Patch Ninjas runs as a small studio, so every order moves through the same three people. No hand-offs to unknown contractors, no lost files. You talk to the person who will actually digitize your artwork and check your thread colors.
Started the studio after a decade of running embroidery machines for uniform suppliers. Handles vector cleanup, stitch mapping, and the trickier edge cases — like tiny text on PVC badges or dense gradients that need to stay soft.
Production & Color MatchingKeeps the thread library organized and matches Pantone references to the closest embroidery floss. Also manages sample rounds, so you see a physical patch before we commit to a full run. If a color feels off, she catches it early.
Client Coordination & QCHandles quotes, timelines, and final quality checks before anything ships. Reviews each batch for loose stitches, crooked backings, and uneven edges. He is also the person who answers the phone when you call about turnaround times.
Who We Are
We take your vector files, logos, or rough sketches and convert them into clean embroidery files. Every curve and color break is checked against stitch density so the final patch reads sharp at any size.
File formats: AI, EPS, PDF, PNGUsing a physical thread library, we match your brand colors to the closest available embroidery threads. For tricky shades, we send a small stitch-out swatch before production so you can approve the tone in person.
Pantone & brand color matchingChoose between merrowed borders, laser-cut edges, or heat-sealed backing. Each option changes the look and durability of the patch, and we help you pick the right one for the fabric it will sit on.
Merrowed, laser-cut, heat-sealedIron-on, Velcro, or sew-on — we stock all three and can mix them within a single order. Velcro is standard for tactical gear and bags, while sew-on works best for denim and heavy outerwear.
Iron-on, Velcro, sew-onWe recommend a sample round for any order above 50 pieces. You get a physical patch in hand, check the stitch quality and colors, then we move to full production with zero guesswork.
Sample turnaround: 5–7 daysStandard runs of 100–500 patches take 10–14 working days after sample approval. Larger orders are split into batches so you can start selling or shipping while the rest is still in production.
Bulk runs: 10–14 working days