Custom iron-on patches, made from your artwork.
Your design on a patch with heat-activated backing, so it presses on with a household iron or a heat press. Priced instantly from 25 pieces, with a free Digital Mockup within 24 hours and a real Production Proof before we make the rest.
- Presses on, no sewing
- +$0.15 per patch
- 25-piece minimum
- Free shipping in the contiguous US
Iron-on backing adds $0.15 per patch on embroidered, woven and chenille patches. A 3-inch embroidered iron-on patch is $2.79 each at 100 pieces and $6.66 each at 25. Artwork setup, a free Digital Mockup and free shipping to the 48 contiguous US states are included. PVC patches are sew-on or velcro, because rubber does not take the heat.
A backing you press on with heat.
The back of an iron-on patch carries a layer of heat-activated adhesive. Press it with an iron or a heat press and the adhesive bonds to the fabric. There is no needle and no thread, which is why iron-on suits larger batches and people applying patches themselves at home.
It is semi-permanent: it holds through normal wear but can weaken under repeated heavy washing. For a patch that has to last, iron it on to hold the position, then add a few stitches around the edge. Our guide on how to iron on a patch has the temperatures, times and steps, and our backing comparison covers when sew-on or velcro is the better choice.
Which fabrics take an iron-on patch.
| Surface | Iron-on | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton, denim, twill, canvas | Best results | They take the heat and give the adhesive a porous surface to grip. |
| Polyester and poly-blends | Often workable | Usually needs a lower temperature, so test on a hidden area first. |
| Wool, acrylic, fleece, textured knits | With care | Low heat and a press cloth. Sewing usually holds better on these. |
| Nylon, waterproof or coated fabrics, silk, rayon | High caution | These can scorch, melt or fail to bond. Choose sew-on or velcro. |
| Leather, faux leather, vinyl | Not recommended | Heat can damage the surface. Choose sew-on. |
| Velcro panels | No | The adhesive has nothing to grip. Choose custom velcro patches instead. |
What custom iron-on patches cost.
Per-patch price for 3-inch patches with iron-on backing, embroidered at 75% coverage. Generated by the same engine as the calculator, so these are the prices you pay.
| Type | 25 pcs | 50 pcs | 100 pcs | 200 pcs | 500 pcs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embroidered | $6.66 | $4.35 | $2.79 | $1.89 | $1.49 |
| Woven | $6.66 | $4.35 | $2.79 | $1.89 | $1.49 |
| Chenille | $5.45 | $4.10 | $2.85 | $2.15 | $1.65 |
Artwork setup, included
Preparing your artwork for production is part of the patch price. No setup fee on the first order or any reorder.
Free mockup and shipping
A free Digital Mockup within 24 hours, unlimited Digital Mockup revisions, and free shipping to the 48 contiguous US states.
Sew-on or velcro
Sew-on is included at no charge, and velcro adds $0.55 per patch. Need it sooner? Contact us about rush availability.
What iron-on patches suit.
Clubs and spirit wear
Patches students and parents can press onto cotton shirts and sweatshirts themselves.
Troops and teams
Badges and team patches that go on quickly, with stitching added on anything washed often.
Merch and small drops
Press your patch onto blanks with a heat press instead of sewing every piece.
Staff shirts
A quick way to brand a batch of cotton or twill shirts for a team or an event.
Giveaways and keepsakes
Something people can take home and press onto a jacket or a bag.
Totes and canvas bags
Canvas takes the heat well, so a flat bag panel is an easy place for an iron-on patch.
From artwork to doorstep.
- 01
Price it
Pick your patch type, size and quantity, choose iron-on backing, and see the real number straight away.
- 02
Digital Mockup
A deposit starts your order, and your free Digital Mockup follows within 24 hours, with unlimited Digital Mockup revisions.
- 03
Production Proof
We make one real patch and photograph it for you, approximately a week later. Approving it locks your design.
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The rest of your order
We make the rest only after you approve the Production Proof and your balance is paid. That takes about two weeks.
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Delivery
7 to 14 day air shipping with tracking, free within the 48 contiguous US states.
Iron-on patch questions, answered.
How much do custom iron-on patches cost?+
Iron-on backing adds $0.15 per patch. A 3-inch embroidered iron-on patch is $2.79 each at 100 pieces and $6.66 each at 25, with artwork setup and shipping to the 48 contiguous US states included. The calculator shows the exact number for your type and size.
Which patch types can be iron-on?+
Embroidered, woven and chenille. PVC and UV printed PVC are sew-on or velcro, because rubber does not take the heat that iron-on backing needs.
What is the minimum order for iron-on patches?+
25 pieces. At 50 pieces the price per patch drops further, and that is our Best Value.
How long do iron-on patches last?+
Iron-on backing is semi-permanent. It holds well through normal wear, but repeated heavy washing and drying can loosen the bond over time. For a patch that gets washed a lot, add a few stitches around the edge or choose sew-on.
What temperature do I iron them on at?+
A dry iron on its cotton setting, commonly around 350°F / 175°C, is a typical starting point, with a press cloth over the patch. Lower it for synthetic or heat-sensitive fabrics and test on a hidden area first.
Do iron-on patches work on hats?+
Sometimes. It depends on the hat's material and construction, how much flat area it has, and whether it can take the heat and pressure. Sew-on is the more reliable choice on most hats.
How long does an order take?+
With prompt approvals, about 4 to 5 weeks from order to door. Need it sooner? Contact us about rush availability.
Choose the patch that suits your artwork.
Get your iron-on patches priced.
Set your type, size and quantity and see a real per-patch price in under a minute. Free Digital Mockup in 24 hours, 25-piece minimum.