What is the process of ordering and making custom patches?

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What is the process of ordering and making custom
patches?
In this article, we will read about the process
of ordering and making custom patches. All types
of patches like custom chenille patches, custom
leather patches, custom woven patches, custom
printed patches, custom name patches, custom
bullion patches, and custom embroidered patches
are perfect for amplifying wardrobe and adding a
personal touch to products like backpacks,
beanies, jackets, and more. Custom patches
symbolize membership to a group or an
organization as well. People who often wear these
custom patches feel proud of themselves for
being part of that group or unit. You cannot
manufacture or produce or design custom patches
as per demand as it requires a minimum order
quantity of 100 units. They are similar to lapel
pins and key chains in terms of minimum order
requirements. If you are thinking of ordering or
curious to learn the process of creating custom
patches, look no further. Here, we have put
together a manual to help you get
started. Introduction to custom patches
option Lets take a look at some of the different
patches options you can choose from. Types
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Custom embroidered patches When a fine fabric
backs high-quality threading and comes up with a
unique design, it converts into a wearable form
of art. Custom embroidered patches are very
popular and the most traditional option available
in the market. You can select it when you have a
high-contrast design that needs depth and
texture. Custom woven patches The combination
of thin threads and a tight weave produce custom
woven patches. They are best for stylish work
that requires crisp details. You can select it
when you want to display a unique logo or small
lettering effectively. Custom printed
patches Custom printed patches are the
picture-perfect illustration of your design with
a high level of detail and plenty of color
options. No other patches provide these many
color options. You can select it if you want to
depict your design as real as a picture. Custom
bullion patches Custom bullion patches are
called crest patches as well. In this patch,
small pieces of artwork create 3D designs with
tight wire stitching. It gives your patches a
unique shine and texture, making it a perfect
option for classy logos. You can select custom
bullion patches for creating a patch that is
long-lasting as well as looks beautiful. Custom
chenille patches Custom chenille patches work
best for designs that have large open areas
of color or where a large patch is required.
Select custom chenille patches when you want to
convert your simple design into a timeless fuzzy
style. Custom leather patches Custom leather
patches can convert any apparel or accessory into
a high-quality, classy product. You can also
fully-customize it by choosing the size,
embossing, and color of your custom leather
patches. Select custom leather patches if you
are looking to affix a classic, urban, trendy or
natural look to a product. Custom PVC patches
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• When you are looking for something tough, bold,
  and unique, you should choose custom PVC
  patches. These patches provide three looks with
  their rubberized style and can live through any
  extreme conditions. You can select this option if
  you need a durable custom patch.
• Material
• You can select the material of your custom
  patches as per the chosen design. Custom patches
  like custom chenille patches, custom leather
  patches, custom woven patches, custom printed
  patches, custom name patches, custom bullion
  patches, and custom embroidered patches will suit
  different materials. Each of them will look best
  on certain materials while not be as fitting on
  other materials. If you want to look appealing,
  then you have to select materials wisely.
• Backing
• There are various backing options for custom
  embroidered patches. You can choose from plastic
  backing, iron-on backing, adhesive backing, hook
  and loop backing, pin back backing, or magnetic
  backings. No backing is also an option to choose
  from.
• Thread
• You can choose from metallic threads and neon
  threads. There are multiple thread color options
  to choose from. If you do threading carefully,
  then your design will look more beautiful.
  Having too many elements on a single design can
  make it look cluttered. You have to give space
  for details so the design remains recognizable.
• Border
• There are two border options
• Merrowed
• Die-cut

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appropriate. There is no significant price
difference between the two border
options. Embroidery percentage Embroidery
percentage is the amount of your patch covered
with thread. Custom patches are embroidered on a
fabric called "twill." You have to consider your
design before deciding on your embroidery
percentage. When your patch is covered with less
than 100 embroidery, then a part of your twill
will be visible. It resembles the background
color. If your design has a solid background
color, then an embroidery percentage less than
100 may look good.