Headwear Decoration
Patches
Embroidered Patch
Considered the most popular and traditional patch style, embroidered patches are made by sewing embroidery thread into a twill backing offering maximum texture & depth.
Available with Merrow, and Satin Stitch borders.
Works great with simple, classic designs. Looks best at larger size.
Not Recommended for high detail and small text.
Woven Patch
Made with thin threads and a tight weave that offers fine detail with medium texture, woven patches are a great option when your design has a lot of detail or small text.
Available with Merrow, Satin Stitch, and Laser Cut borders.
Works great with or slightly more detailed logos and can accommodate a smaller text.
Not Recommended for high detail and lots of colors.
3D Puff Patches
3D Puff Patches are great for making your patch “pop” with an extra level of dimension.
Available with Merrow, and Satin Stitch borders.
Works great with simple design and simple larger text.
Not Recommended for Multi-colored designs, fine detail, or small text.
Chenille Patch
A raised patch with a soft feel, these patches are most commonly used on Letterman jackets but can be used on many garments for a trendy or custom look.
Works great with Leatherman jackets or other heavy garments. Less common for hats.
Not Recommended for thin, fashion garments.
Sublimated Patch
Sublimated patches are great for extremely detailed designs by sublimating the artwork onto a twill substrate. They offer photo quality detail with a flat texture.
Available with Merrow, Satin Stitch, and Laser Cut borders.
Works great with high detail, multi-color, and color accuracy.
Not Recommended for simple designs
Sublimation+ Patch
With the detail of a standard sublimated patch and the embroidered text or embroidered details/accents the Sublimation+ patch is a unique way to bring any image or design to life.
Works great with high detail sublimated area, multi-color, and color accuracy.
Not Recommended: high-detail embroidered accents.
Flex Patches
Embellish your hat or garment with heat seal backing or decorate a water bottle or other hard surface with sticker backing.
Available in Beveled, Domed, Flat, or Textured.
Works great for a clean, modern look.
Not Recommended for high detail and small text.
Rubber/PVC
Rubber patches (also referred to as PVC) are rugged and durable with a raised 3D look. Perfect for a premium outdoor, sport, and tactical look.
Works great with performance and technical hats.
Not Recommended for high detail/multi-colors.
Leather Patches
Laser etched or Debossed logos set these leather patches apart. Get fine detail or make a bold design on genuine leather.
Multiple leather color options available.
Works great with a classic, outdoor and workwear look.
Not Recommended for high level design/shapes.
Vegan Leather Patch
Nothing looks as rugged as a leather patch but these are made from durable vinyl for a perfect vegan leather option. Laser Etching and debossing available.
Multiple leather color options available.
Works great with a classic, outdoor and workwear look.
Not Recommended for high level design/shapes.
Leather Labels
Debossed logo with natural or custom PMS color fill. Sew on application. Folded in center.
Works great on beanies and the back of a cap.
Not Recommended for larger designs and high detail
Woven Label
This versatile decoration isn't just for shirts or beanies— put them front and center on your trucker or offset it for a more modern look. Also available as pinch labels.
Works great on beanies and the back of a cap. Usually using a 1-3 color design.
Not Recommended for larger designs and high detail.
Border Options
Merrow
The classic patch border.
1/8" border that overlocks the patch edge
Satin Stitch
For complex designs and detailed borders.
1/16" border that simulates a merrow border without overlocking the patch edge.
Laser Cut
Available on woven patches and labels.
Enables a design to extend to the patch edge without the look of an overlocking border.
Specialty
Screen Print + Digital Hybrid Transfers
The Screen Print Transfer is a budget conscious decoration method great for 1-3 color designs. A more diverse alternative is the Digital Hybrid Transfer that allows for full color and photo quality designs that are free floating.
Works best for 1-3 color, bold designs (SP Transfer) or for color accuracy and high detailed logos (Hybrid Transfers).
Not Recommended for caps with a front seam.
Silicone Transfer
The modern Silicone transfer delivers a tactile, durable, high-end decoration that looks great when on any tech or tactical hat.
Best for one or two-color designs.
Works great with clean, thick-lined designs.
Not Recommended for high detail or multi-color
Sublimation
Dyed directly into the fabric of the hat, sublimated designs offer a clean look for vintage or modern, multi-colored logos with a high level of detail. They offer a photo quality, no-texture design.
Works best with high detail and multi-colors.
Not Recommended for dark apparel items.
Embroidery
Embroidery
The rich look of direct embroidery is a proven decoration method commonly used everywhere and make you look like a Pro with a cap that stands out.
Works great with medium detail for a wide variety of cap options.
Not Recommended with high-detail or small text.
3D Embroidery
Just as the name implies, 3D Embroidery uses tried and true embroidery methods but raises it for a unique look that can accentuate any logo or design.
Works great with low detail text, designs or borders. Common on Sports and lifestyle apparel.
Not Recommended with high-detail or small text.