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Embroidery & Patches
At JACWEARS, we offer a variety of professional decoration techniques to customize varsity jackets, sportswear, and apparel with logos, names, numbers, and unique artwork.
Using premium materials and advanced production methods, every design is carefully applied to ensure durability, vibrant colors, and a clean professional finish. Each piece goes through strict quality checks to maintain accuracy and consistency.
The right decoration makes a team jacket look official and a brand jacket look premium. Below you can see what each technique is best for and the artwork we need, so you can choose the right varsity jacket patches for your order.
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Digital Embroidery
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Embroidery Patches
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Felt Patches
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Chenille Patches
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Sublimation Patches
Technique 01
Digital Embroidery
Digital embroidery is the process of transforming artwork such as logos, team emblems, brand names, or custom graphics into a stitch-ready file that embroidery machines use to stitch designs directly onto garments.
The Digitizing Process
Before embroidery begins, every design must go through a precise digitizing process where skilled technicians convert the artwork into detailed stitch patterns. This ensures the final embroidery maintains sharp detail, balanced stitching, and a premium finish.
Technique 02
Felt Patches Sew-On
Felt patches are a classic feature of traditional varsity and letterman jackets. Made from high-quality felt fabric and carefully stitched onto garments, they create bold, long-lasting designs with a timeless varsity appearance.
Each patch is precisely cut and professionally sewn to ensure durability, clean edges, and a premium finish. They are widely used for school initials, graduation years, team lettering, brand initials, and custom varsity graphics, making them an essential part of authentic varsity jackets.
The strong stitching ensures that patches stay secure while maintaining a high-quality look even after long-term use.
Technique 03
Embroidery Patches
Embroidery patches are a popular option for adding detailed logos, names, numbers, and custom designs to varsity jackets and apparel. These patches are created using high-quality embroidery threads to achieve sharp details, vibrant colors, and long-lasting durability.
Each patch is professionally stitched onto the garment to ensure a clean finish and strong attachment.
Technique 04
Chenille Patches
Chenille patches have a raised, fluffy loop texture and are the traditional varsity look. They are sewn onto a felt base and look best on melton wool.
Technique 05
Sublimation Printing
Sublimation printing is a modern technique used to apply full-color artwork, photos, and detailed graphics onto fabric. This process allows vibrant colors, smooth gradients, and high-resolution designs that become part of the material.
It is perfect for custom graphics, brand artwork, and complex designs that require high detail and long-lasting color.
Artwork File Requirements
- Best: vector files in AI, EPS, PDF or SVG format
- Also accepted: high-resolution PNG or JPG (300 dpi at actual size)
- Send the Pantone or color codes if your colors must match exactly
- Outline all fonts, or tell us the font name
Which Decoration Should I Choose?
- Classic school letter jacket: chenille letters on the chest, felt or embroidered year on the sleeve
- Team jacket: embroidered team name on the back, chenille or felt numbers
- Brand jacket: small embroidered chest logo, embroidery patch on the sleeve, sublimated lining
- Budget order: felt patches and embroidered names
- Detailed crest or mascot: embroidery patch
For a deeper comparison, read varsity jacket patches explained. You can also try every option for free in our Design Room.
Patches and Embroidery FAQ
Can I mix chenille patches and embroidery on one jacket?
Yes. Most varsity jackets combine chenille letters with embroidered names or logos.
Is there a limit on the number of patches?
Up to ten areas can be decorated: front, chest, pockets, sleeves and three back positions.
Will patches stay on after washing?
Yes. All patches are sewn on, not glued. Follow the care label and avoid ironing directly on patches.
Do you make patches from my own logo?
Yes. Send your artwork and we turn it into chenille, felt or embroidered patches and show you the design before production.
What size are the patches?
All patches come in standard sizes for each placement. If you need a specific size, just mention it in your order notes when you place the order.
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