Custom Appliqué Patches
Fabric where the colour is, stitches where the detail is. Appliqué patches layer cut twill, felt, denim or leather under the embroidery, so large shapes, varsity letters and bold logos come out flat, soft and lighter than solid stitching — at a lower stitch count and a lower price per square inch.
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Custom Appliqué Patches: Fabrics, Pricing & Minimums
Appliqué patches layer cut twill, felt, denim or leather under the embroidery, so large shapes and varsity letters come out flat, soft and lighter than solid stitching. They price the same as embroidered patches at the same size and quantity — from $0.91 per piece — with a 5-piece minimum and a free mockup in 12–24 hours.
| Price from | $0.91/pc — the embroidered table at the same size and quantity |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | 5 pieces per design, every size and fabric |
| Fabrics | Polyester twill, felt, denim, leather, camo/printed twill |
| Best size range | 3 in and up; the recommended build over 6 in |
| Minimum cut width | 0.5 in at the narrowest point; thinner strips are stitched |
| Fabric layers | Up to 3 stacked colours per design; more by quote |
| Colour matching | Stock twill/felt colours, or sublimated twill to any colour |
| Turnaround | 11-15 business days in hand; rush as soon as 5 business days |
| Setup / digitizing fees | None |
| Rating | 4.7★ on Trustpilot (116 reviews) |
Patch Types Compared: Which Should You Choose?
| Type | Best for | Detail level | Durability | From (1,000 pc) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embroidered | Uniforms, teams, classic logos | Medium | High | $0.91/pc |
| Woven | Fine detail, small text, labels | Very high | High | $1.54/pc |
| PVC / Rubber | Outdoor, tactical, waterproof use | Medium | Very high | $1.40/pc |
| Chenille | Varsity jackets, letterman, retro | Low | Medium | $1.30/pc |
| Leather | Hat lines, luxury branding | Low-Med | High | $1.74/pc |
| Printed / Sublimated | Full-color art, gradients, photos | Photographic | Medium | $0.74/pc |
What is an appliqué patch and when should I choose it?
An appliqué patch is an embroidered patch in which part of the design is a piece of fabric — usually polyester twill, felt, denim or leather — cut to shape, laid on the base and stitched down around its edge with a satin or zigzag border, with text and detail embroidered on top. The fabric does the job thousands of fill stitches would otherwise do, which is why it is the standard construction for varsity letters, back patches, mascots and flag fields. Choose appliqué when the design has large areas of one colour, when the patch is big — Panda Patches recommends it for anything over 6 inches, up to a 25-inch maximum — or when you want a lighter, more flexible patch on a jacket or hoodie. Choose fully embroidered when the design is small or carries fine detail everywhere. It costs the same as embroidered at the same size and quantity, from $0.91 per piece, with a 5-piece minimum.
How much do custom appliqué patches cost?
Custom appliqué patches start at $0.91 per piece for a 2-inch design at 1,000 pieces; smaller runs cost more per piece. Every price includes free worldwide shipping, a digital mockup in 12 to 24 hours, unlimited free revisions, and zero setup or digitizing fees — the number you are quoted is the number you pay. Larger sizes and add-ons like metallic thread or Velcro adjust the per-piece rate, which the on-site calculator shows instantly before you order. There is no charge to get a quote or a mockup.
What is the minimum order for custom appliqué patches?
The minimum order for appliqué patches at Panda Patches is 5 pieces — far below the 50-to-100-piece minimum most patch manufacturers require. Bulk pricing tiers begin at 50 pieces and improve again at 100, 500, and 1,000+. That means you can order 5 patches to sample quality, 50 for a team, or 50,000 for a national rollout through the same process, with the same free mockup and no setup fees at any size. The low minimum exists so first-time buyers and small brands are not forced to over-order inventory just to hit a supplier's floor. If you only need a handful of patches, you are not penalized — you still get free design help and a proof before anything is produced.
How long does it take to make custom patches?
Standard production is 7 to 10 business days from the moment you approve your digital mockup, not from when you pay. Panda Patches delivers your free mockup within 12 to 24 hours of your request, and production only begins after your written approval — nothing is manufactured without your sign-off. Rush production is available for tighter deadlines at 25% of the order total with a $50 minimum, refunded if we cannot meet the date. Free worldwide shipping is included on every order, with door-to-door tracking. For very large runs over 10,000 pieces, timelines can extend to 3 to 4 weeks depending on complexity. Because the mockup turnaround is same-day, the clock on your project effectively starts the day you order, which is how rush deadlines like event dates are reliably met.
Do you charge setup or digitizing fees?
No. Panda Patches charges zero setup fees, zero digitizing fees, and no mold or art fees on any order, at any size. This matters because hidden fees are the most common way patch suppliers inflate a quote after you submit your design — a $40 to $150 surprise on an order of 100 patches is typical elsewhere. With Panda Patches, the per-piece price you see is the complete price: free artwork, free design assistance, a free digital mockup in 12 to 24 hours, unlimited free revisions, and free worldwide shipping are all included. The only thing you pay for is the patches themselves. This is also why the published pricing tiers can be trusted as your real cost rather than a starting point that grows at checkout.
Are custom patches made in the USA?
Panda Patches is a U.S.-registered company (My Custom Patches LLC, a Wyoming LLC) with a U.S. mailing address in Austin, Texas, serving customers nationwide with free worldwide shipping and US-based support that answers every quote within about two business hours. Its custom patches are produced at the company's own facility in Pakistan, operated by Panda Apparel & Technology; no products are manufactured in the United States. Most orders ship within 7 to 10 business days of mockup approval regardless of destination in the US. The company has delivered over one million patches and holds a 4.7-star Trustpilot rating across 116 verified reviews, with named customers from fire departments, police departments, sports teams, and Fortune 500 branding programs. Production follows a 5-point quality inspection — thread tension, color matching, backing durability, stitch integrity, and final visual check — on every patch.
Do I get a proof or mockup before production?
Yes — every order includes a free digital mockup delivered in 12 to 24 hours, and production does not start until you approve it in writing. You get unlimited free revisions until the design is exactly right, at no charge. For orders of 500 pieces or more, Panda Patches also ships a free physical pre-production sample so you can hold the finished patch and verify color, backing, and sizing before the full batch runs; smaller orders can request a sample for a small fee credited toward the order. This two-step proofing — digital mockup for everyone, physical sample for large runs — removes the two biggest risks in custom patch ordering: approving artwork you cannot fully judge on a screen, and discovering a color or sizing issue only after thousands of pieces are made.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes. Panda Patches backs every order with a money-back guarantee: if your patches do not match the mockup you approved, the company makes it right. Because production only begins after your written sign-off on a digital proof — and, for orders of 500+, a physical pre-production sample — the finished patches are held to the exact design you approved. Real customer reviews on Trustpilot describe the company reshipping replacements at no cost when a small number of pieces arrived flawed, no argument required. That guarantee, combined with a verified 4.7-star rating across 116 reviews and over one million patches delivered, is why first-time buyers and repeat B2B clients — including fire departments, police agencies, and corporate branding teams — treat Panda Patches as a low-risk supplier for both small and large runs.
Last updated: October 2026 · See full pricing breakdown
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Rated 4.7/5 on Trustpilot from 116 reviews — checked 15 October 2026
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Money Back Guarantee
Your satisfaction owns the patch; our promise ensures it's truly yours!
Low Minimums
Craft your distinct style starting from just 5 patches. Low minimums, maximum creativity!
Quick Turnaround
Standard 11-15 business days — rush in hand in as soon as 5 business days on qualifying orders.
Free Sample First
For orders 500+, get a free physical sample. Verify quality, color, and sizing before full production.
Backing Options
Choose the perfect backing for your patches
Iron On
Iron-on patches backing becomes the instant fabric friend. Just press and your design bonds to the garment. Properly heat-pressed the bond is near-permanent, and both machine washing and dry cleaning are safe. An under-pressed patch survives neither.
Sew On
Sew on patches are classic, sturdy, DIY friendly. Thread and needles create a permanent bond and give a homemade touch. Satisfaction guaranteed with every stitch
Velcro
Rock your gear with Velcro fabric patches. Velcro backing has a sew-on loop side that catches onto any surface for easy swaps. Ideal for adding versatility to backpacks, military uniforms, military jackets, and gears!, Velcro
Sticker Backing
Sticker backings add instant elegance without sewing. Just peel, stick, and bam! This temporary sticker is perfect for casual style on outfits, and fun on fabric, scouting uniforms, accessories, and more.
Border Options
Customize your patch borders and colors
Merrow Border Patch
Choose Merrow borders to give your sew on patches an over-locked edge finishing. Plus, the stitching helps keep the edges from fraying, making your patch last longer. Perfect for simple shapes, it's like piping for your patch!
Embroidered Border
Embroidered patches with borders weave magic, framing designs and telling unique stories. We craft mini masterpieces by customizing the border thickness. Choose from intricate swirls to classic satin finishes for a personalized touch.
No Border Patches
No-border patches offer raw, edgy and DIY-friendly designs-just like a tattoo for your fabric. Perfect to give a modern touch to your embroidery, leather iron-on patches, and more!
Thread & Color Options
Special thread and color effects
Metallic Thread
Indulge in the disco vibes with metallic embroidery patches. Perfect for bold emblems, making patches for hats shine with elegance and glamour!
Glow In The Dark
Illuminate your embroidered patches with glow-in-the-dark magic! Perfect for spooky logos and playful designs on embroidered patches! Recharge under light and let your patch shine all night!
Upgrades & Add-ons
Enhance your patches with premium options
Button Loop
Button loops add versatility-hang patches from button or pins with ease. No sewing needed, just loop and go! Easy on, stay off, perfect for scouting uniforms.
3D Puff Embroidery
Elevate your patch with 3D puff embroidery! Bold logos and designs create a playful eye catching effect on caps and sportswear, Choose wisely for lasting impressions.
Specs & pricing
Custom Appliqué Patches: how they are made, what they cost
What they actually cost
Live prices for a 3-inch design as of October 16, 2026, straight from the same calculator that runs checkout — not an estimate. No setup, digitizing, or mold fees, and free worldwide shipping is included at every quantity.
| Quantity | Per piece | Order total |
|---|---|---|
| 5 pc minimum | $24.00 | $120.01 |
| 25 pc | $5.87 | $146.85 |
| 50 pc | $3.92 | $195.80 |
| 100 pc | $2.55 | $255.20 |
| 250 pc | $1.96 | $489.50 |
| 500 pc | $1.18 | $588.50 |
| 1,000 pc | $1.05 | $1045.00 |
Per-piece figures are rounded to the nearest cent, so multiplying one out can land a few cents from the order total — the total column is what checkout charges. Advertised “from” prices elsewhere on the site use a 2" x 2", 1,000 pcs basis; larger sizes cost more per piece. For your exact size and quantity, use the instant calculator.
HERE'S EXACTLY HOW WE MAKE YOUR PATCHES IN 3 STEPS
From your artwork or idea to a patch in hand. Three steps, no surprises, no setup fees.
Real orders, real deadlines
Karbach Brewing: 1,200 Patches, Delivered a Day Early
Six designs, 1,200 pieces, a mix of woven and laser-engraved genuine leather, and an event in Los Angeles that could not move. Mockups were approved on January 9, the order shipped on January 14, and it was signed for on January 19 — one day before the event and ten days after approval.
Wise: Nasdaq Times Square Activation
Congratulations to Wise on going public. When the global money platform celebrated its Nasdaq listing with a brand activation in Times Square, the 9,600 custom patches in the giveaway came from Panda Patches, designed, approved, and delivered in two shipments on May 4 and May 7, both on contractual dates that could not move.
Nashville Activation: 1,500 Patches in 9 Business Days
Ten different designs, 150 pieces each, and a hard in-hand date two days before the event. Panda Patches produced 1,500 woven patches with peel-and-stick backing in 9 business days from mockup approval, and the shipment landed on August 6 — over a day ahead of the deadline.
How ordering works
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Free Digital Mockup
Approve before anything is made
A free digital mockup lands in your inbox in 12 to 24 hours, with unlimited revisions until you approve it — nothing goes into production before you sign off. Physical samples are separate: order a sample box at pandapatches.com/sample-box, or get a free pre-production sample on orders of 500 pieces or more.
The Production Begins!
We Turn Ideas into Reality
After approval, our skilled team begins production with attention to every detail. In a hurry? We also offer rush orders.
Delivery at Your Doorstep
Ready to Be Impressed with Panda Patches?
Once our quality control team gives their stamp of approval, your patches ship with full tracking directly to your door. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality, on time, every time.
Let's Get Started!
Quick, easy, and convenient
Ready to order custom patches? Get started in just a few steps—use our quote form or chat with our patch experts today!
Free Digital Mockup
Approve before anything is made
A free digital mockup lands in your inbox in 12 to 24 hours, with unlimited revisions until you approve it — nothing goes into production before you sign off. Physical samples are separate: order a sample box at pandapatches.com/sample-box, or get a free pre-production sample on orders of 500 pieces or more.
The Production Begins!
We Turn Ideas into Reality
After approval, our skilled team begins production with attention to every detail. In a hurry? We also offer rush orders.
Delivery at Your Doorstep
Ready to Be Impressed with Panda Patches?
Once our quality control team gives their stamp of approval, your patches ship with full tracking directly to your door. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality, on time, every time.
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Other Custom Patch Types
Custom Iron-On Patches
Every patch type accepts iron-on backing. What differs is how it is applied: most types are pressed from the front, while PVC, chenille and embroidered heat transfers are pressed from behind so the heat never touches the rubber face, the yarn pile or the embroidery, and silicone can go either way. See sizing, pricing, and application details on our dedicated custom iron-on patches page.
What we don’t charge for
Minimum 5 pieces per design, on every patch type and size — order three designs, that's 5 of each.
- Setup fee$0
- Digitizing$0
- Mold fee (PVC)$0
- Art fee$0
- Revisions$0
- Digital mockup$0
- Worldwide shipping$0
- Duties on arrival (DDP)$0
The per-piece price is the whole price. What no setup, digitizing or mold fees actually saves you, ordering below a 5-piece minimum, and free worldwide shipping delivered duty paid.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A patch in which part of the design is cut fabric — twill, felt, denim or leather — stitched to the base with a satin border, with embroidered detail on top. It gives large colour areas a flat, soft finish at a lower stitch count than solid embroidery.
No. We price appliqué with the same calculator as embroidered patches at the same size and quantity. The fabric replaces fill stitches, so large designs come out lighter and softer for the same price.
5 pieces per design, at every size and in every fabric.
Up to 25 inches at the largest dimension; appliqué is our recommended construction for anything over 6 inches.
Yes — iron-on backing is free. For felt appliqué, press from the garment side with a pressing cloth. Sew-on is the better choice for leather and anything worn for years.
Heavy polyester twill cut into letters or numbers and stitched down with a zigzag or satin edge — the classic varsity-jacket letter. All our twill appliqué is tackle-twill construction.
Yes. We stock a range of twill and felt colours, and for anything else we sublimate the twill to your colour, so there is no colour we can't make. Quote a code from our thread colour chart and we match the fabric to it; the mockup shows the exact fabric and thread colours for approval before production.
Standard 7-10 business days production plus 4-5 days express transit. Rush production in 1–3 days, as soon as 5 business days to the US, on qualifying orders of up to 250 pieces per design.
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