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Why We Don't Require a Minimum Order
Most custom patch companies require a minimum order — often 25, 50, or even 100 pieces — because their production process only makes financial sense at volume. We built our process differently, so most of our products have no minimum order at all. You can order a single patch if that’s genuinely what you need.
Why We Can Do This
Two things make this possible:
- No per-order setup cost we pass on to you. We never charge a digitizing or setup fee, on any order size. Since that cost isn’t being recovered by forcing a minimum quantity, we don’t need one.
- In-house production. Everything happens at our own 9,000 sq ft facility — embroidery, chenille, sublimation, leather, and finishing all under one roof. We’re not routing small orders through a third-party manufacturer with its own minimum requirements.
The tradeoff is straightforward and transparent: smaller orders cost more per piece, because fixed costs like digitizing and sampling are spread across fewer units. See our full pricing guide for exact numbers at every quantity.
Which Products Have No Minimum
The following can be ordered starting at a single piece:
- Embroidered Patches
- Chenille Patches
- PVC Patches
- Printed / Sublimated Patches
- Leather Patches
Products With a Minimum Order
A small number of products require a minimum due to production requirements specific to that process:
- Woven Patches — 10-piece minimum
- Croc Charms — 10-piece minimum
- Woven Labels — 50-piece minimum
These minimums exist because of the mold, loom setup, or material batch requirements specific to each process — not an arbitrary business decision.
Real Orders, Real Proof
This isn’t just a policy on paper. We’ve fulfilled orders as small as 14 patches, delivered within 10 days start to finish. If you need one patch or one thousand, the process — and the price you’re quoted — works the same way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions answers
A: A custom patch is a fabric, rubber, or printed emblem made to your own design, featuring your logo, text, or artwork. Custom patches are used on uniforms, jackets, hats, bags, and merchandise for branding, identification, team spirit, and personalisation. They can be embroidered, woven, printed, chenille, PVC, or leather, with backing options like iron-on, sew-on, or velcro.
A: No there is no minimum order at Custom Patch Smith. Whether you need 1 patch or 10,000, every order receives the same quality and care.
A: We offer custom embroidered, chenille, woven, PVC, printed (sublimation), leather, and applique patches, sequin patches plus custom keychains, lapel pins, challenge coins, and labels. Each type suits different designs and uses. Our team can help you choose the best option for your project.
A: Yes, Custom Patch Smith ships worldwide. Most domestic orders arrive within 14 days. Contact us for international shipping timeframes and rates.
A: We offer no minimum orders, no setup fees, free mock-ups in 24 hours, physical sample approval before bulk production, a 100% money-back guarantee, and price matching. Every patch is quality-checked before it ships.
A: We accept all common file formats including PDF, AI, EPS, PNG, and JPEG. Vector files (AI, EPS) give the cleanest results for detailed designs. If you don't have a design file, our team can create one from your concept for free.
A: Most orders are delivered within 14 days or less. You'll receive your free digital mock-up within 24 hours of submitting your request, and production begins once you approve both the mock-up and the physical sample.
A: Yes, Our design team will help bring your idea to life at no charge for standard artwork. If your concept requires complex illustration work from scratch, we'll let you know upfront. Simply share your idea when requesting your free quote.
A: Pricing depends on the patch type, size, and quantity. As an example, embroidered patches start from $0.80 each and printed patches from $0.60 each (based on 1,000 pieces at 2 inches). The larger the order, the lower the per-patch price. Request a free quote for your exact pricing.
A: Each material has unique benefits. Embroidered patches offer classic texture at affordable cost, great for sports teams and fashion. Woven patches handle fine details perfectly, ideal for band logos and complex designs. PVC patches are waterproof and durable for outdoor use. Chenille has a luxury fuzzy feel for a premium look. EMBROIDERED: thread stitched onto twill, classic look, 2 to 4 inches ideal, from $0.91 per piece at 2x2 inches and 1,000 pieces. WOVEN: ultra-thin threads woven together, photo-like clarity, any size, from $1.54 per piece at 2x2 inches and 1,000 pieces. PVC: waterproof rubber, 3D effects, outdoor durable, from $1.40 per piece at 2x2 inches and 1,000 pieces. CHENILLE: fuzzy varsity look, raised felt backing, from $1.30 per piece at 2x2 inches and 1,000 pieces. Smaller orders cost more per piece. Tell us your design and we will recommend the best option.
A: 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: If your delivered order is less than perfect or differs from the approved mockup, contact us within 10 calendar days of delivery and choose a remake or a full refund — we pay the remedy and related shipping. COVERED: manufacturing defects (stitching, backing), color mismatches (if not approved in mockup), design clarity issues, damaged patches on arrival. Our 5-point quality inspection covers stitching check, color verification, backing integrity, size accuracy, and overall appearance.
A: Absolutely, Our process has two approval stages. First, we send you a free digital mock-up within 24 hours for your approval. Once you're happy with the design, we produce a physical sample patch and share photos of it with you before we proceed to bulk production. We don't make a single bulk patch until you've approved both the digital mock-up and the sample.
A: No, there are absolutely no setup fees at Custom Patch Smith. No hidden charges, ever. What you see is what you pay.
A: It depends on your design. For small or highly detailed logos with fine lines, woven, PVC, or printed patches give the best results. For bolder, larger designs, embroidered or chenille patches are excellent choices. Not sure? Chat with our expert and we'll recommend the best option for your specific logo free of charge.
A: Iron-on patches adhere well to most fabrics including cotton, polyester, denim, and jersey. They do not work on waterproof or coated materials like windbreakers and raincoats, or on leather for those, sew-on backing is recommended. On compatible fabrics, iron-on patches last through 30–50 machine wash cycles or more.
Step 1: Submit your design (instant). Step 2: We create a digital mockup (1-2 days). Step 3: You review and request changes. Step 4: Unlimited free revisions until you approve. Step 5: Payment and production starts immediately. Step 6: We ship with tracking and care instructions. We don't move to production until you say YES.
A: We have production facilities in Mexico, Pakistan, and China. Depending on our current workload and production capacity, your patches will be produced at the facility best suited for your order and shipped directly to your provided address. This helps us keep production efficient and delivery smooth.