Wholesale Patch Options

Several factors are important to determine the price of your custom embroidered patches. Please use the text and art below to help you calculate the embroidery percentage and proper measuring of your patch design.

5 different patches showing options: A yellow merrowed border on a purple patch, a button loop on a scout patch, silver metallic thread on the VW logo, neon thread lettering, and a green patch hot-cut to a gear shape

Embroidery Types

We’re not kidding about the “custom” in custom patches. You can choose your patch size, design, colors, shape and backing type for your patches. Our talented, experienced graphic artists are happy to help you create patches that are perfect for your club, business, school, team or other organization.

Close up view of a patch showing twill background

With Twill

Embroidery covers more than 50%, up to 75% of the twill backing.

Close up view of a full embroidery patch showing no twill

Full Embroidery

Embroidery completely covers the backing, leaving no twill exposed.

Patch Sizing Options

Whether you need small patches for military uniforms, large patches for biker jackets or anything in between, we can handle it! No matter what kind of patch you need, we’ve got the expertise and talent to provide it!

Calculating the size of your custom embroidered patch is easy. Just measure the width and length of your patch (in inches) and add those numbers together. Then divide the resulting number by 2 to get the size of your patch. See the following example.

A hexagonal patch that measures 2 inches high by 4 inches wide

If the height of your patch is 2″ and the width of your patch is 4″, you would add 2 + 4, which equals 6. You then divide 6 by 2, which equals 3, The size of your 2″ x 4″ patch would be 3".

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Patch Backing Options

Standard Backing

Standard Backing

This is simply the standard patch twill. You attach the patch to your garment by sewing it on. This is the most secure and permanent attachment style of any attachment option.

FREE

Iron-On Backing

Iron-On Backing

Iron on backing is a quick, easy, permanent attachment method. Just place the patch where you want it on the garment, cover with a thin, damp towel to prevent scorching, and hold an iron over the patch for 20 to 30 seconds. What could be easier?

+ $0.11 / patch

Velcro Backing

Velcro Backing

Velcro backed patches can be removed from a garment quickly and easily. It’s ideal if you need to interchange multiple patches, or for patches you need to remove frequently.

+ 20% / patch

Adhesive Backing

Adhesive Backing

Adhesive backing, sometimes called 'tape backing' is a versatile and less permanent than other backing options. It is perfect if you need a quick, easily removable backing option for an outfit or costume.

+ 20% / patch

Plastic Backing

Plastic Backing

We add a rigid plastic backing to your patches. By giving the patches extra support, it enables them to maintain their shape, even after constant wear. This can be used in conjunction with iron-on backing as well as sew-on.

+ $0.11 / patch

Patch Borders

We offer two types of patch borders, Merrowed and Hot Cut. Depending on your patch style, size, shape and degree of visual separation you want from the garment, either could be right for your needs. Our experienced staff can help you select the border style that will be perfect for your particular patch design.

Merrow® Border

Merrow® Border

Merrow® borders, named for the brand of sewing machine that creates them, produce the classic raised borders that are an industry standard. It adds a touch of elegance to clean, simple designs.

FREE

Hot Cut Border

Hot Cut Border

Hot cut patches, unlike standard rounded edge patches, feature sharp, detailed edges. This option is ideal if your patches have fine details and intricate design features.

+ $0.11 / patch

Other Patch Options

Additional Thread

Additional Thread

All orders include up to seven thread colors, free of charge. Want to include more than seven colors? No problem! We have hundreds of thread colors to choose from, meaning your patches come out looking exactly like what you had in mind.

+ $0.11 / patch

Metallic Thread

Metallic Thread

Great for flashy, eye-catching designs, metallic threads really help your patches stand out in a crowd. Best used sparingly, metallic threads are available in multiple colors.

+ 20% / patch

Neon Thread

Neon Thread

Neon thread adds a bold, colorful “wow” factor to your embroidered patches that regular thread can’t match. This option really makes your design stand out brilliantly. A little bit goes a long way!

+ 20% / patch

3D Puff Embroidery

3D Puff Embroidery

Want to make your design literally stand out? Go for 3D puff embroidery. This style uses a foam material underneath the stitching to raise the embroidery. It’s a style that’s especially good for larger patch designs such as hat patches.

+ 20%

Button Loop

Button Loop

Button loops are perfect for patches designed to hang from a button or lapel pin. They require no gluing or sewing. The only necessity is something to hang the patches from.

+ $0.11 / patch