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Decoration options for your
custom cap
Explore embroidery styles, patch options, and specialty techniques to customize your cap.
48 piece minimum.
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Embroidery Options
Available on the front panel unless otherwise noted. Choose from classic or dimensional embroidery styles.
Explore domestic thread color options >
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.
3D Embossed Print
Elevating brand logos and designs with tactile, 3D effect. It is available in matte, glossy, and metallic finishes.
UV Full Color Print Patch
Offers printed customization to enhance your designs. Colors are vibrant and allow your artwork to pop.
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.
Explore patch placements in detail >
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.
Explore leather color options and custom shapes in detail >
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.