EMBROIDERY

CLASSIC DECORATION METHOD

LOOKS GREAT ON HATS & JACKETS. WE CAN ALSO ATTACH PATCHES AND TAGS TO ALL KINDS OF ITEMS.

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Close-up of a white patch with black embroidered text and a black border, likely a badge or patch.

Woven Patches

  • Woven patches are a versatile and fun! This is our most popular style of patch. Able to hold small details while also maintaining the classic patch look and feel. Includes an iron on backing for easy DIY attachment. But we prefer to stitch them onto your products since they will hold up for much longer that way. Does require a higher order minimum (for patches themselves) due to the extensive manufacturing process).

A mustard colored baseball cap with white embroidered text reading "Brother Wolf" and a logo.

Direct Embroidery

  • This is a classic decoration method. Works well for images with crisp lines and details but can have some limitations when it comes to very small text and tiny lines. Lower minimum order requirements compared to manufacturing patches.

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Faux/Leather Patches

  • This is another popular patch style. While a little more expensive than the other options, it gives the appearance of a high quality product that can sell for a premium. Faux leather is a popular choice for those who are more eco minded, not to mention it is less expensive than genuine leather.

Close-up of a colorful embroidered patch with a rainbow and a skull, bordered by beige stitching and the words "WELCOME HOME" and "ASHEVILLE NC" at the bottom.

Printed Patches

  • Printed patches are similar to woven patches in appearance and cost. The main reason to choose the printed method is for an image with very small details and lots of blended colors. Something complex like that might not come out cleanly with the woven method, but all the smooth gradients and details can be retained with a dye sub/printed patch.

Several black tags with blue and white text reading "Tanglewood Goods."
Colorful spools of thread arranged in a gradient from red to white.

Woven Labels

  • Woven Labels or tags are a great way to level up a product or brand. They are lower cost than a full sized patch and can be attached to hems or can be used to replace a brand/size tag for a custom branded look.

"P" Graphic demonstrating a "puff" embroidery technique.

3D Puff

Add a thicker 3D effect to your embroidered artwork for an additional cost.

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Color Matching

Carefully selected thread colors to match your artwork as closely as possible.

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Digital Proof

Your image will be digitized to determine the total stitch count/cost.

A white baseball cap with a green rectangular patch on the front panel, outlined with black stitching, against a black background.

Attachment

Attaching patches to hats, flannels, jackets and other items is a great way to level up your merch.

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  • The minimum order size starts at 12 pieces but there are price breaks at higher quantities.

  • There will be a one time digitizing fee of $35 for any image we have not embroidered before. This converts your image into a file that the machine can read and will determine the stitch count and therefore the price.

    Some companies charge a flat rate but we charge based on the number of stitches in your design. For example, a single line of text will cost less than a large solid circle.

  • After you reach out and we email back and forth to finalize all the order details you’ll receive an order form for review and approval along with an invoice. Once the order form is approved and a 50% deposit it received, you can expect your order to be completed within 2-4 weeks. (Usually a little longer than screen printing)

  • Ideally, if you had a vector based file (something created in Adobe Illustrator or similar) that would produce the best file for the embroidery machine to read.But we can use high resolution images as long as they were created at 300dpi or higher AND at the size you want it printed.

  • Short answer is yes. But it depends on whether they are getting the same image. If color changes or different sets of screens are required then additional fees would apply.

  • Because of the manufacturing process, there is a minimum order of 50 patches, but we like to say the actual minimum is 100 because the pricing is just not great with anything less. There are even better price breaks beyond 100.

    This does not mean you need to order the same amount of hats. In fact, once the initial patch order is made, the attachment process is much more streamlined than it would be to embroider them. Plus there is just a flat fee for attachment.

  • We treat each patch order individually since the specific size, quantity, and style will all affect the price. But in the long run, the total cost for patches + blank hat + attachment end up being about equal or even less than direct embroidery would cost. So it’s a great option if you are able to place an initial order for 100+ patches.