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CUSTOM PATCH EMBROIDERY
October 31st, 2024 • 7 minute read

Underground Printing is excited to highlight high-quality custom patch embroidery! Suppose you’re looking to add unique branding to team hats, show off a creative design on apparel, or make a statement with a standout patch on your backpack. In that case, our custom patch service opens up endless creative possibilities. This offering is all about versatility, quality, and elevating your apparel with one-of-a-kind details that stand out. 


Custom patch embroidery brings a whole new layer of detail to any product you would like. Whether for team uniforms, company branding, school clubs, or just personal style, patches add a unique, tactile element that regular printing doesn’t capture. With our high-quality patch options, we make it easier than ever to bring your ideas to life with a range of styles and finishes to choose from. 


Explore Our Range of Patches


Our custom patch embroidery service includes a variety of textures, materials, and visual effects to fit any style. Here’s a breakdown of some of the patch options available through Underground Printing:


  1. Faux Leather Patches: Perfect for a rugged yet refined look, faux leather patches bring a touch of vintage style to hats bags, and jackets without the need for real leather. 

Pros: easy to clean, flexible, made of synthetic leather-like materials

    Pair with: Trucker Hats

A circular faux leather patch with "Tiny Home Adventures" written around an illustration of a small cabin surrounded by trees. The design is printed in black on a tan faux leather background with stitched edges

  1. Genuine Leather Patches: Nothing says quality like genuine leather. These patches are perfect for high-end products or a classic, timeless look on apparel and accessories. 

Pros: Made of real leather, premium feel, durable

    Pair with: Premium Backpacks

A rugged, genuine leather patch with the words "Mountain Apparel" embossed. It features a mountain silhouette and crossed hiking tools, displayed on a light blue surface for contrast

  1. Faux-Suede Patches: Offering a soft, elegant look, faux suede patches are ideal for clients looking to add a sophisticated touch to their designs. 

Pros: Very flexible, mimics the look and feel of suede, best if kept dry

    Pair with: vests

A vintage-style woven patch for "Yellow Ross Supply Co." in a pink and gray color scheme. It includes the text "Est 1908" with a design of a cowboy hat and cactus in the center

  1. Woven Patches: Woven patches are perfect for intricate designs and text-heavy patches, allowing for clear, crisp details that embroidered patches may not capture.

Pros: Machine-washable, very flexible, allows for detailed designs 

    Pair with: Jackets

A bright red, circular woven patch with a tire-themed logo for "Herald's Discount Tires," featuring the text "Reliable Revolution" along the edge. The patch is stitched onto a beige fabric background

  1. Chenille Patches: Known for their fluffy texture, chenille patches are a popular choice for varsity jackets and letterman styles, creating a nostalgic, high-school sports vibe.

Pros: Plush and textured appearance, vintage feel, spot cleaning recommended

    Pair with: Varsity and Coach jackets

A cute chenille patch designed as a smiling sushi roll with a green exterior, white rice border, and colorful filling. The patch has a soft, fuzzy texture with black outlining on a white background.

  1. 3D Embroidered Patches: Take your patch design to the next dimension with 3D embroidery. It adds depth and texture, perfect for logos and eye-catching designs. 

Pros: Thicker than standard embroidery, raised and dimensional look

    Pair with: Beanies

 A 3D embroidered patch of a fierce bear’s head with raised details, featuring white and gray fur, yellow eyes, a red mouth, and purple outline on a dark gray fabric background

  1. Embroidered Patches: A classic choice, embroidered patches are highly versatile and durable. They provide a traditional, textured look that’s great for a range of uses.

Pros: Moderately flexible, textured durable finish, spot clean or gentle cycle 

Pair with: Quarter Zips

A red, embroidered winter-themed patch featuring a stylized bear with the word "WINTER" in bold white letters below it, surrounded by a light blue stitched border

  1. Print Stitch Patches: Combine the detailed graphics of printing with the texture of stitching. Print stitch patches are excellent for designs that need a high level of visual detail with a subtle embroidered look. 

Pros: Machine-washable, very flexible, print and stitch mix

    Pair with: Performance Polos

 A colorful circular patch with a UFO beaming light downwards, with the word "BELIEVE" in bold white letters, set against a purple background and sewn onto an olive green jacket

  1. Flexstyle Patches: We offer quite a few options of flexstyle patches, like beveled, domed, flat, and textured, that are all very detailed and each offer a different look to the design. Adding different textures can be very beneficial to all patch designs and offers different end results. They are all lightweight and are perfect for adding a high-quality, detailed design to clothing or accessories. 

    1. Beveled

A unique beveled patch depicting a geometric, faceted wolf’s head in metallic blue tones on a light blue cap, creating a reflective, jewel-like appearance

  1. Domed

A domed patch with a bold "25th Anniversary" logo in silver, blue, and red, featuring raised, glossy elements against a black background

  1. Flat

A glossy, circular patch depicting a stylized landscape with two white mountain peaks, a yellow sun, and colorful stripes in green, red, and blue, with the word "LANDSCAPE" at the bottom, set against a gray fabric background

  1. Textured

A detailed eagle emblem with a blue and yellow design, featuring the word "EAGLES" at the bottom and a crown-like shape at the top, against a gray background

Pros: Very waterproof, lightweight materials, detailed and textured designs

    Pair with: Jackets and Outerwear


  1. Flexstyle Holo Patches: Adding some futuristic shine with holographic design, two images in one logo with a lenticular effect, offering a truly unique, modern look. 

Pros: Easy to clean, flexible, made with a lenticular effect

Pair with: Bags

A large patch commemorating a "25 Years" anniversary in blue and red, with the words "Service • Dedication • Success" in metallic letters, displayed on a black background

  1. PVC Patches: Durable and waterproof, PVC patches are ideal for outdoor gear and apparel, adding a bold, raised effect that’s hard to ignore. 

Pros: Water-resistant, easy to clean, bold and raised effect

    Pair with: Outerwear jackets

A vibrant PVC patch with a donut design, featuring "Little Pinkie's Baked Goods & Coffee" in white and pink lettering, with a playful donut shape on a black background

  1. Flexbriodery Patches: Get the flexibility of printed designs with the elevated look of embroidery, combining the best of both worlds in one patch.

Pros: Machine washable, very flexible, hybrid materials, made to be durable

    Pair with: Quarter zips and Pullovers

A simple, circular patch with a red letter "A" inside a blue ring, sewn onto a dark navy blue fabric background

  1. Full-Color Digital Patches: For vibrant, multi-color designs, our full-color digital patches allow you to showcase every detail in high resolution, with no compromises needed.

Pros: Flexible and contours well, vibrant and detailed, machine washable

Pair with: Bucket hats

A circular patch for "Alpine Apparel Co." with an illustrated mountain scene, featuring a rising sun and a river in blue and yellow tones, framed by the text "Alpine Apparel Co. Est. 1985" on a black fabric background


What Sets Underground Printing’s Custom Patch Embroidery Apart? 


At UGP, we’re not just offering patches; we’re offering quality, customization, and customer service that makes a difference. Here’s why our custom patch embroidery stands out. 


  • Quality Materials: Our patches are crafted with premium materials to ensure durability, vibrant colors, and a premium feel. 

  • Unmatched Detail: Each patch is made with precision, capturing even the most intricate design elements.

  • Flexible Options: With so many types of patches to choose from, there’s something for every need, style, and purpose. 

  • Quick Turnaround Times: We understand the importance of meeting deadlines, so we offer efficient turnaround times without compromising on quality. 

  • Customization for All Purposes: From corporate branding and sports teams to family reunions and personal projects, our custom patches add a unique touch to any occasion. 


How to Get Started with Your Custom Patch Embroidery


Ready to add custom patches to your apparel? Getting started is easy with Underground Printing! Simply follow these steps: 

  1. Choose your patch style- select the best option for your style

  2. Design your patch- if you already have a design in mind, we can work with you to create a high-quality patch. 

  3. Pick your placement- patches can be added to a variety of apparel and accessories, you name it, we can place it

  4. Get a quote- we offer competitive pricing and our team is happy to provide you with a custom quote today!

  5. Place your order- once it’s all finalized, we’ll bring your vision to life



Popular Uses for Custom Patch Embroidery


Custom patch embroidery is a versatile option that can enhance many types of projects and products, including: 


  • Company Branding: Add your logo to employee uniforms or merchandise for a professional, polished look

  • Team Spirit: Outfit sports teams, school clubs, or community organizations with customized patches that showcase their identity

  • Special Events: Whether it’s for a reunion, a charity event, or a corporate retreat, patches add a memorable, personalized touch

  • Fashion Statements: Elevate personal style by adding unique patches to jackets, hats, and bags. Make a statement with a custom patch that reflects your personal brand. 


Start Creating with Underground Printing’s Custom Patch Embroidery Today!


At Underground Printing, we’re thrilled to bring you the versatility and quality of custom patch embroidery. With endless style options and our commitment to quality, you can create something truly unique and memorable. Whether you’re outfitting a team, branding your business, or adding flair to your wardrobe, our new custom patches are the perfect way to elevate your apparel. Get started today and experience the art of custom patch embroidery with Underground Printing. 


Not sure where to start? We’re here to help! At Underground Printing, we’re not happy until you’re happy and our teams are ready to help you create the perfect custom gear. Feel free to reach out in person at one of our locations or via email at help@undergroundshirts.com. We can’t wait to see what great designs you create!

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