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Custom patches

Design custom embroidered patches for yourself, your team, an event, or sell them online

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Create your custom patch artwork with our free design tools

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Order and sell custom patches with no order minimums

Get your custom patches delivered to you or your customers in United States from November 12 to 18


Receive your custom patches worldwide from our nearest fulfillment center

Choose from these ready-made designs and order your custom patches straight away

How to create custom patches

Part 1

Pick a patch

Choose the patch shape, color, and size

Part 2

Customize with your design

Upload custom artwork or use our free design elements

Part 3

Leave the fulfillment to us

Order your custom patches and wait for the delivery

Get a discount when ordering custom patches and other products in bulk

Get ideas for your custom patch design

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Design your own custom embroidered patches

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Create sports patches for your team

Embrace team spirit with high-quality patches that rally your sports team

Add custom patches to clothing and accessories

Give your jackets, bags, and hats a unique look with custom patches

Spread brand awareness

Add your logo to embroidered patches and turn customers into brand ambassadors

Attach patches the way you prefer

The iron-on backing allows you to fuse the patch to fabric, sew it on, or pin it

Tips for designing custom patches

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Use our free design tools

Create personalized patches in minutes with our free Design Maker

  • Choose from thousands of design elements
  • Position, crop, and scale visuals with handy editing tools
  • Remove backgrounds with one click
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Create simple designs

Stick to clean, thick lines and avoid small details

  • Use simple logos
  • Make short text designs
  • Play with basic symbols and shapes

Check out more tips in our embroidery guidelines.

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Choose up to 6 thread colors

Mix up to 6 colors in your design. Find the available color list under the custom patch File Guidelines tab.

Why get custom patches with Printful

Premium feel, high quality

Enjoy high-quality patches that stay looking brand new wash after wash

No order minimums

Buy the exact number of custom patches you need—there’s no minimum order quantity

Worldwide shipping

Order custom patches for yourself or have them delivered to your loved ones worldwide

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Beautiful, vibrant colors and really sturdy stitching

Everything I’ve embroidered with Printful has beautiful, vibrant colors and really sturdy stitching. I have patches that have survived daily wear and a lot of washes. I was really skeptical about how well these would turn out, but Printful proves me wrong again and again!

Here’s what customers say about their custom patches

4.75/5 average from 204 reviews, see our customer reviews.

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Why sell custom patches with Printful

Sell with 0 order minimums

Whether your store’s going viral or you’re just starting out—sell patches at your own pace without order minimums

Spread brand awareness

Sell branded patches or include them as order freebies to let customers promote you

Design, add to store, and sell!

Start selling custom patches as soon as your designs are ready while your competitors wait on bulk production

Explore any global market

Start selling custom patches with fast shipping anywhere thanks to our worldwide fulfillment network

Reduce return rates with high quality

Supply your store with product quality that your customers won’t want to return (our return rate’s only 0.24%)

Get all the brand spotlight

Design and sell white label custom patches—none of our branding in sight, just yours

Frequently asked questions

Yes! You can get from an idea to a final product design in minutes. Choose the embroidered patch from our product catalog to start. Then, pick the patch shape, size, and color. Finally, customize the patch in our free Design Maker. Choose from thousands of free design elements like clipart and text, and pick up to 6 thread colors. To see the available color list, check under the File Guidelines tab.

 

You can also upload your own design, such as a logo or custom artwork.

Custom patches cost $7.75. This price doesn’t include digitization and shipping.

 

Digitization is a mandatory process where we transform your artwork into an embroidery machine-friendly format. It costs $3.95 for text-only designs and $6.50 for all others. Each design needs to be digitized once—you can re-use the same design later at no extra charge.

Custom patches are for anyone who wants to add a personal touch to their clothing or accessories. They’re also great for showcasing team spirit for corporations, sports teams, schools, and clubs.

On average, we fulfill orders in 2–5 business days. This doesn’t include delivery, as shipping times depend on the order volume and destination.

Absolutely! When applied correctly, custom iron-on patches can last for years. However, their longevity depends on wear, washing, and the type of fabric they’re attached to. Proper application and care will prolong their life.

You can attach the custom patches to clothing or other items using safety pins, sewing, or ironing them on.


To use the iron-on method, follow these steps:


1. Choose a sturdy item for your patch, preferably denim or cotton
2. Lay the base material on a flat, heat-proof surface
3. Set the iron to a high, steam-free setting that your fabric can handle
4. Pre-iron the chosen patch area
5. Place the patch on the fabric
6. Cover the patch with a thin cloth
7. Press the iron over the cloth-covered patch for 25 seconds and then another 25 on the backside
8. Let the patch cool
9. Test the patch’s edges—if it’s not secure, repeat ironing

For extra durability, sew the patch edges to the fabric.

Yes. To increase the patch’s lifespan, handwash it with cold water. Use the washing machine only when necessary.

Patches adhere best to sturdy fabrics like denim or cotton. Avoid delicate materials, as the iron-on process might damage them.

Yes, you can sell custom patches online. To be profitable, find a niche you want to sell to. It could be anything from motorcycle clubs to sports teams—just ensure there’s a big enough market for your patches. Then, focus on personalized designs for your niche. Finally, market your embroidered patches to attract customers.

 

Success usually doesn’t come overnight, but if you stick to it and keep adjusting your strategy, selling patches online can be a profitable and enjoyable experience.

Learn more about custom embroidery with free resources

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