Embroidered, PVC, woven, chenille, printed and leather patches, made in-house for brands, teams, schools and uniforms. Tell us what you need, and you see a digital proof before anything is produced.
A general guide based on how each material is made. We confirm the best option for your design with your quote.
How it works
How ordering works.
Sending the form is a quote request, not an order. Nothing is produced until you approve a digital proof.
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Send your request
Tell us the patch type and quantity, and add artwork if you have it. "Not sure" is fine for everything else.
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Review and quote
We check the artwork, size and preferences, ask anything we need to know, and send a quote confirming what we can make for your design and the payment terms.
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Digital proof
We prepare a digital proof showing the design as it will be made, so you can check the layout, colors, text and size.
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You approve
Check the design, spelling, colors and size, then approve the proof in writing by email, or tell us what should change.
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Production
We make your patches in-house after your written approval and once any other agreed order requirements are met.
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Shipping
We confirm delivery details and ship within the United States.
Order terms
Order terms at a glance.
The essentials before you order. The full terms for custom patch orders are on our terms page.
Written approvalProduction begins after you approve the digital proof in writing by email.
Proof revisionsReviewed case by case. Any charge is confirmed before extra work starts.
PaymentPayment terms are confirmed in your quotation or invoice.
TimingProduction and US shipping estimates are quoted individually for each order.
CancellationsAsk before production starts; any refund reflects work completed and costs incurred.
DefectsPlease tell us within seven days of delivery if possible, with photos. Confirmed manufacturing errors are normally remade or replaced.
Artwork rightsYou confirm you own the artwork or have permission. Licensed marks may need proof.
Your designYour artwork stays yours. We do not show or reuse it for others without permission.
DiagramSew-on (no backing)Stitched onto the garment. The most secure choice for items that are washed often.
DiagramIron-on / heat sealA heat-activated adhesive on the back, applied with heat and pressure. It can loosen with frequent washing, so stitching around the edge adds security.
DiagramHook and loopUsually the hook side is on the patch and the loop side is sewn onto the garment or gear, so the patch can be removed and swapped.
DiagramPeel-and-stick adhesiveA peel-and-stick back for temporary use, such as events. It is not meant for washing.
Edge
DiagramMerrowed edgeA thick, rounded stitched edge wrapped around the patch. It suits standard shapes such as circles, ovals, squares and rectangles.
DiagramHeat-cut edgeThe edge is cut and sealed with heat, giving a flat finish. It suits more detailed outlines.
DiagramLaser-cut edgeCut with a laser, which can follow complex outlines closely.
Diagrams These are preferences: we confirm what is feasible for your patch with the quote.
Edge options apply to fabric patches. PVC patches are molded to shape, and leather patches are cut to shape.
Artwork & size
Artwork you can send.
Artwork
Vector files (AI, EPS, SVG or a vector PDF) give the cleanest result, and a clear JPG or PNG works for a quote. No artwork yet? Tick "I'll send artwork later" and describe the design in your notes. Larger orders: tell us the full quantity you need; an estimate is fine at the quote stage.
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Fine for a quoteJPGPNG
No artwork yet? Choose to send it later in the form and describe the design in your notes.
Size
(3 + 2) ÷ 2 = 2.5 in Patch size is commonly given as the average of width and height. Send both measurements, or tick "Not sure" and tell us where the patch will go.
50+ Orders start at 50 pieces per design.
Applications
Where custom patches are used.
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Brands and merchandise
Logo patches for caps, jackets, bags and retail products.
Every patch is quoted for your design. These are the things that change the price.
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Patch type
Each material is made differently.
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Size
Larger patches use more material and time.
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Quantity
The number of pieces in the order.
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Detail and colors
Complex artwork and more colors take more work.
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Backing and edge
Some attachments and finishes add steps.
Explore more about choosing custom patches
Practical guidance on picking a patch type, an edge and a backing for your design and how it will be used.
Start from the artwork and where the patch will go
Bold logos and lettering suit embroidered or chenille patches. Fine detail and small text suit woven patches. Gradients and photos need a printed patch. If the patch will face rain or mud, PVC is often chosen, and leather gives a premium look on caps and bags. Our guide to embroidered, woven and PVC patches compares the three most common types.
Choosing a backing by how the item is used
Think about washing first. Items washed often are best sewn; iron-on is convenient but can loosen over many washes; hook and loop makes a patch removable; adhesive suits one-off events. See patch backing types for more.
Every embroidered patch starts as a stitch file
An embroidered patch is sewn from a digitized embroidery file, which decides how the edge covers the cut, how flat the patch stays and how small text holds up. If you make patches yourself and only need that file, see patch digitizing.
Have a design in mind? Send it with the patch type and quantity for a quote. Get a patch quote
No. The form is a quote request. We review it and reply with questions or a quote; nothing is produced until you approve a digital proof and the order is confirmed.
Do I see the patch before it is made?
Yes. You receive a digital proof before production. Production begins only after we receive your written approval by email and any other agreed order requirements are met.
Can I ask for changes to the proof?
Yes. Revision requests are reviewed case by case; the number of revisions and any charges depend on the changes and your order, and we tell you about any charge before making them. Changes after approval are reviewed for feasibility, with an updated quote and a revised proof for your written approval if needed. See our terms for custom patch orders.
When do I pay?
Payment terms are confirmed in your quotation or invoice. Sending the quote form does not commit you to pay anything.
How long does it take?
Production and US shipping estimates are confirmed individually with each quote, based on the patch type, quantity, design requirements and shipping destination. No fixed turnaround is guaranteed unless agreed in writing. Tell us your needed-by date and we will say whether it is achievable.
Where do you ship?
Within the United States. Tell us the state and ZIP code where the patches will go.
Who makes the patches?
We make them in-house.
Is this the same as patch digitizing?
No. Custom patches are finished physical patches. Patch digitizing is a separate service that prepares the embroidery file for people who sew their own patches.
Cancellations, returns and defects (3)
Can I cancel an order?
You can ask to cancel before production starts. Any refund is assessed against the work already completed and the costs already incurred. Once production has started, custom patches generally cannot be cancelled, subject to applicable law.
Can I return patches I no longer need?
Because every order is made to your design, change-of-mind returns are generally not accepted. Defective or incorrect patches are handled under our defect policy.
What if something is wrong with my patches?
Please tell us within seven days of delivery if possible, with your order reference, photos and a short description. If we confirm a manufacturing error, we prefer to remake or replace the affected patches and cover reasonable replacement shipping; a refund or other remedy is offered when appropriate or required by law. Small manufacturing variations can occur; material differences are reviewed.
Artwork and ownership (7)
Can you make patches with a school, team or brand logo?
Only if you own the artwork or have permission to use it, and you confirm this in the quote form. For universities, professional sports teams, franchises, government, military, police and other restricted insignia we may ask for proof of permission, and we may hold or decline a request without it.
Who owns the artwork I submit for custom patches?
You or the original rights holder retain ownership of the submitted artwork. Fast Embroidery uses it to prepare and fulfill your order, subject to the necessary permissions.
Will I own the digital proof and manufacturing files?
Digital proofs are provided for your review and approval. Fast Embroidery retains its rights in the production files and technical materials it creates unless a separate written agreement states otherwise.
If I pay a mold or setup fee, do I own the mold?
Not automatically. Manufacturing molds and tooling remain the property of Fast Embroidery unless ownership is expressly agreed in writing.
Can you reuse my mold for future orders?
Where suitable tooling remains available and usable, we may reuse it for future orders. Reuse and any applicable charges are confirmed when you request a reorder; we do not guarantee to store tooling indefinitely.
Will you show my patches in your portfolio?
Only with appropriate permission. We do not automatically use customer artwork or finished patch designs for public advertising or portfolio displays.
Can you sell my custom design to another customer?
We do not reproduce customer-owned designs for unrelated customers without the appropriate authorization.
Embroidered patches
Thread stitched onto a fabric base, for the classic raised, textured patch.
LogosCrestsUniforms Explore
PVC patches
Soft molded PVC with raised, layered details and crisp color areas.
Tactical gearBagsOutdoor and sports equipment Explore
Woven patches
Thin threads woven flat, for fine detail and small lettering.
Detailed logosSmall textLabels and lightweight garments Explore
Chenille patches
Soft, raised yarn loops, the classic look of varsity letters.
Varsity lettersLetterman jacketsSchool and team emblems Explore
Printed / sublimated patches
Full-color printing for gradients, photos and detailed artwork.
Full-color logosPhoto patchesEvent and souvenir patches Explore
Leather patches
A logo marked into leather for a premium, understated finish.
HatsDenimJackets Explore
