Wholesale Custom Patches Made to Your Artwork
Made to your artwork. No minimum. Proof in 24 hours.
Bulk orders of custom patches for brands, resellers and uniform suppliers. Made to your artwork, from $0.30 each at 500 or more embroidered. Free proof in 24 hours.
THE BASICS
Made to Your Artwork, Not a Stock Catalogue: What Custom Wholesale Means
Search for wholesale custom patches and you land on two kinds of seller. One sells stock designs by the box. The other stitches your own artwork.
We are the second kind. Nothing here is ready-made. You send artwork. We make bulk custom patches to match it.
Why does the split matter? A stock seller lists thousands of designs. You pick one. Other buyers pick the same one. A custom maker lists no designs. You bring one, and it stays yours.
| Stock wholesale | Custom wholesale | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | Fixed catalogue | Your artwork |
| Minimum | Often a set order value | None, 1 to 100,000 |
| Colors | Whatever is listed | Pantone-matched to you |
| Proof | Rarely offered | Free in 24 hours |
| Logo | Generic art | Your brand on every piece |
| Reorders | Same stock item | Send your artwork again |
| Best fit | Crafts and hobby use | Brands, crews and resale |
| Ownership | Shared by many buyers | Unique to you |
- Stock design
- A pre-made patch sold from a catalogue.
- Made to order
- Stitched only after you approve your proof.
- Minimum order
- The smallest run a maker accepts. Ours has none.
- Digitizing
- Turning your artwork into stitch paths.
- Private label
- Patches sold under your own brand name.
- Brands adding patches to merch
- Resellers selling under their own label
- Uniform suppliers issuing crests
- Event teams with one-off designs
- Is the design made for me?
- What is the minimum order?
- Do I get a proof first?
- Who owns the artwork?
- How are colors matched?
Ask those five questions of any seller. The answers tell you which kind you are dealing with.
- Proof comes before production
- Colors match to Pantone callouts
- No fixed catalogue of designs
- Revisions are part of the deal
Those four signs separate a true custom maker from a stock shelf. Check for all of them.
Every patch starts from your file.
Pantone-matched on your free proof.
From one patch up to 100,000.
PRICE LOGIC
Bulk Custom Patches: How the Price Falls From $8-15 to $0.30 Each
Setup is typically a one-time job per design. Digitizing the artwork happens once. Spread that cost over more pieces and each patch costs less.
Custom wholesale patches cost less per piece as you order more. Our live prices show the range. A single patch runs $8-15. At 500 or more embroidered, it starts from $0.30 each.
Think of it as two costs. One is setup, paid once. The other is thread and fabric, paid per piece. Small orders carry mostly setup. Large orders carry mostly materials.
Say you need 500 patches. One setup covers all 500. At 50 patches, the same setup is shared far less. Your quote reflects that.
- Setup
- The one-time work of preparing your design for stitching.
- Digitizing
- Mapping the artwork into stitch paths and colors.
- Stitch count
- How many needle strikes a patch needs.
- Thread change
- A pause to swap one color for the next.
| Order size | Where the cost sits | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| A single patch | Mostly setup | Highest price each |
| Dozens | Setup shared widely | Price starts to drop |
| Hundreds | Materials rise in share | Steep savings begin |
| Thousands | Mostly materials | Lowest price each |
What Sets the Per-Patch Cost on a Large Run
| Driver | Effect on cost | What you control |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | More pieces, lower each | Order size |
| Patch size | Bigger uses more thread | Width and height |
| Stitch count | Dense fill adds cost | Artwork detail |
| Thread colors | More colors, more changes | Palette size |
| Border and backing | Options add cost | Finish choices |
| Rush | Faster costs more | Your deadline |
Size and stitch count move the price most. A large patch with solid fill uses far more thread than a small outline. Trim either one and the price drops.
Four Ways to Lower Your Cost Per Patch
- Order more pieces in one run. Setup spreads across more patches.
- Trim the color count. Fewer thread changes cost less.
- Simplify very fine detail. Dense stitching adds up.
- Keep the size modest. Smaller patches use less thread.
- Combine small orders into one run
- Reuse one design across products
- Settle the artwork before you request a quote
- The proof is free
- Revisions are free and unlimited
- Artwork review is part of the service
None of those add to your price. Use them freely before you approve.
Pros
- Lower price per patch
- One approved design across the run
- Fewer reorders to manage
Limits
- Higher upfront spend
- Storage space for stock
- Artwork must be final first
Large runs reward certainty. If the design may change next month, order a smaller run first.
| Quote ingredient | Why we ask |
|---|---|
| Size | Sets thread use |
| Colors | Sets thread changes |
| Quantity | Sets the price tier |
| Deadline | Sets standard or rush |
Send those four details with your artwork. Your quote then fits your actual run.
- Ask for a quote at two quantities
- Compare the per-patch gap
- Pick the tier that fits your sales plan
EMBROIDERED SPECS
Wholesale Custom Embroidered Patches: Specs That Set the Run
Embroidered is the workhorse for volume. Thread is polyester. The base is polyester twill. For wholesale custom embroidered patches, vector files stitch cleanest.
Custom Embroidered Patches Bulk: Thread, Twill and Border
Custom embroidered patches wholesale runs follow one spec sheet. You pick size, colors, border and backing. Your proof shows all four.
| Spec | Typical choice | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Thread | Polyester | Same across the run |
| Base | Polyester twill | Steady stitch ground |
| Border | Stitched or cut edge | Confirm for your shape |
| Size | Set by you | Drives cost |
| Colors | Pantone-matched | Proof shows each |
| Backing | Sew-on, iron-on, hook | See backing options |
| Shape | Round, square, shield or custom | Simple shapes stitch faster |
The twill base gives the thread a firm surface. A stitched edge wraps the rim so it resists fraying. Which edge suits your shape is something we confirm on your proof.
- Send vector artwork when you have it
- Keep small text bold and simple
- Limit gradients, since thread is solid
- Check size before color count
- Ask to see the proof at actual size
- Name the backing at order time
Pros
- Raised, textured look
- Wide range of thread colors
- Familiar to buyers and crews
- Works for most logos
Limits
- Tiny text can blur
- Gradients become flat color
- Dense fill adds weight
Want the full spec story? See embroidered patch details.
Matching Colors Across a Large Run
Color drift hurts most when a run is large. Pantone callouts on your proof set the target. Thread dye lots can differ between batches.
That is why you approve a proof first. It is also why a reorder should start from the same artwork.
- Satin stitch
- Tight parallel stitches that make smooth lines and borders.
- Fill stitch
- Rows of stitches that cover a larger solid area.
- Twill
- A diagonal-weave fabric used as the base.
- Backing
- The layer on the back that decides how the patch attaches.
| Patch size | Best artwork | Watch for |
|---|---|---|
| Small | Bold, simple marks | Text under tiny height |
| Medium | Logos with short text | Thin outlines |
| Large | Detailed art and scenes | Heavy stitch weight |
- Which size fits the garment?
- How many colors does the logo need?
- Is the edge stitched or cut?
- Which backing suits the use?
- Is a Pantone color critical?
- Round shapes stitch cleanly
- Shield shapes suit crests
- Odd shapes may need a cut edge
Spec sheets stay short on purpose. Five choices cover almost every run. We handle the stitch details.
- Approve the proof, not a screen preview
- List Pantone callouts in your records
- Keep one master artwork file
TYPES IN VOLUME
Which Patch Types Work Best in Volume
Embroidered fits most runs. Other types fit specific jobs. Pick the type by use, not by habit. Here is how they compare.
| Type | Volume fit | Watch-out | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embroidered | Most runs | Tiny text blurs | Embroidered details |
| Woven | Fine detail | Flatter, less texture | Woven details |
| PVC | Weather and gear | Not a fabric look | PVC details |
| Leather | Hats and denim | Limited color work | Leather details |
| Chenille | Varsity runs | Bulky texture | Chenille details |
Custom Chenille Patches Wholesale: Varsity Runs in Volume
Chenille is a separate product with its own look. Yarn loops form raised letters on a felt base. Schools and teams order it by the dozen for jackets.
- Raised yarn on a felt base
- Common on letterman jackets
- Chain stitch adds outline detail
- Bold shapes work best
| Chenille trait | What to know |
|---|---|
| Look | Soft, raised, tactile |
| Best subject | Letters and bold logos |
| Weak spot | Fine lines and small text |
Custom Iron On Patches Bulk: Merch and Retail Runs
Wholesale custom iron on patches suit merch drops. A hot-melt adhesive backing bonds under a heat press. Your customers apply it with an iron at home.
- Heat-applied backing
- Fits merch and retail runs
- Pairs well with hang tags
- Steps live in the iron-on guide
Pros
- Fast to apply at home
- No sewing skill needed
- Good for merch and retail
Limits
- Heat can harm delicate fabric
- Edges may lift after many washes
- Stretch fabric needs care
| Job | Type that fits |
|---|---|
| Merch drop | Iron-on embroidered |
| Varsity jackets | Chenille |
| Staff uniforms | Embroidered, sew-on |
| Outdoor gear | PVC |
| Hats and denim | Leather |
One brand can mix types. A jacket might carry chenille on the front and woven on the sleeve. Each type is quoted from its own artwork.
| Fabric | Iron-on fit |
|---|---|
| Cotton | Works well |
| Denim | Works well |
| Nylon | Test first or stitch |
| Stretch knit | Stitch for safety |
- Send chenille letter sizes with your file
- Choose yarn colors from your proof
- Keep outline detail bold
- Plan for a thicker, raised patch
Always test one iron-on patch on your own fabric before a full run. A single patch costs little. A failed run costs much more.
Not sure which type fits? Send the artwork and the use. We recommend a type on your free proof.
- Fine detail points to embroidered or woven
- Weather exposure points to PVC
- Raised letters point to chenille
Fine logo detail on a flat face. See woven options.
Soft rubber for weather and gear. See PVC options.
A classic look for hats and denim. See leather options.
WHO BUYS
Who Orders Wholesale Custom Patches
Custom patches wholesale suits anyone who buys by the hundred. Makers and sellers both use it. The need differs, but the order looks the same.
Put your logo on jackets, bags and tags. Patches lift plain garments into branded ones.
Match crests across a whole crew. Every piece looks the same.
Keep every cap patch identical. Consistency sells caps.
Make one design for staff and guests. Patches outlast paper badges.
Repeat a crest for each season. Reorder when numbers grow.
Sell patches under your own label. Your art, your price.
| Buyer | Need | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Streetwear label | Logo on every piece | Jackets, bags, tags |
| Uniform supplier | Matching crests | Staff and crew wear |
| Hat maker | Consistent patches | Caps and beanies |
| Event organizer | One-off design | Crew and guest gifts |
| School or club | Repeat runs | Jackets and bags |
| Reseller | Private-label stock | Resale under your brand |
Hat makers and clubs have their own pages. See hat patch options and team and club patches.
Order sizes differ a lot. Some buyers test one design first. Others restock a crest every season.
| Order pattern | Why buyers choose it |
|---|---|
| Test run | Check fit and color first |
| Seasonal drop | Match the merch calendar |
| Standing reorder | Keep stock steady |
| One-time event | One design, one run |
- Start with a proof, not a guess
- Share your target quantity early
- Tell us the garment and use
- Say if the order ships to several sites
- What resellers ask first
- Cost per patch, then reorder terms.
- What brands ask first
- Color match to the logo.
- What suppliers ask first
- Identical pieces across the run.
- What clubs ask first
- Can we add a name later?
- Sizes vary from tiny logos to jacket backs
- Each design is quoted from its own artwork
- Mixed designs can share one order. Ask first.
- Note any brand color rules
- Tell us who wears or sells the patch
- Share your garment type
- State the use: indoor, outdoor, resale
| Buyer question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Can I add a logo later? | Yes, with a new proof |
| Can I split colors by size? | Ask for a quote |
| Can I order twice a year? | Yes, repeat the artwork |
| Can I change thread color later? | Yes, with a new proof |
A short note helps us match the backing and border to the job. It also helps us flag problems early.
ORDER PROCESS
How a Bulk Patch Order Runs From Proof to Delivery
A run of custom wholesale patches follows seven steps. You approve before anything is stitched. Nothing is a surprise at the door.
- Send artwork
Upload AI, EPS or PDF. PNG, JPG, SVG, PSD, BMP and TIF also work. Tell us size, colors and quantity.
- Get your proof
A free Pantone-matched digital proof arrives within 24 hours. It shows size, colors and border.
- Request revisions
Revisions are unlimited and free. Change a color, move a line, resize. Approve when it looks right.
- Ask about a sample
Ask us about a single sample patch before a big run. There is no minimum.
- Production
Stitching takes 10-14 business days after approval. Rush takes 5.
- Quality check
Your order carries our 100% quality guarantee. Tell us fast if something is off.
- Ship duty-free
Cartons ship worldwide with no import duty added.
The proof is the hinge of the whole order. You see size, colors and border before any thread is used. Take your time with it.
| You do | We do |
|---|---|
| Send artwork | Prepare your proof |
| Review the proof | Apply your revisions |
| Approve it | Start production |
| Confirm the address | Ship duty-free |
Lead Time on Large Runs
Standard production is 10-14 business days. Rush takes 5 business days from proof approval. Very large runs may need a timing quote.
| Stage | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Proof | 24 hours | Free, Pantone-matched |
| Revisions | Unlimited | Free |
| Production | 10-14 business days | After approval |
| Rush | 5 business days | From proof approval |
| Shipping | Duty-free | Worldwide |
- Approve the proof early to start the clock
- Rush runs start from proof approval
- Late artwork changes restart the proof
- Plan retail drops with shipping in mind
Duty-Free Shipping for Bulk Cartons
Shipping is duty-free worldwide. We reach 50+ countries, with a focus on the US and UK. Large runs travel in cartons rather than envelopes.
- Collect your final artwork.
- List sizes and quantities per design.
- Pick a backing for each use.
- Note your deadline.
- Request your free proof.
- Cartons suit large runs
- Count pieces on arrival
- Report damage promptly
- Keep tracking details handy
Rush is for tight dates. Plan retail launches with a buffer. Late artwork is the most common cause of delay.
- Proof
- A digital mockup of your patch.
- Revision
- A change you request before approval.
- Rush
- The 5 business day production option.
| Date | What to do |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Send artwork and quantity |
| Day 2 | Review your proof |
| Approval | Production starts |
| After production | Cartons ship duty-free |
REORDERS
Reordering the Same Patch Without Color Drift
Reorders matter when you resell. Buyers notice a patch that looks different from last time. Plan custom patches bulk reorders around one approved artwork file and one proof.
Reorders go smoothest when little changes. Same artwork, same size, same backing. Change any of them and you need a new proof.
- Keep your final artwork file
- Note the Pantone callouts on your proof
- Match the size and border
- Match the backing
- Send the same file again
- Request a fresh proof
Drift has simple causes. A new thread batch. A changed size. A redrawn logo. Most can be avoided with the same file.
| Change | Effect on reorder |
|---|---|
| New colors | Needs a new proof |
| New size | Needs a new proof |
| New backing | Needs a new proof |
| Same artwork and size | Simplest to repeat |
- Send your saved artwork file.
- Name the earlier order if you remember it.
- Review the fresh proof.
- Approve and set the quantity.
- Choose standard or rush production.
- Color drift
- A visible shift between two production runs.
- Dye lot
- A batch of thread dyed together.
- Pantone callout
- A named color code on your proof.
Send the file you used last time.
Quote your color callouts.
Match size, border and backing.
- Compare new pieces with old stock
- Flag any shade shift in your proof review
- Keep a physical sample on file
| Reorder question | Short answer |
|---|---|
| Can I reuse my artwork? | Yes, send it again |
| Will colors match exactly? | Same callouts help |
| Can I change size? | Yes, with a new proof |
Treat every reorder as a small project. Check the proof against your old stock. Approve only when they match.
- Stick to the same artwork file
- Quote the same Pantone callouts
- Keep order records in one folder
ARTWORK PREP
Preparing Artwork for a Large Patch Run
Clean artwork stitches cleanly. Vector files work best. We accept AI, EPS and PDF, plus PNG, JPG, SVG, PSD, BMP and TIF.
| Format | Use | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| AI, EPS, PDF | Vector, cleanest stitching | Outline all fonts |
| PNG, JPG | Raster, needs clear edges | Send high resolution |
| SVG | Vector from web logos | Check line weight |
| PSD, BMP, TIF | Raster, high resolution best | Flatten layers |
- Outline your fonts
- Use solid color areas
- Remove stray specks and shadows
- Set the final size
- List your Pantone colors
- Flatten effects such as glow
- Keep a clear margin around the art
- Vector
- Shapes built from lines. Scales without blur.
- Raster
- Built from pixels. Blurs when enlarged.
- Line weight
- The thickness of a stroke. Thin lines fail in thread.
- Open the master file.
- Outline all text.
- Merge stray shapes.
- Limit the palette.
- Export as AI, EPS or PDF.
| Artwork problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Blurry logo | Send a larger file |
| Hairline strokes | Thicken the lines |
| Missing font | Outline the text |
| Gradient fill | Use flat color steps |
- Name files clearly
- Send one file per design
- Add a note on color callouts
- Mention the final size
- Add the brand color guide if you have one
Tidy files speed up your proof. Messy files slow it down. Spend ten minutes before you send.
| Check | Pass if |
|---|---|
| Fonts | Outlined |
| Colors | Listed by Pantone |
| Size | Final and stated |
| Edges | Clean and sharp |
| Contrast | Text stands clear of its ground |
- Keep a layered copy for edits
- Save a flat copy for sending
- Archive both together
- Store the originals in a shared folder
Unsure about a file? Send it anyway. Your free proof shows exactly how it will stitch.
TERMS
Wholesale Terms at a Glance
Here are the terms that are live today. Anything not listed gets confirmed on your quote.
| Term | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum | None, 1 to 100,000 |
| Proof | Free in 24 hours |
| Revisions | Unlimited and free |
| Production | 10-14 business days |
| Rush | 5 business days |
| Shipping | Duty-free worldwide |
| Quality | 100% quality guarantee |
| Payment and resale | Confirmed on your quote |
- Wholesale custom embroidered patches start from $0.30 each at 500+
- Every order gets a Pantone-matched proof
- Every order carries a 100% quality guarantee
- Resale
- Ask how patches made from your artwork can be sold.
- Trademarks
- You confirm you may reproduce any logo you send.
| Settle on your quote | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Payment terms | Plan your cash flow |
| Resale rights | Protect your brand |
| Sample option | Check before a big run |
| Mixed designs | Confirm tier sharing |
| Very large runs | Confirm timing |
Order from 1 to 100,000.
Pantone-matched in 24 hours.
Shipping to 50+ countries.
- Terms apply per order
- Quotes list all details
- Questions are welcome before you pay
- Minimum
- None. Order 1 to 100,000.
- Proof
- Free, Pantone-matched, within 24 hours.
Ask about anything not listed here. We confirm it in writing on your quote.
COMMON MISTAKES
Eight Mistakes to Avoid on a Bulk Patch Order
Most problems with custom embroidered patches bulk orders start before stitching. A short check saves a reorder.
| Mistake | Fix |
|---|---|
| Skipping the proof | Approve it first |
| Mixing sizes | Fix one size per design |
| Late artwork changes | Lock art before proof |
| Too many colors | Trim the palette |
| Tiny text | Enlarge or simplify |
| Wrong backing | Match backing to use |
| Ordering on price alone | Compare specs |
| No reorder plan | Keep files and callouts |
Each mistake costs time. Late changes restart the proof. A wrong backing means a reorder. Tiny text blurs in thread.
- Is the artwork final?
- Is the size right for the garment?
- Is the backing right for the use?
- Is the quantity final?
- Is the delivery date realistic?
- Skipping the proof
- The only chance to catch a wrong color.
- Mixing sizes
- Different sizes need different stitch files.
- Late changes
- Each change restarts the proof.
- Tiny text
- Thread cannot hold hairline detail.
Fix these before you pay for a run. A day of checking beats a week of reordering.
- Check spelling twice
- Check colors against your brand guide
- Check the border shape
- Confirm the shipping address
| Pre-order check | Done when |
|---|---|
| Artwork final | Signed off by you |
| Size set | Matches the garment |
| Backing chosen | Matches the use |
| Quantity confirmed | Matches the garment count |
READY TO ORDER
Start Your Bulk Patch Order With a Free Proof
Upload Artwork
Send any common file format.
Approve Your Proof
Free digital proof within 24 hours.
We Ship Worldwide
Standard 10 to 14 business days. Rush in 5.
Send your artwork and get a free proof in 24 hours. Custom patches wholesale starts with one file.
No minimum. Free proof in 24 hours. Rush in 5 days. Duty-free shipping.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Bulk and Wholesale Patch Questions, Answered
Where can I get wholesale patches made to my own artwork?
Right here. Custom embroidered patches wholesale start from $0.30 each at 500 or more. Custom chenille patches wholesale suit varsity runs. Iron-on suits merch. Send your artwork for a free proof, and we confirm size, colors and backing.
How much cheaper is it to order in bulk?
Price per patch falls as quantity rises. A single patch runs $8-15. Bulk custom patches start from $0.30 each at 500 or more embroidered. Tiers sit on the pricing page.
How long does a bulk order take?
Production takes 10-14 business days. Rush takes 5 business days from proof approval. Shipping time comes on top. Very large runs may need a timing quote. Approve your proof early to start the clock.
How long does a team order take?
The timeline is the same. Production takes 10-14 business days, or 5 for rush. Team orders often need one crest and several name patches. See team and club patches for team details.
Where can I bulk buy iron-on patches?
You can order them here, made to your artwork. Bulk custom iron on patches use a heat-applied backing. Ask for a free quote to confirm volume terms.
Where do I order iron on patches in bulk quantities?
Order here. Every patch is made to your artwork, never stock. Choose iron-on backing when you request a quote. See iron-on patches.
Where can I find cheap custom patches in large quantities?
Large runs give the lowest price per patch. Embroidered orders start from $0.30 each at 500 or more. There is no minimum, so you can start small.
Can I reorder the same patch design later?
Yes, you can place a repeat order with the same artwork. Send your file again and approve a fresh proof. Ask us how we store past artwork.
Do you ship wholesale patch orders duty-free?
Yes. Shipping is duty-free worldwide. We reach 50+ countries, with a focus on the US and UK. Bulk cartons follow the same rule.
Can I mix several designs in one bulk order?
Often yes, but ask first. Each design is made from its own artwork and proof. We confirm quantity tiers per design on your quote.
Can I order one sample patch before a bulk run?
Yes. There is no minimum, from one patch to 100,000. A single patch runs $8-15. Ask us about sample options.
Where can I get patches for backpacks?
Here, made to your artwork. Pick a backing that suits the bag. Hook backing allows swaps. See hook and loop options.
Where can I find tote patches?
Order them here, made to your artwork. Sew-on suits canvas totes. Iron-on suits some fabrics. See backing options to choose.
How do I keep colors matched across a large run?
Approve one proof with thread codes. Keep that proof on file. The same codes drive every piece in the run. Pantone references help if you reorder later.
How many spare patches should I add to a bulk order?
Count your garments first. Then add a small buffer for loss, gifts and damaged items. Round up to the next full box size.
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