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    4.9 (84 reviews)
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    Golf bag with name embroidered
    Zaydian A.

    Brought my golf bag to Merlin Embroidery and they did an amazing job! Kevin & Emmanuel were both super friendly & provided excellent customer service. I know they do other custom work like hats & shirts, but if you want to add your name to a golf bag I highly recommend coming here. Would I go again? Absolutely!

    Aaron S.

    Great quick service from a very knowledgeable team. Embroidered my golf bag while I waited. Had a great help with the font, text, and colors. Extremely professional and they will take care of your item very well. Lots of compliments on my personalized bag. Thanks Merlin!

    Athena A.

    It's always a pleasure working with Kevin and getting my projects done. I brought in a whole coat for embroidery and I am super satisfied with the quality and how it turned out. I absolutely recommend Merlin for any embroidery work. They do the job perfectly. On top of it, they are very professional and on point with communications and facilitating drop offs and pick ups. If you are a medical professional or person in uniform, this is the place for you. THE BEST embroidery business in San Diego.

    Thank you, Kevin! My daughter & I absolutely love the work that was done on her stole. This is my first-born & I unfortunately missed the deadline for it to be done at the university. I scouted Yelp and promptly got a call and reply from Kevin. Look at that seal! The work, the communication - impeccable. Seeing this completed made it all too real for this mom. Made it in time for her to take her graduation pictures with it. Kevin completed the finishing touches even when the store was closed on Sunday, just so she could have it in time! I was able to access it in their after hours storage. Awesome & very accommodating! (I had to blur her name but it's so beautiful)

    Arsenia M.

    Just received an order for Kevin and the team at Merlin Embroidery! I reached out to Kevin to have some swag embroidered for our company holiday party. Throughout the entire process Kevin was attentive and knowledgable, even during the holiday crunch. We are so happy that we were able to make this project work in no small part to Merlin Embroidery. Many thanks for an amazing job and experience!

    RN covers.
    Luis V.

    First, I want to say that I wish I could give more than five stars to this place. I came in today, 21Dec20. Even though I completely by passed the signed they had on the door. Stating that they were closed until 15Jan21. I did not get the name of the gentleman that assisted me, but he had an epic beard. I did speak with the owner, Mr. Kevin. I went in to get 4 RN covers embroidered for my wife and her staff. "2Legit2Quit". Even though they were closed and super busy, he helped me out. Same day service, and couldn't be happier with the outcome. Looks way better than what I expected. I was out of there in less than 30 minutes. Would definitely recommend this shop and it's staff. Very nice, humble and phenomenal work. Definitely coming back here for future requests. They do hats, jackets, t-shirts, you need something embroidered they'll take care of you. Thank you again and happy holidays to you and your love ones.

    Embroidery on rack curtains.
    Melissa H.

    Merlin's provided excellent service and craftsmanship. My 9 month deployment is right around the corner and I received blackout curtains for my rack. I had some Navy Chief patches sewn on and wanted some embroidery. Top notch work. Top notch pricing! Top notch customer service. I've already had several Chiefs ask, where to get theirs done. I highly recommend this business. It's not every day that people help service men and women at their own sacrifice. I really appreciate that.

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    Danel R.

    Jeremy and Kevin are the man! great eye for style. service is impeccable and friendly. Jeremy really takes great pride in his work and i love his craftsmanship. I brought in a few hats for embroidery and he did a fantastic job. these guys know what to do....they've been in the business for many years and i'd consider them experts! thank you for a job well done Jeremy!

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    Beautiful work, friendly staff, and reasonable pricing. Will definitely be coming back for all embroidery needs!

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    Came here to get a couple cooking aprons embroidered and they came out really well. The owners was great to work with as well.

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    Ask the Community - Merlin Embroidery

    Can you guys put a design that I would like on the side of a new era hat? (I will provide a hat)

    Yes, we do that for 20 customers per day for about 35 years. If you are serious about doing a project with us, it's best to reach out to the shop directly with the logo and some more direct communication. thanks Kevin see shop hours and address… Read more

    Can I bring a hat to customize with San Diego Padres designs?

    Yes, we have many Padres designs to choose from thanks Kevin best to bring in what you want decorated and bring the logo.… Read more

    Do they have a minimum in order to request patches?

    no minimum order, call the store during working hours and prepare to send the logo and information regarding the patch you need done. thanks kevin 619.884.9712 direct

    Hi will you guys be able to embroider this on shoes like timberlands?

    Chloe, Sorry unfortunately not, most decoration you see on shoes is done before the shoe is constructed. Thanks for your question, this is actually a very common question. Kevin at Merlin Embroidery 619.884.9712 direct for other questions. Or… Read more

    Do they embroider shoes?

    Jana, That's funny I get that question a lot thanks for asking. Most shoes are embroidered before they are put together, they are a flat piece or pieces of material they are embroidered or printed or dyed or decorated, then they are constructed.… Read more

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    But honestly, kevin is truly is an expert in the field and he'll make sure it will be exactly how you'd want it!

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    I've visited Yarn and Thread Expressions three times now and every visit has been genuinely…read morewonderful. The shop isn't open every day, and while part of me wishes it were, it actually makes catching it open feel like a treat. It turns a simple supply run into something I look forward to. My first visit was just to browse. I picked up a few skeins from the discontinued/orphan bin and some fun extras for a crocheter friend. The selection immediately stood out -- this isn't big-box store yarn. The fibers are higher quality and much more enjoyable to work with. On my second visit I purchased a beautiful wool/alpaca blend hank for fingerless gloves. Carol balled the yarn for me and then taught me how to split it into two equal balls for my project. The concept honestly confused me at first, but she explained that you divide by weight rather than yardage -- and suddenly it clicked. One of those "aha" moments you remember later. Shortly after, I returned for two more hanks of the same yarn. Carol again walked me through using the swift and ball winder. I even sat at the big studio table ripping out a glove... twice... while she patiently taught two young students to crochet. Watching her explain foundation chains and rows made it clear she isn't just a shop owner -- she's a gifted teacher. Most recently, I brought in gloves I was struggling to finish. She patiently explained the construction in a way my brain could actually process and showed me an alternate method that achieved the same result but was much easier to understand. That kind of support is priceless. Carol consistently shows kindness, patience, and deep knowledge of fiber arts. The shop also carries a huge variety of patterns for knitters and crocheters at every skill level. Parking can feel confusing the first time, but it's easy once you know: there's a lot behind the building -- enter via the driveway to the left of the neighboring house -- plus plenty of street parking. As long as the shop is open, I'll keep coming back. This place feels less like a store and more like a fiber community.

    I had not been to this shop before and I am really glad I went there. A lovely collection of yarns,…read morereasonably priced, and good value. The best part was the proprietor. If she hadn't helped me, I would never have been able to figure out how much yarn I needed for my projects! It will be my go-to from now on, as I live close by.

    Cozy Creative Center

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    I was looking for a place that sold Bernina Sewing machines. As a longtime Bernina user, I'd been…read morehoping to find a dealer nearby, and I was happy to find Cozy's. Walking in, I was greeted by a huge showroom filled with every kind of sewing machine imaginable. On one side, bolts of fabric, quilts, and precut packs completed the best of all worlds for my sewing needs. I spoke with Peter, whom I gather is the manager (owner?). He was welcoming and knowledgeable, guiding me to the modern Bernina that could replace my beloved "old friend." I explained my past experience with Bernina and the machine's demise, and he showed me how the newer model offered improvements in stitching and features. I had recently bought a Janome at another place and was regretting the switch. Peter offered a generous trade-in deal: he'd credit my nearly-new Janome toward a Bernina purchase at full value. I walked out with a Bernina and the sense that I'd reunited with an old companion. Peter also suggested a lesson to maximize the machine's capabilities, which I booked with Tami, a store instructor. Tami spent an hour walking me through the machine's ins and outs, and I left feeling confident and inspired. To top it off, a few accessories I wanted were available at a deep discount, thanks to Peter's careful pricing. The experience at Cozy's Creative Center was wonderful and I will be going back to attend their many classes offered for sewing projects.

    Maria and Tammy were welcoming and kind. A beautiful shop with gorgeous fabrics. I highly…read morerecommend!!!

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