Detail picks the type
If your logo has fine lines or small text, woven or printed usually beats embroidered at small sizes.
Custom patches: embroidered, woven, chenille, PVC, leather and printed.
A patch puts your brand on jackets, caps, bags and uniforms, and can be added after the garment is made. The right type depends on the detail in your artwork, the look you want and where the patch will live. We help you choose, then proof the size, colors and border before production.
What this covers
What custom patches includes.
Nothing is produced, installed or launched until you have approved a proof.
Six patch types
- Embroidered
- Raised thread with visible texture. The classic uniform patch.
- Best for Bold logos, badges and lettering where a tactile look matters.
- Woven
- Thinner threads woven flat, so fine detail and small text stay sharp.
- Best for Detailed logos, small lettering and a smooth, low-profile finish.
- Chenille
- Soft, looped yarn with a raised, fuzzy surface, often on a felt base.
- Best for Letterman-style letters, large simple shapes and team wear.
- PVC
- Molded soft rubber in raised layers, with crisp color separation.
- Best for Outdoor and wet conditions, gear bags, and bold, simple graphics.
- Leather
- Genuine or faux leather, debossed, embossed or laser-engraved.
- Best for Caps, bags and premium apparel where a single-tone mark suits the brand.
- Printed
- Artwork printed onto fabric, usually by dye sublimation.
- Best for Photographic detail, gradients and full-color artwork.
Around the patch
- Help choosing the type
- We look at your artwork and use and recommend the patch type that will reproduce it best.
- Borders and shapes
- Merrowed (overlocked) edges for simple shapes, or heat-cut and laser-cut edges for custom outlines.
- Backings
- Sew-on, iron-on, hook-and-loop and adhesive backings. Availability varies by patch type; we confirm options in the quote.
- Application to garments
- Patches can be supplied loose or applied to apparel as part of a merchandise order.
Who it suits
Usually a good fit for
- Uniform and workwear programs that need a durable, consistent badge
- Clubs, teams and schools
- Events, tours and merchandise ranges
- Volunteer organizations and nonprofits
To start
Useful to include in your inquiry
- Your artwork, in the best format you have
- Approximate size and shape
- The patch type you prefer, or “help me choose”
- How it will be attached (sewn, ironed, hook-and-loop or adhesive)
- Quantity and the date you need patches in hand
- Colors, if specific matches matter
Missing some of this? Send what you have. We will ask for the rest.
Request a patch quoteProcess
From first message to handover.
We confirm the schedule for your project in the quote; it depends on scope, quantities and materials.
- 1
Recommendation
We suggest the patch type, border and backing that suit your artwork and use.
- 2
Proof
You receive a digital proof showing size, colors, border and backing. If you would like a physical sample first, ask and we will tell you whether it is possible for your patch type.
- 3
Approval
Production starts only after you approve the proof.
- 4
Production
Patches are produced to the approved specification.
- 5
Delivery
Patches are delivered loose, or applied to garments if ordered with apparel.
Worth deciding early
What usually shapes the result.
Where it will live
PVC handles rain and mud; chenille is better kept for jackets and team wear.
Backing and garment
Iron-on backings are convenient but not suited to every fabric. Sewn patches are the most secure option.
Shape and border
Complex outlines usually need a heat-cut or laser-cut edge rather than a merrowed border.
FAQ
Custom Patches questions.
Which patch type is best for my logo?
It depends on detail, size and use. Send the artwork with your intended size and we will recommend a type and explain why.
Is there a minimum order?
Minimums vary by patch type and size. Include your quantity in the inquiry and the quote will state any minimum for your patches.
Can I get a sample before the full order?
Every order starts with a digital proof. If you need a physical sample before the full run, mention it in your inquiry and we will confirm whether it is possible and what it involves.
Can you sew the patches onto our garments?
Patches can be applied as part of a merchandise and apparel order. Mention it in your inquiry and list the garments.
What size should my patch be?
Common placements guide size: a chest or shoulder patch is smaller than a jacket back. We will suggest a size based on placement and how much detail needs to read.
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Ready to talk about your custom patches project?
Send a short description and any artwork or files you have. The inquiry form is already set to this service.