimum is $400 per project, so even if it's an $80 patch, the project will cost $400
What are prices based on?

-Number of colors

-Size of embroidery

-Complexity of design

-If I'm attaching it to a garment

-Trim detail (like extra layers of felt)

-Delivery speed (See Rush Order Fees below)

-Your feelings about the Star Wars prequels

-Special details (printing or computer embroidery)

Does Huckmade offer rush orders? Yes, when possible.
1-3 day delivery (or weekend hours): +100% of price.
4-6 day (or weekend hours): +50% of order price.
How much does Huckmade charge for artwork or graphic design services?
Basic layout/mockup (using your source material) $65+
Custom artwork $100 and hour (estimate provided)
Receive a digital copy of artwork for an additional charge

Can an I hire Huckmade to do the chenille and chainstitch for my brand? Yes, but please note that my products are all hand made 1 at a time and I do not offer price breaks for multiples.
Can I order multiple patches? Yes
Can you reproduce my artwork? Yes
Can you reproduce a patch I saw on someone else's jacket? No, I do not make copyrighted or other people's artwork.
How long does it take to get my custom order? It depends on my current workload, but typically 2-4 weeks (Rush orders available for an additional charge)
I want to order samples now, but I'm going to come back and order more later. Can I get a price break on the first ones? No. If you order 1 or 20 the prices are the same because I make them all 1 at a time.
Can you draw my idea? Yes, for an additional fee
Why does your chenille and chainstitch cost more than on Amazon and Etsy? Those sites sell machine made/mass produced chenille and chainstitch made in factories overseas. My products are custom made by hand just for you. That costs more.
Can you make and attached patches to a jacket I already have? Yes, I can make loose patches, direct to garment embroidery or sew on your patches (for an additional charge)
What is your return policy? I do not accept returns
Do you have a store?
No, and my studio is by appointment only.
Click here schedule an appointment: Appointments