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Custom Embroidered Patches

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Published: February 23, 2007

The thrill of receiving custom patches to signify an achievement is something many people can remember. Luckily, custom patches are not only for children on wilderness trips. Custom patches can be used for all ages and for all occasions such as sporting events or tournaments, youth camps, corporations, sports teams, life guards and medical staff, uniform insignias, military service, universities, and raising awareness for a cause. Nowadays it is easier than ever to create one-of-a-kind custom patches for any type of clothing or fabric.

Direct embroidering is very costly and permanent. Custom patches are the perfect alternative. Instead of being directly embroidered to the fabric, a custom embroidered patch and custom iron on patch are either sewn or heat pressed into a fabric.

A great custom embroidered patch starts with a goal or idea in mind. Be creative when designing original artwork or pick out pre-designed artwork. Some online websites like patchesrus.com accept ideas or concepts and have a design crew that will create custom patches accordingly. Size, style, colors, and shapes are exciting design elements to consider for custom patches. Design alone does not make an outstanding custom embroidered patch. Any high quality custom embroidered patch includes fade resistant polyester thread, up to 7 different colors, high thread count, twill backing, and can be either machine washable or dry clean safe.

Because of a highly competitive market, a custom embroidered patch and custom iron on patch are often inexpensive to purchase. Shipping, digitizing, and editing of custom patches are almost always included in these competitive prices. In fact, some websites even offer to beat a competitor's price by 10%. One important note is that most sites only accept a minimum order of 50 custom patches. A general price for 50 two inch custom embroidered patches is $2 per patch. If bought in bulk, the price decreases. For example, 2000 two inch patches cost only $0.34 per patch.

Pricing for custom patches varies slightly according to size and special features. For instance, an order of 50 twelve inch custom patches is around $28 per patch, quite a price difference from the two inch patches. Again, there will be a per unit savings if a bulk order is made. An order of 2000 twelve inch custom patches would be around $10 per patch. Special features will also play into the per patch price. For an additional 20% per patch metallic threads, glow in the dark thread, neon threads, Velcro backing, adhesive backing, satin backing, felt backing, and velvet backing can be added. For an additional $0.10, colors and an iron-on or heat transfer backing can be added.

A custom iron on patch is easy to apply, which makes it the most common type of custom patch. The easiest way to apply a custom iron on patch is to pre-heat an iron to 350 degrees. Position the patch on the desired garment and cover with a thin cloth, so that there is something in between the iron and the patch. Do not use steam during the application. Press the iron straight down for approximately 30 seconds to adhere the patch's heat transfer backing to polyester and cotton fabrics. Rayon, nylon, and tri-acetate fabrics are not recommended for a custom iron on patch. Repeat this on the flip side of the desired garment. Once a patch is ironed onto jeans, shoes, bags, shirts or hats, it is there for good and is washable. A custom iron on patch can literally change a garment's look dramatically in a matter of seconds!

Ordering custom patches online has never been so easy. Not only is the design and material select time efficient and convenient, but also the delivery is just as quick. Many companies have a design to delivery guarantee of anywhere from 7 to 14 days.

Dream up custom patches, create them, and have them delivered without even leaving the couch. Websites for custom patches makes the process easy, fun and inexpensive. Custom patches are appropriate from any occasion from differentiating karate levels to EMT uniforms.


Sources:
Butler Patches. 2005. Butler Digitizing. 21 Feb. 2007 <http://www.butlerpatches.com/>.
Laughing Lizards. 2003 – 2007. 21 Feb. 2007 <http://www.laughinglizards.com/>.
Patches R Us. 2004. 21 Feb. 2007 <http://www.patchesrus.com>.
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