Decoration options for your
custom cap

Explore embroidery styles, patch options, and specialty techniques to customize your cap.

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Embroidery Options

Available on the front panel unless otherwise noted. Choose from classic or dimensional embroidery styles.

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Flat Embroidery
Classic embroidery. Looks great on its own, or you can elevate your design by mixing it with another embroidery technique. This is available for side and back placement options.
3D Foam Embroidery
Adds depth to your design and looks great with flat embroidery.
3D Chain Stitch
Creates interlinked loops for a textured vintaged inspired puff look. Available in flat or 3D styles. Best shown on structured caps and sampled for accuracy.
3D Geo Braid Stitch
Stylized stitch brings dimension to chinky text. Great on structured caps. Available in flat or 3D styles. Best shown on structured caps and sampled for accuracy.
3D Contour Stitch
A stacked-stitch technique that creates subtle dimension to bold logos and simplified designs. Larger logos recommended.
Cross Stitch
Tiny X-shapes create a textured, hand crafted detail. Works best with simple icons or patterns. Add flat stitch to make details in artwork stand out. Available in flat embroidery only.

Patch Options

Available on the front panel unless otherwise noted. Choose from classic or dimensional embroidery styles.

Embroidered Fabric Patch
For simple graphics, and type no smaller than 0.25” high. Now available with 3D embroidery on patch design, edge is flat stitch.
Sublimated Patch
Complex and/or detailed graphics, and photo-realistic images.
Glitter Sublimated Patch
Sublimated patches with embedded glitter offer sparkle without flaking.
Genuine Leather Patch
Etched artwork available in Tan and Chocolate. For single color graphics.
Faux Leather Patch
Etched artwork available in Tan and Chocolate. For single color graphics.
Acrylic Patch
Acrylic patches use etched depth for layered color. They work best on structured caps. Available in 4 color options.
Glow-in-the-Dark Patch
This patch glows in the dark with a subtle putty-like finish with etched detail.
PV+
Premium look technique know for its flexibility and durability
FlexStyle Domed
Offers a shiny finish that creates a 3D effect, elevating brand logos or designs with a tactile experience. Available in both metallic and non- metallic finishes.
FlexStyle Flat
A subtle 3D effect that appears flat but adds dimension, available in metallic and non- metallic finishes for versatile branding.
Print Stitch
A hybrid patch technique blending full-color backgrounds with vibrant embroidery, adding texture and depth to designs with rich detail.
Embroidered Applique
High-quality embroidered appliques that resemble direct embroidery, featuring thin- stitched borders and customizable shapes, ideal for detailed logos and designs.
Chenille
Chenille patches, with their plush texture, evoke a classic varsity look, adding nostalgic sophistication to any design.
Heat Transfer
Heat transfers provide a sleek, durable alternative to sewing, using advanced adhesives for a secure, seamless finish on various cap styles.
Woven
Utilizing a tight interlaced weaving process, woven patches allow for intricate designs with a high level of detail, without the need for fabric backing.

Patch Edge Options

Choose from a wide range of patch types for a premium, textured look.

Satin Stitch
Conventional stitching technique that produces an even, uniform look. Available in our standard embroidery thread colors.
Merrowed Stitch
3-thread “overlock” stitch that creates a quick, finished edge. Available in 12 colors.
Running Stitch
In this method, patches are affixed directly to the hat with a heat seal, no edge stitching needed.
Heat Seal
Genuine Leather patches are applied with a single-line stitch using a tonal thread.

Application

Finish your patch with the right technique for style and durability.

Heat Sealed
Included Heat Seal available for all patches. Custom Shapes are Heat Seal only.
Stitched
Add $2.00/each (A) Stitching available for all stock shapes.

Placement

Finish your patch with the right technique for style and durability.

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Front Center
Every Patch shape is available for front center placement. In general, patches 2"x2" or smaller work better on structured caps.
Front Left Wear Side
Smaller patches look great here. Works well with brand logos, icons, and small graphics. Available in both centered and cornered, centered shown.
Front Right Wear Side
Smaller patches look great here. Works well with brand logos, icons, and small graphics. Available in both centered and cornered, cornered shown.

Shapes for genuine leather & faux leather

Choose from a wide range of patch types for a premium, textured look.

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3.5" x 2" Buckle - Wide
1.5" x 1.5" Circle - Mini*
2" x 2" Circle - Small*
2" x 2" Diamond - Small*
3.5" x 2" Diamond - Wide
3.5" x 2" Flag
1.5" x 1.75" Hex - Small*
3.5" x 2" Hex - Wide
3.5" x 1.5" Oval - Small
3.5" x 1.5" Rectangle - Medium
2.5" x 1.5" Rectangle*
2" x 1.25" Rectangle - Small*
2.5" x .75" Rectangle*
2" x 2" Square - Medium*
1.5" x 1.5" Square - Small*

Decoration Process

1 Choose Your Style

Select your cap shape and material.

2 Choose Your Decoration & Location

Pick from embroidery or patch options and where it should be placed.

3Provide Your Art

Upload your logo or artwork (vector preferred).

4Send in the Details

Fill out the custom request form via COMPASS or reach out to a sales rep.

5Approve Your Cap & Price

Review the mockup and final quote before production begins.