CUSTOM EMBROIDERED PATCHES NEW YORK

Custom Patches New York manufactures custom embroidered patches in New York for businesses, agencies, schools, and organizations across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, and the wider tri-state metro. Each locally produced patch features:

  • Polyester or rayon thread stitched onto twill backing
  • Merrow, hot-cut, or laser-cut border finishes
  • Nationwide shipping directly to your door
  • NO MINIMUMS Order 1 or 1000+
  • 7-10 DAY TURNAROUND Starts after approval.
  • FREE NY SHIPPING To 5 boroughs & USA.
  • FREE DIGITAL PROOFS Revisions until 100%.
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Collection of assorted embroidered clothing patches featuring various brand logos and outdoor designs on white background

Production At A Glance

Manufacturer:
Locally made in NY, shipped nationwide.
Service area:
All 5 NYC boroughs, tri-state metro, free shipping to all 50 states.
Minimum order:
No minimum, 1 piece or more accepted.
Production time:
7 to 10 business days after digital proof approval.
Quote turnaround:
Free quote returned within 1 hour, 2 hours maximum.
Starting price:
Approximately $2.50 per patch on orders of 50 or more pieces.
Included free:
Design proofs, digitizing, and shipping on every order.
Finish options:
100% embroidered, 50% embroidered, 3D puff, merrow/hot-cut/laser-cut borders.
Contact:
(917) 735-9139

Manufactured for New York.

Real embroidered patches built for the five boroughs. No stock photos. Here is what came off the embroidery line this week.

NYPD embroidered uniform patch
NYPD Precinct Unit 100% Embroidery | Merrowed Border
FDNY engine company maltese cross patch
FDNY Engine Co. 100% Embroidery | Sew-on Backing
3D Puff embroidered apparel patch
Brooklyn Apparel 3D Puff Embroidery | Iron-on Backing
Motorcycle club vest back patch
Staten Island MC Large Back Patch | Heavy Duty Twill

Types of Embroidered Patches

  • 100% embroidery patch featuring mountains pine trees stars and text The Mountains are Calling AND I MUST GO

    100% Embroidered Patches

    A 100% embroidered patch covers the entire twill base with thread, leaving no fabric exposed. This format produces the densest, most premium-looking patch and is the standard choice for police departments, fire services, and military units in New York where uniform regulations require full thread coverage.

  • Round 50% embroidery patch showing snowy mountains yellow sun green pine trees and EXPLORE MORE text

    50% Embroidered Patches

    A 50% embroidered patch covers approximately half of the twill base with thread, leaving the colored twill fabric visible as part of the design. This format reduces production cost by lowering thread count, which makes it the preferred option for high-quantity orders, promotional events, and bulk corporate giveaways across NYC.

  • Round 3D puff embroidery patch featuring white BP letters red lightning bolt and BUILT TO PERFORM text

    3D Puff Embroidered Patches

    A 3D puff embroidered patch uses a foam insert beneath the thread to create a raised, sculpted surface that stands out from the patch base. The 3D format is popular with NYC sports teams, motorcycle clubs, and snapback hat brands. For raised-effect designs, see our dedicated 3D embroidered patches page.

Backing Options for Custom Embroidered Patches in NYC

Every custom embroidered patch from Custom Patches New York is finished with a backing chosen by the client. The backing determines how the patch attaches to the garment or gear.

  • Square mountain trail embroidered patch with a peeled corner showing a shiny smooth iron on backing

    Iron-On Backing

    Iron-on backing applies a heat-activated adhesive to the patch reverse, which bonds to fabric with a standard household iron.

    Used On
    Hats, t-shirts, and casual apparel for NYC schools, businesses, and event organizers.
  • Geometric embroidered patch showing a plain fabric back indicating a traditional sew on backing

    Sew-On Backing

    Sew-on backing leaves the patch reverse plain so the patch can be stitched directly to the garment.

    Used On
    NYPD-style, FDNY-style, and military uniform patches that must survive years of heavy use. Sew-on remains the most durable backing.
  • Black rectangular embroidered name patch with white text Alicia showing black hook and loop velcro backing

    Velcro Hook-and-Loop Backing

    Velcro backing attaches a hook or loop strip to the patch reverse, allowing the patch to be removed and swapped.

    Used On
    Tactical gear, plate carriers, and morale patches used by NYC first responders and security professionals.
  • Back of a round patch with a white paper liner peeled back showing sticky adhesive backing

    Peel-and-Stick Adhesive Backing

    Peel-and-stick backing applies a pressure-sensitive adhesive for temporary display on events, conferences, or trade shows in Manhattan and Midtown.

  • Round mountain and night sky embroidered patch featuring a small top loop for button attachment

    Button Loop Backing

    Button loop backing adds a fabric loop to the patch reverse, allowing the patch to hang from lanyards, bag clips, and zipper pulls.

Border Options For Custom Embroidered Patches

  • Close up of round white embroidery patch demonstrating a thick red merrow border

    Merrow border

    A classic rolled stitched edge.

    Used On
    round, oval, and rectangular patches.
  • Shield shaped summit patch emphasizing a smooth clean hot cut border with no overlock stitching

    Hot-cut border

    A sealed, sharp custom-shaped edge.

    Used On
    irregular shapes and logos.
  • Round navy wildpeak patch highlighting a smooth and clean laser cut border finish without overlock stitching

    Laser-cut border

    A precision-cut edge.

    Used On
    highly intricate or non-symmetrical designs.

Verified NYC Client Feedback

What Our NYC Clients Are Saying

Real orders from NYPD precincts, FDNY houses, Garment District labels, Broadway productions, Wall Street firms, and New York construction crews. Every review below comes from a verified Custom Patches New York customer who paid, approved a free digital proof, and received free shipping inside the 7–10 business day window.

  1. Embroidered + Velcro

    Our precinct fraternal society ordered 120 embroidered patches with hook-and-loop backing for the annual Upper East Side charity ride. The first proof landed inside 18 hours. The merrow border held tight after a full season on duty bags, and the reorder this spring took one email.

    Officer Daniel R. NYPD Precinct Fraternal Society (member, personal capacity) Manhattan
  2. Embroidered + Iron-On

    Our association commissioned 200 memorial patches for a brother we lost from a Queens ladder company. CPNY matched the original 1978 helmet-shield colors on the first proof, no back-and-forth. The patches shipped to our Astoria hall nine business days after approval, free of charge.

    Frank M. FDNY Retiree Association Coordinator Astoria, Queens
  3. Woven Patches

    We needed 500 woven labels with 1mm text legibility for our SS26 capsule, sourced inside New York for the supply-chain copy on the hangtag. CPNY delivered approved samples in 24 hours and finished the full run in 10 business days. The Pantone 186C match was exact on the first weave.

    Renée O. Founder, Independent Streetwear Label Bushwick, Brooklyn
  4. Chenille Patches

    Our wardrobe department needed 32 unique varsity-style chenille patches for a 1950s revival running on 47th Street. The set-dressing budget couldn’t absorb a 50-piece minimum from other vendors. CPNY produced all 32 as a single run and delivered to the stage door inside two weeks.

    Maris L. Wardrobe Supervisor, Broadway Musical Revival Theater District, Manhattan
  5. Leather Patches

    Our partners commissioned 80 debossed leather patches as year-end client gifts for our institutional accounts. The vegetable-tanned hide and gold-foil specifications came back exact on the first proof. CPNY delivered to our Lexington Avenue office a full week before the holiday cutoff.

    David K. Director of Marketing, Private Wealth Advisory Firm Midtown Manhattan
  6. PVC + Velcro

    We outfit a 40-person field crew rotating between Brooklyn and Queens job sites. CPNY produced 120 PVC patches with velcro backing that survived a New York winter — abrasion, salt, and weekly wash cycles. The reorder lead time stays at 10 business days, order after order.

    Marcus T. Operations Manager, Commercial Construction Firm Long Island City, Queens

How Much Do Custom Embroidered Patches Cost?

Embroidered patches start at approximately $2.50 per patch for orders of 50 pieces or more.

We don’t use generic, flat-rate pricing tables. Why? Because a simple 2-inch text logo takes significantly less machine time than a highly detailed, 4-inch police crest. Flat rates force simple designs to subsidize complex ones. We calculate your cost based on actual manufacturing metrics so you never overpay.

Your exact unit price is driven by four factors:

Size:
Overall dimensions of your artwork.
Coverage:
50%, 75%, or 100% thread density.
Quantity:
Higher volume spreads out the setup cost, dropping your unit price.
Materials:
Upgrades like Velcro or metallic thread.

Stop Guessing. Get Hard Numbers.

Send us your artwork, dimensions, and quantity. We will calculate the exact stitch count and return a firm, factory-direct quote within one hour. No hidden fees. No setup charges.

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How to Order Embroidered Patches

  1. 1. Submit Your Logo or Design

    Send your logo or sketch in AI, EPS, PNG, JPG, or PDF format through our quote form, by email, or by phone at (917) 735-9139. Free digitizing converts your file into an embroidery-ready stitch file at no charge.

  2. 2. Approve Your Free Digital Proof

    Receive a free digital proof within 24 hours. Request unlimited revisions until the proof matches your vision exactly. Production does not start until you approve.

  3. 3. Production Begins (7 to 10 Business Days)

    Once approved, your custom embroidered patches enter production at our New York facility. Standard production takes 7 to 10 business days. Rush options are available on request.

  4. 4. Free Shipping, Tracked Nationwide

    Completed orders ship free via USPS, UPS, or FedEx, with full tracking included. Local NYC pickup is available on request.

Why Order Embroidered Patches From a New York-Based Manufacturer

Ordering embroidered patches from a New York-based manufacturer gives the client direct access to the production team, US business-hour communication, and faster reorder cycles. We operate from a real NYC address, accept US payment methods, comply with FTC “Made in USA” qualifying language for goods manufactured in New York, and follow CPSIA safety requirements for children’s products. Local manufacturing also removes the customs delays, time-zone communication gaps, and quality control risks associated with overseas drop-shipping.

Local New York Manufacturer vs. Overseas Drop-Shipper

Factor Custom Patches New York Overseas Drop-Shipper
Manufacturing location New York Asia
Quote turnaround 1 hour 24 to 72 hours
Production time 7 to 10 days 3 to 6 weeks
Shipping Free, tracked, nationwide Often paid, international transit
Communication US business hours, direct Time-zone gap, layered
Quality control In-house Remote, hard to verify
Reorder consistency High, same production line Variable, batches differ
Compliance FTC, CPSIA, NY State labor Unverified

Industries We Serve

Industries We Serve Across New York

  • NYPD-Area Police City of New York uniform shoulder patch displaying the Statue of Liberty and city skyline

    Law Enforcement in New York

    Embroidered patches for police departments in New York are produced to standard duty uniform specifications, with full thread coverage, merrow borders, and sew-on backing. Custom Patches New York manufactures patches for individual officers, units, and supporters of law enforcement throughout the five boroughs and the surrounding metro area.

  • FDNY-Area Red Fire Dept embroidered patch shaped like a Maltese cross showing a helmet ladder and fire hydrant

    Fire and Rescue Services in NYC

    Embroidered patches for firefighters in NYC and the surrounding metro area follow the same heavy-duty specifications as law enforcement, with high-density polyester thread that withstands repeated washing and exposure to heat and water.

  • Tri-State Green and black Special Forces tactical patch with crossed arrows a dagger and De Oppresso Liber motto

    Military and Veterans

    Embroidered patches for military units, veteran groups, and reunion events are produced with bullion-grade detail when requested. Veterans organizations across the tri-state area use embroidered patches for unit reunions, memorial events, and challenge-coin-style commemorative pieces.

  • NYC Schools Large navy blue and white chenille letter H patch sewn onto a classic varsity jacket

    Schools, Universities, and Sports Teams

    Embroidered patches for NYC schools, universities, and youth sports teams include letterman jacket emblems, varsity crest patches, mascot designs, and team uniform patches. CPSIA-compliant manufacturing is available for products designed for children under 12.

  • All 5 Boroughs Iron Legion New York motorcycle club back patch featuring a winged skull wearing a helmet on a leather vest

    Motorcycle Clubs

    Embroidered patches for motorcycle clubs across the boroughs include back patches, rocker patches, and side patches, produced with heavy thread density to survive long-distance riding and weather exposure.

  • NYC Businesses Embroidered rectangular patch on dark blue jacket featuring white NYC skyline silhouette and text reading NYC BUSINESSES

    Businesses and Uniforms

    Embroidered patches for NYC businesses serve the Garment District, Midtown corporate offices, Wall Street financial firms, restaurant uniforms, hotel staff, and construction crews. The embroidered format reinforces brand recognition on staff polos, jackets, hats, and aprons.

Why New York Businesses Choose Embroidered Patches

  • Durable Stitching Built for Daily Use

    Embroidered patches use dense polyester or rayon thread that resists fading, fraying, and washing damage. A standard embroidered patch withstands repeated machine washing, daily wear on uniforms, and exposure to weather, making it the preferred patch type for NYC first responders, sanitation crews, and service businesses that put uniforms through heavy use.

  • A Classic, Professional Look

    The raised thread surface of an embroidered patch produces a tactile, high-quality finish that flat printed or sublimated patches cannot replicate. New York agencies, prep schools, and corporate uniform programs select embroidered patches because the format communicates tradition, craftsmanship, and authority.

  • Versatile Across NYC Industries

    Embroidered patches apply to jackets, hats, polos, backpacks, duffels, and tactical gear. The same patch design transfers across an entire uniform program, which is why fire departments in the metro area, NYPD-adjacent units, motorcycle clubs in the boroughs, and Garment District fashion labels all standardize on embroidered patches for brand consistency.

  • Locally Manufactured, Shipped Nationwide

    Embroidered patches from Custom Patches New York are locally manufactured in New York and shipped nationwide. Local production means the client speaks directly with the production team, sees physical samples on request, and avoids the 4 to 6 week transit delays that overseas drop-shippers introduce.

Custom Embroidery Specifications

Thread Options

  • Standard

    Polyester thread

    Durable, colorfast, washable.

    Used On
    Uniforms and tactical gear.
  • Premium

    Rayon thread

    Higher sheen, premium feel.

    Used On
    Dress uniforms and corporate apparel.
  • Accent

    Metallic thread

    Gold or silver accent.

    Used On
    Bullion-style or commemorative patches.
  • Low-Light

    Glow-in-the-dark thread

    Visible in low light.

    Used On
    Emergency response and novelty patches.
  • Hi-Vis

    Neon thread

    High-visibility colors.

    Used On
    Safety and event patches.

Twill Backing Colors

Embroidered patches are produced on a colored twill base, with over 30 standard twill colors available. The twill color affects 50% embroidery designs significantly, since the exposed fabric becomes part of the visible artwork. View our complete Thread Color Chart for accurate Pantone-to-thread conversion.

30+ standard twill colors available

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I order embroidered patches with no minimum in New York?

    Yes. We accept orders of 1 or more pieces with no minimum quantity required. Pricing per patch decreases as order quantity increases, but small orders are always welcome.

  • How long does it take to make embroidered patches in NYC?

    Standard production takes 7 to 10 business days after the client approves the digital proof. Digital proofs are returned within 24 hours of receiving the design file. Rush production is available on request.

  • Are embroidered patches washable?

    Yes. Embroidered patches stitched with polyester thread are machine-washable up to 40°C (104°F) when sew-on or iron-on backing is used. Velcro-backed patches should be removed before washing the host garment.

  • What is the difference between embroidered and woven patches?

    Embroidered patches use raised thread stitched onto a twill base and produce a tactile, dimensional finish. Woven patches use thinner thread woven flat into the base and produce finer detail with less texture. View our [Custom Woven Patches] page for direct comparison.

  • Can you match my exact brand colors in embroidery thread?

    Yes. We match brand colors to standard embroidery thread using a Pantone-to-thread conversion chart. Most Pantone colors have a direct thread match, with the closest available match selected when an exact pairing is not possible.

  • How much do embroidered patches cost in New York?

    Embroidered patches start at approximately $2.50 per patch for orders of 50 pieces or more. Final pricing depends on size, embroidery coverage, thread count, and border type. Submit your design for an exact quote in one hour.

  • Do you offer iron-on backing for embroidered patches?

    Yes. Iron-on backing is one of five backing options available on every custom embroidered patch. View our [Iron-On Backing] page for application instructions.

  • Do you ship embroidered patches outside of New York?

    Yes. We ship embroidered patches free of charge nationwide via USPS, UPS, or FedEx, with full tracking included on every order.

  • Should I choose embroidered or woven patches for police uniforms in New York?

    Embroidered patches are the standard choice for police uniforms in New York because the dense polyester thread coverage produces the durable, raised, classic look required for duty wear. Woven patches use finer thread and produce flatter detail, which suits dress uniforms or commemorative pieces but is rarely specified for daily duty applications in NYC departments.

  • Are custom embroidered patches CPSIA compliant for children’s items in New York?

    Yes. We produce CPSIA-compliant embroidered patches for children’s apparel, scout uniforms, youth sports teams, and school programs across NYC. Compliant materials and third-party testing documentation are available on request for any patch designed for children under 12 years old.

  • What Are Embroidered Patches?

    Embroidered patches are textile badges stitched with colored thread onto a twill or felt base, finished with a fabric or laser-cut border, and applied to uniforms, jackets, hats, bags, and gear. The embroidered patch belongs to the broader category of custom patches, which also includes woven, PVC, leather, chenille, and printed patches. Embroidered patches are recognized for their raised thread texture, durability, and classic professional appearance, which is why they remain the most requested patch type for police departments, fire services, military units, schools, and businesses across New York City.

Order Custom Embroidered Patches in New York Today

Get a free quote on embroidered patches in one hour. Send your design through the quote form below, email a logo, or call (917) 735-9139 to speak with our New York production team directly.

Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, and the New York tri-state metro. Embroidered patches ship free nationwide.

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