Custom Patches &
Specialty Decoration
Running Threads helps businesses, teams, schools, and organizations add custom patches, leather labels, woven tags, and specialty decoration to hats, jackets, bags, and premium apparel.
Best suited for premium apparel, branded headwear, and products that need a distinctive finishing touch.
A finishing touch that elevates your brand
Patches and specialty decoration add dimension, texture, and a premium feel that standard printing and embroidery cannot always achieve. Whether you need a woven label on a structured hat, a leather patch on a jacket, or a custom transfer on a bag, these methods create a distinctive look that reinforces your brand identity and sets your apparel apart.
Best for orders that need a premium, distinctive finish
Branded Headwear
Leather patches, woven labels, and embroidered patches on structured and unstructured hats for a premium look.
Outerwear & Jackets
Custom patches for varsity jackets, workwear, team outerwear, and branded coats that need a bold, lasting accent.
Bags, Totes & Accessories
Woven or leather patches on bags, backpacks, and accessories for a clean, branded finish.
Spirit Wear & Fan Gear
Custom patches and transfers for team apparel, spirit wear, and fan gear with a distinctive, collectible feel.
Built for texture, detail, and lasting impact
Adds a premium, tactile quality that flat printing cannot replicate
Highly durable — patches and woven labels hold up through heavy use
Works across a wide range of materials, garments, and accessories
Ideal for creating a cohesive, branded look across your product line
Patch and decoration options we offer
Each method has different strengths depending on your garment, artwork, and the look you want to achieve. We help you choose the right option for your project.
Woven Patches
Thread-based patches with fine detail. Great for logos and text that need a clean, fabric-based finish.
Leather Patches
Premium leather or faux leather labels debossed or laser engraved with your logo. Popular on structured hats and outerwear.
Embroidered Patches
Classic raised embroidery on a patch backing, designed to be applied to garments, bags, or accessories.
Custom Transfers & Labels
Heat transfers, woven labels, and specialty finishes for a variety of garments, bags, and branded products.
From concept to finished product, handled with care
Project details
We review your artwork, garment type, quantity, and preferred patch style.
Decoration selection
We recommend the best patch or specialty decoration method for your needs.
Approval
You review and approve artwork and specifications before production begins.
Production
Patches are produced and applied with precision and quality control.
Delivery
Completed apparel or loose patches are delivered ready for use or distribution.
Are patches the right fit for your project?
Patches and specialty decoration work best when you want a premium, textured finish that stands out from standard printed or embroidered apparel. If your brand, team, or organization values a high-end look, patches are a strong choice.
Ordering patches as part of a larger program?
If your organization regularly orders branded apparel or headwear with patches, we can help streamline the process with saved artwork, consistent specifications, and smoother reordering.
Schedule a ConsultationStart your patches or specialty decoration project
Tell us about your project and we will help you choose the right decoration method, review your artwork, and get your order moving.