Simple Cap Mockup
What's inside
- Applications Photoshop
- File Types PSD
- License Free (see author's terms)
- Author Behance
This simple cap mockup is a quick way to show an embroidered logo without a photo shoot.
Good pick for streetwear labels, merch shops or anyone putting together a portfolio. Tip: caps show logos small and curved; a simplified version of the mark reads much better than the full logo.
Selling merch online without photos of every colour is hard; a good apparel mockup fills that gap until the samples arrive. Add a hoodie or sweatshirt shot next to it and you have a basic collection page.
Credit goes to a designer on Behance. We link to their download page rather than re-uploading the file, so check their terms there before commercial use.
What you can edit in this Simple Cap Mockup
The PSD is layered, so you can change:
- Print design, placed through the smart object
- Shadows and highlights
- Folds and wrinkles that wrap your print
- Fabric colour
Editing the Simple Cap Mockup, step by step
- Prepare the graphic flat, without shadows or fake texture. The mockup adds those.
- In the Layers panel, find the layer with the small smart object icon and double-click it.
- Place your design, hide the sample artwork, save, and go back to the main file.
- Change the fabric colour with the colour fill layer.
- Export a full-size image for your portfolio and a smaller one for social media.
If the print looks too sharp, a very slight blur (0.3 px) makes it sit into the fabric.
Best uses for this Simple Cap Mockup
- Present a small patch design in a client proposal or brand guide.
- Share a side mark on Instagram, Behance or Dribbble with a real-looking preview.
- Use it as the cover image for an embroidered logo in your portfolio.
Quick notes on this mockup
- Made by a designer on Behance. The download size and format are listed on their page.
- Check the smart object size before you design, so your artwork fits without stretching.
- The preview shows the angle, background and lighting you’ll get.
- Built for Adobe Photoshop. A recent CC version handles the smart objects best.
Browse more free cap mockups on Artistic Orbit, with new files added every day.
Questions about this mockup
Is it free for commercial use?
That depends on the author's terms. The download page lists what is allowed; when in doubt, ask the author directly.
How do I put my artwork on the cap?
Find the smart object layer (it has a small icon on its thumbnail), double-click it, place your design, then save and close that tab.
Which Photoshop version do I need?
A recent Photoshop CC version is best. Older versions can open the file but sometimes have trouble with smart objects and effects.
Can I change the fabric colour?
Almost every apparel mockup has a colour fill or adjustment layer for the garment. Double-click its thumbnail and pick your colour.
