Graduation is more than a ceremony—it is a milestone that represents years of work, sacrifice, late nights, and support from family and friends. Custom embroidery on a graduation stole turns that moment into a keepsake you will treasure long after the caps are tossed.
Clever Orchid Embroidery works with students and families throughout Columbia, especially those graduating from the University of South Carolina and local high schools. Here is how to design a stole that feels uniquely yours.
What can you embroider on a graduation stole?
You are not limited to just a name. Many grads include:
- Full name or initials
- Graduation year
- Degree or major
- Greek letters or organizations
- Honors, leadership roles, or meaningful symbols
During your appointment, Shirly will help you map out both sides of the stole so that the design feels balanced and easy to read in photos.
School colors, thread choices, and font styles
Using school colors is a classic choice, but you can also incorporate metallic threads or contrasting colors to make details stand out. Fonts can range from elegant script for names to bold block letters for organizations and titles.
Clever Orchid keeps a wide selection of thread colors on hand and can show you actual stitched examples, not just digital previews. This helps you visualize what your stole will look like on the day of your ceremony.
When to schedule your graduation stole embroidery
Graduation season is busy. To avoid rush stress, it is best to book your stole embroidery several weeks before your ceremony date. That allows time for design decisions, stitching, and any final adjustments.
That said, Clever Orchid does help with a limited number of rush projects when the schedule allows. If you are on a short timeline, reach out as soon as possible so we can see what is realistic.
Turning your stole into a keepsake after the ceremony
Many graduates frame their stole alongside photos, programs, and tassels. If you plan to display yours, let us know—we can discuss layout options and embroidery placement that will look best in a frame.
Ready to design your stole?
Whether you are graduating from USC, a local high school, or another program, Clever Orchid can help you create a stole that tells your story. You can learn more about our graduation stole services or request an appointment to get started.