Custom Products

Most People don’t realize how many types of patches there are.

We can create patches in many ways, including: fully embroidered, embroidered with material background, photo emblem, photo combo, photo over embroidery, or woven.

We offer a standard twill background, or you can choose a specialty fabric. You can choose the type of border and backing you want for your patches also.

To help you we have compiled a list of all your options with descriptions of each so you can decide which is best for you. Click the arrows to expand the description.

Patch Products

Types Of Patches
Embroidered with Material Background:

This is a Standard Embroidered Patch. The main part of the design is embroidered with the base material showing in the background. This type of patch is one of the most cost efficient.
Materials to Choose From – Standard Twill:

Felt:

or Suede:

Fully Embroidered:
Also a basic Embroidered Patch, a fully embroidered version differs because the entire patch is stitched and you cannot see the background material. Most people prefer fully embroidered as it looks and feels sturdier.
Photo Print:
A Photo Print patch is where we take an image or art and dye sublimate it onto a base material (twill or satin only). This allows for extra small or highly detailed images that will not translate well to embroidery. This is also a very cost efficient patch.
Photo / Embroidery Combination:

A Photo Print patch is where we take an image or art and dye sublimate it onto a base material (twill or satin only). This allows for extra small or highly detailed images that will not translate well to embroidery. This is also a very cost efficient patch.

Photo Over Embroidery:

This is a very popular way to use Photo’s with embroidery. We fully embroider the patch design with white thread only and then dye the image onto the thread. This gives us the versatility of a photo with the look and feel of a fully embroidered patch.

Woven:

A woven patch uses thread to weave your design (think clothing tags). This type of emblem allows for greater detail than regular embroidery.

Chenille:

Chenille patches use a type of loop embroidery. Most people associate this with Varsity Letters, but it is a great option to add both height and feel to your design.

Border Options:
Merrow Border:

Also known as an over-lock border, this border wraps from the front of the emblem to the back.Hot Needle Cut:

Or cut edge patch, allows for more intricate shapes and is less bulky.

Specialty Options:

Button Loops:

3D Foam:
Glow in the Dark Thread:

Grommets:

Ghosted:

Key Ring:

Metal Products:

Lapel Pins:
Photo / Silkscreen Lapel Pins:
Photo or Silkscreen lapel pins offer the most freedom in designs. This process can reproduce photograph quality results with even the smallest details and color gradients. These also offer the biggest bang for your buck as our least expensive option.
How are they made?
- Photo / Silkscreen pins are first die cut in your design shape from a metal sheet and polished smooth. Then a base color is applied to which your design will be printed either using a laser printer for Photo or a Silkscreen process. Finally a layer of clear epoxy coating is applied to protect your design.
Die Struck:
Die Struck pins are what most people think of as Classic Lapel Pins. They are by far the most popular choice. A Die Struck Pin is where your design is stamped into the base metal. These are perfect for clear-cut designs with larger text and elements. You can have thesewith or without color enamel fill, as well as with or without an epoxy coating.

How are they made?
- Die Struck Pins begin with a base metal (in the plating of your choice). A die is created for your individual design and then stamped onto the metal. Then the recessed areas are sandblasted to enhance detail. If you choose color enamel in your design, the enamel is then placed in the recessed areas of the pin. Finally the pins are polished and are given an epoxy coating if desired.

Cloisonne:
Cloisonne pins are the highest quality pin, with a jewel like appearance and has historically been valued for its beauty and brilliance. These also work best with designs that have clearly separated colors & elements.
How are they made?
- Cloisonne pins start the same way as Die Struck pins. A die is made of your design and stamped into the base medal to create a raised image. Then the recessed areas are filled with glass like colored resins. The pin is then fired in ovens at 1700 degrees.
Material Options:
Base Metals listed in decreasing cost:
1. Brass with Gold or Nickel Plating (Cloisonne or Die Struck)
2. Iron with Gold or Nickel Plating (Die Struck)
3. Stainless Steel (Photo)
4. Aluminum (Photo)

Patch Design Resources

Tips
In order to translate your Design into Embroidery Please keep some of these tips in mind.
Go Bold –

Contrast is Always Better

Minimum size lettering is 1/8"

Common Shape Templates
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Thread Colors Felt Colors

Below are the available felt colors we offer. To designate a felt-type in your order please list the reference number listed under the felt samples.  (Click Images To Enlarge)

Please note that colors viewed on a computer monitor may vary slightly from computer to computer.

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Chenille

Chenille