Hi everyone,
I’m trying to find a reliable place to get custom patches made here in Ireland. I’m helping organise kit for a local club and I’d also like a few patches for my own jackets and bags. Most of the results I find online are overseas companies with long shipping times and customs charges, and I’d much rather deal with someone based in Ireland or at least the UK.
Before I commit, I’d love some advice from anyone who has been through this:
Has anyone ordered custom patches from an Irish supplier, and how did the quality hold up after a few months of wear and washing?
How long does delivery usually take within Ireland, and is there a rush option if you have a deadline?
What’s a realistic price per patch, and how much does it drop on larger orders?
Are there minimum order quantities, or can you order just a few?
Is it better to go with iron-on, sew-on, or Velcro for jackets, caps, and uniforms?
Do suppliers usually show a proof before production, and do they help tidy up artwork if it isn’t perfect?
Any tips for getting a club crest or logo to come out sharp in embroidery?
I’d also like to hear about anything that went wrong, such as colours that didn’t match the design, patches that peeled, or delays, so I know what to watch for. Photos of patches you’ve had made would be really helpful for judging quality.
Thanks in advance, all advice is welcome, good or bad!
I’m trying to find a reliable place to get custom patches made here in Ireland. I’m helping organise kit for a local club and I’d also like a few patches for my own jackets and bags. Most of the results I find online are overseas companies with long shipping times and customs charges, and I’d much rather deal with someone based in Ireland or at least the UK.
Before I commit, I’d love some advice from anyone who has been through this:
Has anyone ordered custom patches from an Irish supplier, and how did the quality hold up after a few months of wear and washing?
How long does delivery usually take within Ireland, and is there a rush option if you have a deadline?
What’s a realistic price per patch, and how much does it drop on larger orders?
Are there minimum order quantities, or can you order just a few?
Is it better to go with iron-on, sew-on, or Velcro for jackets, caps, and uniforms?
Do suppliers usually show a proof before production, and do they help tidy up artwork if it isn’t perfect?
Any tips for getting a club crest or logo to come out sharp in embroidery?
I’d also like to hear about anything that went wrong, such as colours that didn’t match the design, patches that peeled, or delays, so I know what to watch for. Photos of patches you’ve had made would be really helpful for judging quality.
Thanks in advance, all advice is welcome, good or bad!