Drift Patches / Styles
Custom Letter Patches
Custom letter patches let an initial, word or team abbreviation become the main design. Choose individual alphabet patches for flexible placement or one connected patch to keep a full word aligned.
Individual letters or a complete word
Separate letters allow creative placement, but spacing must be managed during application. A connected word keeps the design together and may be easier to position consistently. Send the full word even when ordering separate letters so heights, widths and spacing can be planned as a set.
Chenille and embroidered letter patches
Chenille letter patches create the plush varsity look associated with school jackets. Embroidery gives a finer stitched surface and can suit smaller lettering. Outline thickness and enclosed spaces inside letters affect readability, especially when a bold varsity font is reduced.
Place letters around the garment
Measure the total usable area, including seams and curves. Custom letter patches for jackets need enough space for the border as well as the lettering. Iron-on letter patches require compatible fabric; for heat-sensitive garments, discuss a sewn attachment.
Questions about custom letter patches
Can I choose a specific font?
Send the font name and a visual reference or outlined artwork. The letterforms may need adjustments for the chosen construction.
Are all letters the same width?
Not necessarily. Consistent height can still produce different widths, so review the complete arrangement before ordering.
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