The Patches4Less Blog

The History of Funny Patches

Patches started as repairs for worn clothes and later became military insignia. It took the hippies of the late 1960s to make them funny. Here's how that happened.

Dec 4, 2018 · Mark Anderson

The History of Tactical Patches

Tactical patches are a part of military and first responder uniforms around the world. What is it that makes these custom patch designs so universal?

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff

How to Order Custom Patches Online

Online patch companies can handle orders of any size at prices local shops struggle to match. Here's why ordering custom patches online makes sense and what to expect.

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff

Choosing the Right Custom Patch Attachment Method

Sew-on, iron-on or Velcro? The right patch attachment depends on whether you need it permanent, quick to apply or easy to swap. Here's how each method compares.

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff

The History of Military Patches

Civil War soldiers wore hand-sewn patches for identification. In World War I, the Army's 81st Infantry Division created what's known as the first shoulder sleeve insignia.

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff

Celebrate Holidays With Patriotic Patches

Planning patches for the Fourth of July, Memorial Day or Veterans Day? Get tips on choosing embroidered, woven or vinyl patches, custom shapes and colors for a patriotic design.

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff

The Best Custom Patches Come From Us!

Great patches take great art, top-grade thread and twill, modern embroidery machines and a final inspection. Here's how we handle each step of the process.

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff

Custom Iron-On Patches and Leather Don't Mix!

Planning to iron a patch onto a leather jacket? Don't. The heat can scorch leather and melt faux leather or nylon. Here's the safer way to attach custom patches.

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff

Far from Custom-Made Patches -- Royal School of Needlework

England's Royal School of Needlework teaches hand-crafted embroidery as it has been done for centuries.

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff

Baseball League Patches: A Part of the Uniform

Custom uniform patches are an official part of youth league baseball uniforms. Each league has its own specific patch to denote its players and to promote league identity.

Dec 4, 2018 · Rick Cundiff