Logo Patches – Custom Woven and Printed Badges

Logo patches: a badge that stands out from afar

Patches are standalone textile badges that are sewn or bonded onto the outside of an item. While the inside label carries information, a logo patch is a visible mark of the brand, club or organisation. They are used on workwear and uniforms, sports kits, denim, jackets, caps, backpacks and bags, and also as souvenirs or promotional items.

Polkom makes custom patches in two main versions, woven and printed. We prepare the design, agree the colours and shape and make a sample before the production order.

Woven patches

Woven patches are made on jacquard looms on the same principle as woven labels: the logo is formed by interlacing coloured threads. The surface is flat and fine, and details stay crisp even with small lettering and thin lines. A woven patch is light and flexible and does not weigh down thin fabrics, so it suits shirts, T-shirts, sweatshirts and caps. The image does not fade in the wash because it is part of the fabric itself.

Printed patches

With printed patches the design is printed onto a smooth polyester or satin base. This reproduces gradients, photographic elements and a large number of colours that are hard to achieve by weaving. Printed patches are a good solution for complex logos, illustrations, themed event badges and limited runs.

Edge types

• Merrow border: a dense edge overlocked with thread around the perimeter. A classic look, suitable for round, oval and rectangular shapes.
• Laser cut: the edge is cut and sealed by laser exactly along the contour of the logo. Allows complex and non-standard shapes.
• Hot knife or ultrasonic: for straight, fray-free edges on rectangular patches.

Attachment

Sew-on

The most reliable method for items that are washed often – workwear, uniforms and children's clothing. The patch is sewn along the edge or the contour.

Heat-seal (iron-on)

The back is coated with a layer of heat-activated adhesive and the patch is applied with a press. Convenient for quick branding of finished items. For greater durability, heat-sealing can be combined with stitching.

Removable patches

For uniforms, tactical clothing and backpacks, the patch can be combined with hook and loop tape so it can be changed easily.

Shapes, sizes and applications

Patches have no standard shape: they can be round, shield-shaped, rectangular, shaped like a letter or cut to the outline of the logo. The size is matched to the placement: small badges for the collar, cap or pocket and larger patches for the back of a jacket. The most common applications are:

• workwear, uniforms and corporate teamwear;
• sports clubs, schools and organisations;
• denim, jackets and outerwear;
• caps, backpacks and bags;
• promotional and souvenir runs.

For denim and caps, a patch is often combined with leather labels for a richer brand look.

Why Polkom

• A Bulgarian company based in Sofia with over 30 years of experience as a manufacturer and supplier of accessories for fashion, furniture, footwear and bags.
• Production to your design and logo, with advice on technical details before sampling.
• Fast sampling, competitive prices and delivery across the EU.
• OEKO-TEX® certification is available for all Polkom products, and recycled versions are offered on request (Polkom holds GRS certification).

How to order patches

Send us your logo, the sizes you want, the patch type, the edge and the attachment method. You will receive a quote and a sample, and after approval the order goes into production. Minimum quantities depend on the item, so send an enquiry via our contact page.