Personalise Your Goods With Custom Embroidered Patches

Create a detailed embroidered patch that captures the essence of your brand. Using advanced embroidery techniques, these patches highlight every intricate detail of your design. Their vibrant colours and rich texture make them an ideal choice for premium uniforms for Australian businesses, whether for security firms, police, firefighters, or other first responders.

Embroidered patches are also popular for schools, sports uniforms, motorcycle gear, band merchandise, and so much more!

Embroidered patches are extremely versatile for a range of different applications, from uniforms to fashion patches. Below are just some of the products embroidered patches can be attached to:

• Leather Goods
• Denim Jackets
• Caps & Hats
• Backpacks & Bags
• Sweatshirts & T-shirts
• Aprons
• Camping & Outdoor Equipment
• And much more!

Embroidered patches start with a base fabric, typically a solid-coloured twill weave. The background colour can be customised to your preference, and the design elements (such as text or logos) are embroidered onto this fabric. Depending on the design, the twill fabric may be fully or partially covered by embroidery.

The extent of embroidery coverage directly affects the cost—greater coverage results in a higher price for your custom patches.

Up to 50% coverage 

• Used often for text-only designs
• A lot of the base fabric is visible

75% coverage 

• Most patch designs fit here
• Between 50% - 75% of the twill is covered with embroidery

100% coverage 

• A thicker patch
• Between 75% - 100% of the twill is covered with embroidery, so the base fabric is barely or not at all visible

We offer five different options for applying patches to textiles:

• Sew-on – Our most popular option. You can sew the patch onto your garment. This way, you ensure that the patch is firmly attached to the garment.
• Iron-on – A heat-sensitive adhesive layer is added to the back of the patch during production. Use an iron or heat-press to attach the patch to the fabric. Quick and easy, but can be less long-lasting than sew-on.
• Single-sided Velcro – The hook/rough side of the Velcro is applied to the back of the patch. The patch can be directly attached to soft fabrics like felt, or any piece of loop/ soft side Velcro.
• Double-sided Velcro – The hook/rough side of the Velcro is applied to the back of the patch. Comes with a matching loop/soft side piece of Velcro in the shape of your patch, which is to be sewn onto your fabric.
• Stick-on – A self-adhesive backing for solid surfaces. Please note that this option is not suitable for textile applications.

Ordering your custom Embroidered Patches is straightforward with us!

• Embroidered patches can be produced in a huge range of sizes and shapes.
• Edges are finished to prevent fraying and increase durability. Choose between laser cut, embroidered, and merrow edge borders.
• Patches can contain up to 12 colours by default. Designs with more than 12 colours, will require a small surcharge.
• Artwork should be at least 300 dpi for best results. Our upload tool accepts various file types (JPG, PNG, PSD, PDF, etc.), however a vector file is preferred. Let us know if you need help with your design.

We understand that budget is an important factor. Here at Dutch Label Shop we have low minimums, so if you want to order just five patches, you can! Whether you are looking for a few unique patches or wanting to place a large order for schools, clubs or organisations we are happy to work with you to bring your customised designs to life. 

As soon as you have placed your order, we will begin on your patches! All artwork is first checked by our customer service team to make sure everything is in order. Once that is done then production on your labels, patches, and tags can begin. We aim to process all orders within 10-14 working days of ordering. Once production is complete your order will be sent via courier to your doorstep, right across Australia, New Zealand and worldwide

Our Embroidered Patches go far beyond just clothing! They're ideal for adding a personal touch to hats, bags, home decor, hiking gear, and so much more. With countless possibilities, each patch can be designed exactly as you envision and easily applied to a wide variety of surfaces.

While woven and embroidered patches are quite similar, there are a few key differences that may help you decide which is best for your design. Embroidered patches are made by stitching a design onto an existing fabric base, giving them a more textured and slightly thicker feel. In contrast, woven patches are created by weaving the entire design from scratch, resulting in a smoother surface where the text or logo cannot be felt.

This difference in production makes embroidered patches great for simple, bold designs that capture a retro or vintage feel, perfect for that classic, iconic look. Woven patches, on the other hand, are ideal for more complex and detailed designs, as they can capture finer elements better than embroidery. If your design uses more than 12 colours or contains gradients, a printed patch may be an even better option to ensure all the intricacies are preserved.