Premium Custom Patches Designed in Los Angeles

From concept to cloth. We create high-quality embroidered, PVC, and woven patches for brands, departments, and organizations. Fast turnaround & free US shipping.

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Bulk production run of custom patches on an industrial embroidery machine in Los Angeles.

Recent Projects

From high-detail metallic stitching to tactical glow-in-the-dark gear, our machines are running 24/7. We just wrapped a prestige metallic crest for a private club, prototyped vibrant 3D rubber wings for a streetwear drop, and are currently finishing a 1,000-unit factory run for a corporate rebrand. No matter the complexity, we engineer it to last.

  • Luxury custom embroidered crest featuring an eagle design with high-detail gold metallic thread on black fabric.
    Metallic Thread Embroidery
  • Custom PVC patch featuring a wolf design with glow-in-the-dark green luminescence for night visibility.
    Tactical Glow-in-the-Dark
  • Vibrant blue custom PVC patch with 3D raised wings, held in hand to show durable rubber texture.
    3D Molded PVC Patch
  • A large manufacturing run of black and white custom embroidered patches stacked in our Los Angeles factory.
    High-Volume Production

We Don’t Just Glue Thread Together

Look, you’re standing right here in the shop. Hear that low hum? That’s twenty heads of Barudan steel running at 1,000 stitches per minute. We don’t just glue thread together here. We build hardware for your uniform.

When you hold one of our patches, you feel the difference immediately. It has weight. It’s stiff. Run your thumb over the embroidery, it’s tight. We use high-tensile polyester thread that fights back. It doesn’t fray when you drag it against equipment, and it doesn’t bleed when you wash it. You want a patch that outlasts the jacket it’s sewn onto? That’s what we’re running on these machines right now.

A high-quality custom embroidered patch of a purple potion bottle held up to show detail, with our Los Angeles embroidery shop in the background.

Our Custom Patch Services

Most online shops are just middlemen passing around a JPEG. I’m the guy fixing the tension on the bobbin case. Here’s the reality of what we run on the floor:

A circular black custom embroidered patch featuring pink and blue angel wings and the text 'FREE SPIRIT' in gold thread.

Embroidered Patches

The workhorse. We layer the thread to give it a 3D lift. It catches the light.

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Intricately detailed custom PVC morale patch for HMS Anson featuring a purple octopus monster and submarine design.

PVC / Rubber Patches

Essential for the guys working the Port or outdoor security. It’s soft rubber. Water hits it and rolls off. Grit doesn’t stick. You can hose it down.

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Stack of navy blue custom woven clothing labels with white 'Metadata' branding and a colorful grid icon for apparel branding.

Woven Labels

Embroidery uses thick thread. Woven uses thin filaments. If you have tiny text, like a security badge number or a complex family crest, we weave it tight. It’s flat and legible.

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Hexagonal debossed custom leather patch for Smokey’s Holsters featuring a star icon and rugged stitching for gun accessories.

Leather Patches

Real leather or high-grade faux. We laser-etch or deboss it. Popular with the denim heads in the Fashion District.

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high-quality blue chenille varsity patch in the shape of the interlocking LA logo, featuring a fuzzy 3D texture and a black embroidered border.

Chenille Patches

Get that retro varsity feel. Thick, fuzzy looped thread adds 3D texture. Best for big letters and simple shapes.

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Rectangular custom printed patch featuring a vintage Los Angeles postcard illustration of City Hall and palm trees.

Printed Patches

For photographs or complex gradients. We dye the image into the fabric. Infinite colors, sharp detail, and a stitched border.

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Serving Los Angeles Industries

We know the specs because we’ve been hitting them for two decades.

Film & TV Production

IATSE customers don’t have time for mistakes. We use matte threads that don’t flare up under studio lights. We hit the continuity specs every single time.

Fashion & Streetwear

Downtown LA brands need texture. A flat patch looks cheap on a heavyweight hoodie. We crank up the thread count so the logo jumps off the fabric.

Uniforms & Security

Security guards and Logistics teams near Long Beach need visibility and toughness. We use high-vis threads and reinforced merrowed borders that won’t unravel after a month of friction.

Technical Trilogy: The Details That Matter

The Border
You usually want a Merrowed Edge. That’s that thick, overlock stitching that wraps around the side. It seals the raw fabric so it can’t fray. If you have a weird, jagged shape, we use a Hot Cut, where a laser burns the edge sealed.
The Backing
Hard Buckram gives it structure so it doesn’t wrinkle. Plastic backing adds stiffness and durability for heavy use.
The Attachment
Hook-and-Loop (Velcro style) is standard for tactical gear. Heat Seal (Iron-on) is fast, but listen to me—sewing is the only truly permanent solution.

Why LA Businesses Choose Us?

Rush Delivery to Los Angeles

Hollywood runs on tight schedules. If a showrunner decides the uniforms need a new logo by Friday morning, you can’t wait for a shipment from overseas.

We’re local. We run split shifts. When the machines finish the run, we box it. You can send a courier to pick them up right off the dock, or we truck it over. No customs delays. No “stuck at the port” excuses.

Studio-Quality Artwork

Digitizing isn’t just clicking a button. It’s programming. I have to tell the machine where to sink the needle, how to pull the thread, and in what order to lay the colors.

Bad digitizing leaves gaps and breaks needles. We manually path every design. We adjust for the fabric pull. Your logo will look exactly like your art file, just made of thread.

Factory Direct Pricing

I’m looking at the machines right now. You’re dealing with the shop floor, not a marketing agency in a high-rise.

You aren’t paying for a broker’s commission. You pay for materials, machine time, and the operator’s wage. That’s it.

3 Easy Steps to Custom Patches

  1. 1

    Send Your Art

    Don’t overthink it. Send us what you have. Vector files (.AI or .EPS) are best because they scale without pixelating.

    If you only have a napkin sketch or a JPEG, send it. We’ll clean it up.

  2. 2

    Digital Proof

    We don’t guess. We send you a digital mock-up. You see the stitch direction, the thread colors, and the border sizing.

    You approve it, or we tweak it. We don’t cut a single thread until you say “Go.”

  3. 3

    Production & Ship

    Once you approve, I load the file into the Barudans. We hoop the fabric, run the job, trim the excess, and pack it.

    It goes out the door immediately.

What L.A. Business Owners Say

We don’t pay for reviews. We earn them on the embroidery floor. Scroll to see what local partners think of our work.

EMBROIDERED
★★★★★
“We tried three other shops before this, and the gold metallic thread always looked cheap or frayed at the edges. You guys nailed the density. The crest actually looks heavy and expensive. The detail on the feathers is crazy.”
J

James C.

Director of Operations, Beverly Hills
PVC / GLOW
★★★★★
“I was skeptical about how bright the glow would actually be, but these things pop. The rubber is tough, too. We took the gear out for a field test in the desert last week, dragged it through grit, and the patches didn’t peel or crack. Solid kit.”
M

Marcus R.

Team Lead, Private Security Firm
3D PVC
★★★★★
“The 3D effect on these wings is insane. It adds so much value to the hoodie compared to a flat print. Usually, PVC feels kind of plastic and cheap, but this feels premium and soft. We sold out the drop in 24 hours.”
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Leo T.

Creative Director, LA Streetwear Brand
BULK PRODUCTION
★★★★★
“We needed 5,000 units for a company-wide rebrand, and I couldn’t risk a customs delay from overseas. Being able to send a courier to pick these up in Torrance saved my life. Delivered two days early, and I haven’t found a single loose thread yet.”
S

Sarah J.

Procurement Manager, Logistics Co.
CHENILLE
★★★★★
“Getting that authentic varsity letterman look is harder than it seems. Most online shops send you something that looks flat. These guys got the ‘fuzz’ and the height right. It looks vintage but feels brand new. Perfect for our costume department.”
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Elena D.

Costume Designer, Indie Production
WOVEN LABELS
★★★★★
“Our logo has a tiny grid pattern that always turned into a blob when we tried to embroider it. The team suggested switching to Woven Labels instead. Total game changer. Crisp lines, readable text, and laying flat on the hem without scratching.”
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David K.

Founder, Tech Apparel Startup

Get In Touch

Need a quote? Don’t guess. Send us the art and the quantity. We’ll tell you exactly what it takes to get it done.

Call the shop or drop the file in the form. Let’s get the machines running.

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A collection of vibrant custom 3D PVC rubber patches featuring high-detail molded designs, showcasing the durable texture and layered colors of our Los Angeles manufactured gear.

Wholesale & Bulk Production

Here is how the math works. The expensive part of embroidery is the setup—digitizing the file and setting up the machine heads.

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Order 10 Patches

You pay that setup cost across just 10 units.
Expensive.

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Order 1,000 Patches

The setup cost disappears. The machine just keeps running. The price per patch drops like a stone.

Bigger quantity, lower unit price. Simple.

Manufacturing Specs & Glossary

Embroidery Thread Tech (Poly vs. Rayon) +
We utilize 100% High-Tenacity Polyester thread for 95% of our tactical orders. Unlike Rayon, which offers a higher sheen but lower tensile strength, Polyester is resistant to chlorine bleach, UV fading, and saltwater corrosion. It maintains structural integrity even after repeated industrial laundering.
The Physics of PVC Molds +
Our PVC manufacturing relies on CNC (Computer Numerical Control) milling. We carve your design into a raw block of aluminum to create a negative cavity. Liquid Polyvinyl Chloride is then injected into these cavities layer by layer. The result is a monolithic, 3D-sculpted unit that is waterproof and heat-resistant up to 250°F.
Heat Seal vs. Sewing (Adhesion Metrics) +
Heat Seal (Iron-On): Uses a thermal-activated adhesive that bonds at 300°F. It provides a semi-permanent bond suitable for cotton/poly blends but is not recommended for nylons or waterproof gear.
Sewing (Mechanical Bond): The industry standard for permanence. We recommend a zig-zag stitch (width 2.5mm) for maximum edge retention on tactical vests and outerwear.
Digitizing & Master Files +
Standard vector files (.AI, .EPS, .PDF) are used for the visual proof. For production, these are converted into .DST (Tajima) files. This involves “punching” or manually plotting the x/y coordinates for every needle penetration. A typical 3-inch patch contains between 5,000 to 12,000 distinct stitch points.
California Prop 65 & Eco-Compliance +
Our rubber patches are formulated with non-toxic, phthalate-free flexible PVC. They are compliant with California Proposition 65 standards, ensuring they are free from lead, cadmium, and other restricted heavy metals. This makes them safe for retail distribution throughout the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Patches

What is the minimum order?

usually 50 pieces. Setting up a 15-needle machine for one patch implies downtime I can’t afford.

Can you match my brand colors?

Yes. We use the Pantone Matching System (PMS). You give me the code, I pull the specific spool of thread.

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Will the thread fade in the sun?

Not ours. We use polyester that is UV resistant. Essential for LA summers.

How small can text be?

Minimum 0.25 inches for embroidery. Any smaller, the needle hole is bigger than the letter. If you need tiny text, we switch you to Woven Labels.

Serving Greater Los Angeles

From the San Fernando Valley to the Port of Long Beach.

  • Downtown LA (DTLA)
  • Santa Monica
  • Hollywood
  • Burbank
  • Pasadena
  • Long Beach
  • Venice Beach
  • Culver City
  • West Hollywood
  • Beverly Hills
  • Glendale
  • Torrance
  • Inglewood
  • Compton
  • Malibu
  • Sherman Oaks
  • North Hollywood
  • Silver Lake
  • San Pedro
  • El Segundo