Bulk & wholesale · Made in East Tennessee
Bulk custom
embroidered patches.
Orders up to 100,000 patches.
Quality patches, great prices, delivered anywhere in the U.S. Every patch is made in our East Tennessee shop and shipped nationwide. From production runs of 25+ items to patch orders up to 100,000, choose your size, shape, border and backing — with pricing, availability and timing confirmed for your project.
Minimum order quantities may apply. Smaller requests depend on our current production schedule and the owner's discretion.
Large-volume capability
Up to 100,000 patches.
Built for large-volume patch orders up to 100,000. Your design, specifications and deadline determine the confirmed production plan — ask us about your run.
Made in East Tennessee
Shipped anywhere in the U.S.
Quality patches at great prices, from our East Tennessee shop to your door in all 50 states. Request loose patches for your own application, or discuss finished garments with our team.
Built around your artwork
Your size. Your finish.
Specify dimensions, quantities per design and sew-on, iron-on or hook-and-loop backing. Share your required arrival date and delivery ZIP code for a project-specific quote.
Nationwide production programs
Wholesale embroidered patches, built around your order.
Source custom patches in bulk for your business, organization or resale program. Whether you need loose patches or garment application, send the quantities for each design so we can review the full run together. Orders up to 100,000 patches are quoted against your specifications and our current production schedule.
Businesses & uniform programs
Company logos, crew identification and consistent branding across uniforms, caps and jackets. Include the number of patches needed for each location or design.
Schools, teams & organizations
Team crests, club emblems and event patches with quantities broken down by artwork. Share the date the finished order needs to arrive.
Brands & resale orders
Custom logo patches for your own products or merchandise. Specify loose patches or application, your backing preference and the delivery destination.
What determines your bulk patch price?
Great pricing starts with a clear specification. Quantity per design, size, stitch coverage, border and backing all affect the quote. Delivery requirements and artwork preparation are reviewed with the order, rather than hidden behind a generic per-patch price.
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Send your specifications
Include artwork, finished width and height, colors, backing, border and quantity per design. Tell us if the patches will be applied to garments.
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Review your project quote
We review your design and production requirements, then confirm pricing, availability and timing for your order. Ask about artwork approval and sampling requirements for your run.
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Confirm the delivery plan
Finished patches ship to all 50 states. Include your city, state, ZIP code and required arrival date so the quote can account for your destination and schedule.
Shapes and finishing
Merrowed border
The wrapped overlock edge that seals the twill and gives the patch its raised outline. Best on circles, ovals, shields, rectangles, and other clean geometric shapes.
Die-cut and custom shapes
When the logo outline isn't a simple shape, the edge is stitched and cut to follow the artwork itself — mascots, script wordmarks, crests, and irregular silhouettes.
Coverage and twill
Full-coverage patches are stitched edge to edge; partial-coverage patches leave the twill exposed as a background color. Both change the look and the stitch count.
Backing options
Sew-on
A plain back stitched down by hand or machine. The most durable option and the standard for uniforms, jackets, and hats that see hard use.
Iron-on heat seal
A heat-activated film on the back for quick application to cotton and cotton blends. Fast and clean; we still recommend tacking edges down on high-wear garments.
Hook-and-loop
For patches that need to come off — tactical panels, name tapes, rotating team or sponsor patches. Loop side can be added to the garment as well.
Applied by us
Send the garments or let us source them, and we'll sew the patches on so the whole order arrives finished.
Edge finishes
Border types
The border is what separates a patch that looks manufactured from one that looks homemade. Merrowed is our default; the others exist for shapes a merrow machine cannot follow.
Merrowed border
Our default
A raised overlock thread wrapped around the entire edge. Only works on simple shapes — circle, oval, rectangle, shield — because the machine needs a continuous curve. Toughest edge you can put on a patch and the classic look on a cap.
Hot-cut border
Complex shapes
The patch is cut with a heated blade that seals the twill, then finished with a tight satin stitch. Use it when your logo outline is too intricate for merrowing.
Laser-cut border
Fine detail
Laser cutting follows the artwork exactly for sharp points, thin letters, and cut-out negative space. Cleanest option for custom silhouettes.
Die-cut / no visible edge
Flat finish
The border stitch sits flush with the patch face instead of standing proud. Lower profile under a jacket panel or on a soft, unstructured hat.
Patch sizing chart
Patch size is measured as the average of width and height. Use this as a starting point — send us the artwork and we'll tell you the smallest size your logo stays readable at.
| Size | Typical use | Detail it holds |
|---|---|---|
| 2" | Cap front (unstructured), sleeve, beanie cuff | Icon plus one short word. Avoid taglines. |
| 2.5" | Left chest, polo, cap front | Logo mark with a wordmark under it. |
| 3" | Trucker cap front, jacket chest | Most business logos land here — name, icon, and an est. date. |
| 3.5" | Flat-bill cap front, work shirt chest | Room for a second line of text or a state outline. |
| 4" | Jacket chest, bag panel | Full lockup with a tagline stays legible. |
| 6"–8" | Jacket back, hoodie back, banner patches | Detailed crests, rockers, and multi-line text. |
| 10"–12" | Full jacket back panel | Anything. Stitch counts get high, so quantity pricing matters more here. |
Patches on hats
A patch on a cap wears differently than direct embroidery. The patch is stitched flat to the front panel, so the artwork keeps its shape on a soft crown and you can run the same patch across trucker, rope, and unstructured styles without re-digitizing for each fabric.
- Trucker caps — a 3" merrowed patch centered on the structured front is the most-ordered combination in the shop.
- Rope and foam-front hats — go slightly larger, up to 3.5", since the tall front panel makes a small patch look lost.
- Unstructured dad hats — keep it to 2.5" and use a flatter border so the patch moves with the soft crown.
- Beanies — rectangles on the cuff only; the knit will not hold a large or complex shape flat.
Artwork and digitizing
Send your files
Vector art is ideal (AI, EPS, SVG, PDF); a high-resolution PNG works as well. Include thread or brand colors you need matched, plus the finished patch size.
We digitize it
Your logo is rebuilt as stitch paths with the right underlay, density, and edge treatment for a patch. One-time step per design, reused on every reorder.
Size drives detail
A 3-inch patch holds far more than a 2-inch one. We'll tell you where text or fine lines will close up and either scale the patch or simplify the detail before running it.
Embroidered patch or leather patch?
An embroidered patch carries color and thread texture, holds a hard edge, and works on any garment. It's the right call for multi-color logos, crests, and anything too detailed to stitch directly into a cap panel.
A laser-engraved leather patch is a single-tone, rustic look with crisp fine detail — a different aesthetic on the same hats. Direct embroidery skips the patch entirely and is the cleanest finish for simple wordmarks.
Bulk patches for businesses, teams and uniform programs
Company uniforms, crew and service patches, church and school groups, clubs, tournaments, and event merch. Every patch is stitched in our East Tennessee shop and shipped anywhere in the U.S. For repeat orders, include your previous design reference and any changes to the specifications. Tell us the size, shape, backing, and quantity and we'll come back with a firm number and a date.
Request a bulk patch quoteCommon questions
Do you ship patches nationwide?
Yes. We make patches here in East Tennessee and ship them anywhere in the United States — all 50 states. Include your delivery city, state and ZIP code with your request so shipping can be addressed in your quote.
Where are your patches made?
Our patches are made in East Tennessee and shipped to all 50 U.S. states. Share your specifications with us for a project-specific production and shipping plan.
Can you handle orders up to 100,000 patches?
Yes. D&D can accommodate large-volume patch orders up to 100,000 patches. Send your specifications, quantity and required arrival date so we can confirm pricing, production availability and timing for your project.
What should I include in a bulk patch quote request?
Include total quantity, quantity per design, finished width and height, backing, border preference, artwork, required arrival date and delivery ZIP code. Let us know whether you need loose patches or application to garments.
How are bulk and wholesale embroidered patches priced?
Pricing depends on quantity per design, finished dimensions, embroidery coverage, border, backing and artwork preparation, along with delivery requirements. Send the specifications for each design so we can quote the complete project; there is no single price that fits every patch order.
Can I request patches for resale or a multi-location uniform program?
Yes. Include whether the patches are for resale, employee uniforms, teams or another organization, plus quantities per design and delivery requirements. We can review bulk orders up to 100,000 patches, with availability and timing confirmed for your project.
How long will a large patch order take?
Timing is confirmed for each project based on artwork, patch specifications, quantity and the current production schedule. Include your required arrival date and delivery ZIP code; do not assume a standard turnaround or rush availability before we review the order.
What is a merrowed border?
It's the wrapped overlock stitch around the outside edge of a patch. It seals the twill so it can't fray and gives the patch its finished, raised outline. It suits circles, ovals, shields, and rectangles.
What backing options do you offer?
Sew-on (plain back), iron-on heat-seal for quick application on cotton and blends, and hook-and-loop for patches that need to come on and off. Tell us where the patch is going and we'll recommend one.
Is there a minimum order?
Minimum order quantities may apply. We're geared for large-scale production of 25 items or more; smaller requests may still be accommodated based on our current production schedule and at the owner's discretion.
What artwork do you need?
Vector art (AI, EPS, SVG, PDF) is best; a high-resolution PNG works too. We digitize your logo into stitch paths before production and simplify anything that won't hold at patch size.
How small can the text be?
Thread has a physical limit. Very thin lines and tiny lettering close up when stitched, so we either scale the patch up or rebuild the detail. We'll flag it before anything runs.
Can you sew the patches onto hats or garments?
Yes. We can ship loose patches, or apply them to caps, jackets, shirts, and bags as part of the same order.
Service areas
Custom Embroidery across East Tennessee
We produce in Jefferson City and Johnson City and ship or deliver throughout the region. Pick your town for local details, turnaround, and pickup options.
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