Sublimation Patches
Create your Artwork Instantly
- Easily create your artwork using only text and your imagination
- Add a logo or design element to your artwork if you desire
Fast Approval Process
- Receive your Digital Proof within 1 business day.
- If selected, receive your Sample Photo within 5 business days of approving your digital proof.
- After all approvals are complete, see your Ship Date in your customer account.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much do sublimation patches cost?
Pricing is comparable to embroidered patches, starting at 5 pieces, with live pricing on the product page. No color-count constraint means your design freedom doesn't cost extra, so for complex artwork that won't simplify to embroidery, sublimation is the right call at a similar price. Configure your size and see live pricing.
Q: What's the minimum order for sublimation patches?
Just 5 pieces, perfect for a test run or small drop before scaling. Order a 5-piece sublimation sample with your full-color artwork to confirm quality, with no setup fees and a free proof.
Q: How do I apply sublimated patches with an iron on backing?
Position your hat or garment onto your heat press or flat ironing surface. Then position the patch and cover with a small swatch of parchment paper or cotton fabric. Press firmly at 325°F (medium heat for home iron) for 25 seconds then let cool completely. While iron on application is permanent, you always have the option of sewing the patch down as well.
Q: Can I get a patch made from a photograph, album art, or full-color illustration that embroidery can't reproduce?
Yes. Sublimated patches reproduce photographs, album art, gradients, and complex full-color illustration that embroidery can't, by dye-infusing your design into the polyester patch fabric. It's the no-limit patch format for creative and merch-drop designs: if it looks great on screen, it renders faithfully at patch scale, and it stays color-fast. They start at just 5 pieces. Upload your artwork for a free digital proof.
Q: What designs work best as sublimation patches?
Photo portraits, album covers, digital illustrations, collab artwork, and complex multi-element graphics, designs embroidery simply can't do. Sublimation is the no-limit patch format for creative designs, with no thread-color cap (where embroidery includes up to 8 colors, 12 on quote). If it lives in Photoshop or includes a photograph. This is the format. Upload your artwork for a free proof.
Q: What edge types and backing options are available for sublimation patches?
The vast majority of custom patch orders spec a merrow border (classic stitched edge), but laser-cut edges for a flat patch with no raised border or complex shapes is also available.
Q: How wash-durable are sublimation patches?
Very durable, and color-fast. Dye-sublimation infuses the dye into the polyester fiber itself, so the patch won't fade or bleed in the wash and the color can't crack or peel. It carries the same durability as any high-quality sublimation print through repeated washing.
Q: Can sublimation patches reproduce fine text?
Yes. Sublimation handles fine text cleanly: URLs, social handles, and copyright lines all reproduce at patch scale, down to about 6-8pt, where embroidery would lose that detail at small sizes. That makes sublimation the better choice for detailed text or fine print.
Q: What printing method is used for sublimation patches?
Dye-sublimation CMYK, color bonded into the polyester fiber permanently, not a surface print. It's the same process behind high-quality sports-jersey printing, infusing color into the fabric at high temperature for vivid, wash-fast, crisp results that can't crack, fade, or peel. The color becomes part of the fabric.
Complex Artwork? Not a problem with Sublimated Patches
Sublimated patches are created by employing a dye sublimation printing process. Your design is printed using specialty inks, which are then transferred onto the fabric of the patch. This method ensures the ink never fades or bleeds, maintaining the vibrant quality of your design. Since this process is done digitally, we can achieve the highest quality and detail for a custom patch. Sublimated patches offer the same customization options as our woven patches, so you can rest assured that you will not miss out on any choices.
Custom Sublimated Patches: Bringing Your Vision to Life
Dye Sublimation printed patches offer a new level of creativity and customization in branding, providing the highest detail in patch production. This technology is perfect for intricate designs, ensuring precise and clear graphics. It stands out for its color accuracy, offering vivid, long-lasting hues. Dye Sublimation is ideal for those seeking detailed and vibrant custom patches.
Versions & Sublimated Patches
Customize your sublimated patch with the ability to add versions. A ‘version’ is a minor modification or variation in your artwork. Changes in colors fall under the version category as well as small text changes (ie. personalized names). Please note that any significant changes to the artwork or design, such as changing shapes, or size of the patch, do not fall under ‘versions’ and must be processed as separate orders. We charge a flat fee of $25 for each version change.
Unmatched Color Accuracy
Dye sublimation printing delivers extremely accurate and vibrant colors that won't dull or fade with washing. This printing method ensures vivid, lifelike colors. It accurately reproduces every color shade, enabling the creation of detailed and complex designs with exceptional precision. Both businesses and individuals can use this printing for patches, which maintain their bright colors and clarity over time.
Backing Options
Choose from a variety of backing options, including plastic, iron-on, peel & stick, and hook & loop, each providing unique benefits for your sublimated patches.Plastic Backing:
- Standard backing gives structure and rigidity to the patch.
- Thin, flexible plastic is lightweight .
- Requires sewing for application.
Iron-On Backing:
- Easy Application
- Heat-activated adhesive that fuses the patch to the hat or garment.
- Can be applied using a heat press or home iron.
Peel & Stick Backing
- Specialized strong adhesive.
- Helps hold patches in place for sewing.
- Patches with Peel & Stick backing can serve as unique stickers!
Hook & Loop Backing
Popular among military, law enforcement, and other uniformed personnel, this backing is highly sought after for its durability and versatility.
Hook Side Only
▪ Exclusive hook side (rough part) attachment
▪ Securely sewn onto the p tch
▪ Ensures strong attachment
▪ Resists detachment during frequent use
▪ Ideal for use when already having loop side (soft part)
Hook and Loop (Both Sides):
▪ Includes both hook and loop sides
▪ Hook side securely attached to the patch
▪ Receive pre-cut loop side
Mixing Sublimation Printing and Embroidery
Combining sublimation printing with embroidery introduces a realm of creative possibilities, prominently displayed in the innovative approach of dual-process patches. These patches utilize both dye-sublimation and embroidery processes to craft unique patches with an elevated feel. Initially, the desired artwork is printed onto the polyester patch backing, followed by embroidery to finalize the design and give a three-dimensional, textured look to the patch. The combination of these two techniques opens up a new frontier of customization, as the fabric backing acts as a canvas for intricate embroidery. This fusion not only expands design possibilities but also enhances the visual appeal and tactile richness of the patches, offering a truly distinctive and personalized option in the industry.
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