Fine woven threads for crisp detail and small lettering. A smooth, lightweight patch for detailed designs.
Woven Patch Options
Detailed Woven Patches
Fine woven threads for crisp detail and small lettering, with a smooth, lightweight feel.
Woven Labels
Neat woven labels for clothing and bags, with clear text and a tidy, finished edge.
Woven Logo Patches
Clean woven logos for brands and teams, with sharp lines and even colour.
Small-Letter Woven Patches
Made for tiny text and fine detail, where embroidery would lose clarity.
Woven Patches for Apparel
Lightweight woven patches that sit flat on shirts, jackets and caps.
What are woven patches?
Woven patches are made by weaving fine threads together into a flat, smooth design, rather than stitching thick thread on top of a base. That fine weave keeps lines sharp and lets small lettering stay readable, even at a small size.
Because the surface is thin and lightweight, woven patches sit flat on clothing and bags without adding bulk. They are a natural choice for woven labels, logos, small text and detailed apparel designs, where a clean, even finish matters more than a raised texture.
Backing options
The backing decides how a woven patch is fixed in place, so choose the one that fits how the garment will be used and whether the patch should stay put or be moved.
Iron-on / Heat Seal
Fixed with heat, so the patch sits flat and smooth on the fabric without stitching showing, a neat choice for items that will stay in one place.
Sew-on
Stitched through the edge for a strong, lasting hold, a practical choice for clothing and bags that are worn and washed often.
Hook and loop (Velcro)
Presses together and pulls apart, so the patch can be taken off, swapped or moved to another item without sewing.
Adhesive
A stick-on back for quick, temporary placement, useful when heat or stitching is not practical.
Border options
The border is the finished edge around a woven patch. It frames the design, protects the woven threads at the edge and shapes how neat the patch looks up close.
Merrowed Border
A thick, rounded thread edge wrapped around the outside of the patch. It gives a firm, classic outline and helps the flat woven surface keep its shape.
Embroidery Border
A stitched edge worked in thread around the woven design, so the outline has a slightly raised, finished feel and follows the shape closely.
Laser Cut Border
The edge is cut cleanly to follow the design, leaving a smooth, flat outline that suits detailed shapes and small lettering.
Label Fold options
For woven labels, the fold decides how the label sits in a seam and how its ends are finished. Choose the fold that fits where the label will be sewn and how much of it should show.
Straight Cut
The label is cut straight across at both ends, with no fold, so it can be sewn flat or cut to the length needed.
Die Cut
The label is cut to a set shape or outline, giving a clean, finished end that follows the label design rather than a straight edge.
End Fold
Each end is folded under, so the raw edges are hidden and the label lies flat with a tidy finish at both ends when it is sewn in.
Mitre Fold
The ends are folded back at an angle, so the label fits neatly into a seam and keeps a clean, pointed finish at each end.
Centre Fold
The label is folded once in the middle, so the two halves face each other and the folded edge stands out from the seam.
Loop Fold
The label is folded into a loop with its two ends brought together, so it can be sewn into a seam and hang as a small loop or tag.
Manhattan Fold
The label is folded so both ends are tucked away, giving a neat, finished look on both sides when it is sewn into a garment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are woven patches?
Woven patches are flat, smooth patches made by weaving fine threads into the design. The fine weave gives clear lines, even colour and a lightweight feel that sits flat on fabric.
Can woven patches show small lettering?
Yes. Fine woven threads keep small letters and fine detail readable at sizes where thicker stitching can lose clarity, which is why woven patches are often chosen for small text and detailed logos.
Which backing should I choose?
For a patch that will stay in place, sew-on or iron-on / heat seal are practical choices. Hook and loop works well if you want to swap or move the patch, and adhesive suits quick, temporary placement.
What is a label fold?
A label fold is the way a woven label is folded before it is sewn in. The fold decides how the label sits in a seam, which edges are hidden and how much of the label shows on the finished garment.
Are woven patches suited to labels and apparel?
Yes. Their thin, flat surface suits clothing labels, brand labels, logos and apparel patches, where clear text and a tidy finish are important and bulk is best avoided.
What artwork is needed?
Start with a clear copy of your design, including the wording, shape and colours you want. Clear artwork helps keep small lettering, fine lines and label folds neat in the finished woven patch.