Embroidered Patches
EMBROIDERED PATCH ORDER GUIDE:
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1 Patch Size & Shape
Use this size chart to determine your patch size.
Overall patch size is: width (W) + height (H) divided by 2. Fractions are rounded up to the nearest 1/2 inch.
2 Thread / Fabric Colors
Use this size chart to determine your patch size.
Choose up to 7 thread colors. PMS or other embroidery thread colors will be matched as closely as possible.
View complete color chart here: www.patchology.org/thread
Choose from assorted colors of durable polyester twill background fabric. Felt and other fabrics also available. Call for availability.
View complete color chart here: www.patchology.org/fabric
3 Embroidery Coverage
Estimate the percentage of patch that will be covered by stitching.
Use these examples to estimate the percentage of your patch that will be covered by stitching.
Full Embroidery
Partial Embroidery
4 Stitch Type
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Satin Stitch Flat stitches sewn closely together to cover sections of fabric. Used for letters, borders, and areas of design. Forms a pattern resembling satin.
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Fill Stitch A series of parallel running stitches used to cover large areas. Can alter the angle, length, and repeat sequence of the stitches to create different fill patterns.
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Running Stitch A single line of stitches used mostly for thin outlines or borders and fine detailing.
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Puff Embroidery Satin stitches are sewn over a foam / plastic / rubber foundation to create a 3-D puffy effect. Works best with large rounded letters and art.
5 Backings
Choose the type of backing to best suit your application needs.
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None For sew-on application.
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Plastic For sew-on purposes. Makes for a sturdier patch and a smoother backing.
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Heat Seal For permanent heat-press or iron-on application of patches to most garments.
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Adhesive Pressure sensitive. For temporary application. Good for up to 4 or 5 uses. Can be sewn on for permanent hold.
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Velcro Includes both male and female sides. Available in black, white, and tan.
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Nonwoven Fabric Thin, paperlike fabric to hide backside stitching. For sew-on application.
6 Border Types
Choose the type of border which best suits your patch style, size, and shape.
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Merrow Standard patch border. A 1/8" border that overlocks the emblem edge, preventing fraying. For large, simple shapes like circles and shields.
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Hot Knife Cut Smooth, hot knife cut stitched border. For patches with complex shapes or detailed borders.
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Satin Stitch Border A hot knife cut border with a 1/16" satin stitch edge that simulates a merrow border without overlocking the emblem's edge.
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Cut Smooth cut fabric border. No stitching on the patch edge.
7 Quantity
Figure out how many you need.
You must order 50 pieces minimum.
Whether you need 50 pieces or 100,000 pieces, we will satisfy your request.
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