Decoration Specs · Custom Patches

Pick a Spot. Pick a Size.

Embroidered, woven, PVC, chenille and eight more patch styles, made by our patch partner and applied at BeeGraphix.

See Locations

9Locations

12Patch types

24 pcMinimum

15 to 20Days production

01 · Locations

Where It Goes

Codes and placement come from the BeeGraphix master location list. Max size is the largest patch for each spot; the size menu below lists the standard choices. BeeGraphix applies every patch.

Front view shows the garment facing you, so the wearer's left chest (LC) sits on your right.

Adult front

Code	Location	Default width	Max W x H	Placement	Notes
FF	Full front	5"	5" x 5"	2.5" down from collar, centered
LC / RC	Left or right chest	3.5"	4" x 3"	3" down from collar (about 7" to 8" below the high point shoulder), center 4" from garment center	Adult 2XL and up: center 4.5" from garment center. Polo: top aligns with the second button. Full zip: center moves 0.5" out to clear the zipper by 0.75".

Adult back

Code	Location	Default width	Max W x H	Placement
FB	Full back	11"	12" x 12"	4" down from collar, centered (below the hood seam on hoodies)

Sleeves

Code	Location	Default width	Max W x H	Placement
LS / RS	Left or right sleeve (bicep)	2.5"	3.5" x 3.5"	Short sleeve: 1" above sleeve hem. Long sleeve: 6" down from top of shoulder seam. Centered on sleeve fold

Bags and accessories

Code	Location	Default width	Max W x H	Placement
BG	Bag or tote front	5"	5" x 5"	Centered on the front panel

Headwear

Code	Location	Default width	Max W x H	Placement
CF	Cap front, structured	3.5"	3.5" x 2.5"	Bottom of design 0.5" above the visor seam, centered on front seam
CLP	Cap left front panel	2"	2.5" x 2.2"	Centered on the wearer's left front panel
CRP	Cap right front panel	2"	2.5" x 2.2"	Centered on the wearer's right front panel
BN	Beanie cuff	3.5"	3.5" x 2"	Centered on the front of the folded cuff

Codes, names, default widths and placement come from the BeeGraphix master location list, shared by every decoration method. See all locations.

02 · Sizes

Pick a Size

Patch size is the average of width and height: (W + H) ÷ 2. A 3" wide by 2" tall patch is a 2.5" patch. Pick a location, then one of its standard sizes; anything else is a custom quote from 0.5" to 40".

Code	Location	Standard sizes	Most popular
CF	Cap front	2.5", 3"	3" (3.5" x 2.5")
CLP / CRP	Cap left or right front panel	2"	2"
BN	Beanie cuff	2.5"	2.5" (3" x 2")
LC / RC	Left or right chest	2.5", 3", 3.5"	3"
LS / RS	Left or right sleeve (shoulder)	2.5", 3", 3.5"	3"
FF	Jacket or hoodie front	4", 5"	4"
FB	Jacket back	10", 12"	12"
BG	Bag or backpack	3", 4"	3"

03 · Types

Patch Types

Type	What it is	Best for	Smallest practical size
Embroidered	Thread stitched on twill, up to 9 thread colors	Team, school and company logos; the default	2"
Woven	Thin thread woven flat, fine detail	Small text and detailed logos	1"
Chenille	Fuzzy looped yarn on felt	Letterman jackets and varsity letters	3"
PVC / rubber	Molded soft rubber, raised layers	Tactical gear, outdoor and waterproof use	1.5"
Silicone	Molded silicone, soft and flexible	Athletic wear and bags	1.5"
Leather	Genuine or faux leather, debossed or printed	Caps, jackets and workwear	2"
Sublimated / printed	Full color printed on twill with a stitched border	Photos, gradients and full color art	1"
Metflex	Metallic flexible finish	Premium logos with a metal look	1.5"
PU-X	Raised PU with a glossy, dimensional look	Premium athletic and streetwear	1.5"
Sequin	Embroidered base with sequins	Fashion and cheer	3"
Applique	Fabric shapes stitched onto a base	Large, bold designs and letters	3"
Tackle twill	Layered twill letters and numbers	Jersey names and numbers	2"

Embroidered patches also come as 3D puff, combination (embroidered plus woven or printed) and free floating (no fabric base).

04 · Finish

Borders and Backings

Border	Look	Use it for
Merrowed	Raised, rounded overlocked edge	Circles, ovals, squares and rectangles
Embroidered	Clean satin-stitched edge, cut close	Custom shapes and corners a merrow can't follow
Laser cut	Smooth edge with a slight sheen, no raised border	Detailed shapes and a modern look

Backing	How it attaches	Default for
Iron on / heat seal	Heat pressed with adhesive	Caps, shirts and hoodies (the default)
Sew on	Stitched around the edge	Jackets, heavy fabrics and anything washed hard
Hook and loop (Velcro)	Removable, both sides included	Tactical, uniforms and bags
Peel and stick	Temporary adhesive	Events and giveaways; not for washing

Thread colors: up to 9 per embroidered patch, from 700+ colors, matched by PMS on the proof.

05 · Artwork

Art That Stitches

Requirement	Standard
Files	Vector preferred (AI, EPS, PDF); JPG, PNG or PSD accepted if clear at full size
Colors	Up to 9 thread colors on embroidered patches; name brand colors by PMS
Detail	Text under 0.2" tall on embroidered patches routes to woven or printed
Proof	Digital proof and a sample approval before production

06 · Policies

The Fine Print

Policy	Rule
Made by	Our patch partner; applied by BeeGraphix
Minimum	24 pieces per design
Types	All 12 patch types
Default	Embroidered, merrowed border, iron-on backing
Production time	15 to 20 business days, including shipping and application
Personalization	Not offered

07 · Status

Where It Stands

Minimum, production time and application set.
Confirm the standard size menu and defaults.
Set price tiers by type, size and quantity.

Sources

ches4Less: Custom patch sizing](https://www.patches4less.com/blog/size-matters-all-about-custom-patch-sizing)
American Patch: Standard patch dimensions](https://theamericanpatch.com/blog/custom-patch-size-standard-dimensions/)