The Patches4Less Blog

How To Wear Custom Patches On Jackets

Before you put a back patch on your jacket, know the difference between a riding club and a motorcycle club. Here's how rockers and center patches work and the rules to respect.

Jun 18, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Top It Off With Custom Hat Patches

From ball games to farm stores, hats go everywhere, which makes them great for your logo. See how custom hat patches promote a brand, organization or message in style.

Jun 16, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Custom Patches For Martial Arts

The patch is often the focal point of a martial arts gi. Learn why woven patches handle fine detail best, when embroidered or PVC makes sense, and which backing to choose.

Jun 5, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Tradition of Artistry: The History of Custom Sew On Patches

Embroidered patches were once hand-stitched luxuries only the wealthy could afford. Follow how Heilmann's and Grobli's machines turned them into military, sports and streetwear staples.

Jun 4, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Patriotic Patches For Commemorating The Holidays

Flags and eagles make a strong start for a patch honoring service members and veterans. Get tips on patch type, shape and color for Independence Day, Memorial Day and Veterans Day.

May 28, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Collecting Custom Embroidered Patches

Police and fire departments trade them, Scouts swap them at Trade-O-Rees, and NASA has issued one for every mission since 1965. Here's why patch collecting has such a following.

May 27, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Rock Your Merch: Custom Patches, The Game-Changer for Your Band's Swag!

With tours cancelled, merch is still where bands make real money. Learn which patch styles, borders and threads fit indie, metal and EDM fans, and why patches beat another t-shirt.

May 12, 2020 · Calder Dougherty

Say It With Style With A Custom Hat Patch

Hats have turned into billboards for team logos, slogans and political views. Learn what goes into a quality custom hat patch and how to make yours say exactly what you want.

Mar 30, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Traditional Patches & Merit Badges

Merit badges follow strict size and shape rules, while traditional patches can take almost any form. Here's how the two compare and what that means for your design.

Mar 23, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Patches For Sports & Team Logos

NBA gold championship patches, NFL captain "C" patches and hockey crests all tell a story. Here's how patches show team identity and fan loyalty across the major sports.

Mar 2, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Customize Your Patches With Custom Shapes

A dog-shaped patch for a grooming business sticks in customers' minds far longer than a plain circle. Learn how custom shape patches help your brand stand apart from competitors.

Feb 18, 2020 · Jesse Daugherty

Customer Profile: Brandon Swain, Brindle Beagle

Brandon Swain of Brindle Beagle, a film and TV lighting rental company, found Patches4Less through our Walking Dead patches. Here's why he keeps ordering hats, shirts and patches.

Feb 13, 2020 · Rick Cundiff