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Embroidered & Leather Patch Beanie Manufacturer

Embroidery and leather-look patches are the two most requested ways to brand a beanie. Mr Balaclava knits the beanie in your colours and yarn, then embroiders your logo or sews on a debossed, engraved or printed patch in our own factory, from 50 pieces per design and with a standard lead time of about 14 days.

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Sage green cuffed beanie with an embroidered black logo on the cuff
  • 50 pcsMinimum order
  • 14 daysStandard lead time
  • 100K pcsMonthly capacity
  • ISO 9001Certified (Eco Jersey Limited)
  • SedexMember (Eco Jersey Limited)

Specifications

Embroidery and patch options

The branding we put on knitted beanies, and the terms that apply to every order.

EmbroideryFlat and 3D (puff) embroidery, digitised from your artwork
PatchesLeather-look PU, genuine leather on request, rubber (PVC), silicone and woven patches
Patch finishDebossed, laser-engraved or printed; stitched on all sides
Logo sizeEmbroidery up to about 10 × 5 cm on the cuff; patches usually 5–7 cm wide
Beanie stylesCuffed, wide-cuff, watch cap, fisherman and high top beanies
YarnsAcrylic, wool blends, merino and cotton
BrandingWoven and printed labels, flat and 3D embroidery, jacquard knit logos, leather, rubber and PVC patches, screen printing and heat transfer
SizesBaby, kids and adult, as one size or graded to your own size chart
Minimum order50 pieces per design
SamplesPre-paid physical samples in about 5–7 days, paid 100% in advance; or a free pre-production sample approved by photos or video after the order
Lead timeApproximately 14 days after sample approval as standard; the confirmed schedule is agreed for each order

Buyer's guide

Embroidery or a leather patch?

Embroidery gives a raised, textured logo that suits company merchandise, teams and promotions, and it works on most knits. A leather-look patch gives a premium, outdoor or streetwear look and keeps a detailed logo clean on chunky knits, where deep stitches can break up fine embroidery.

Both sit on the front of the cuff, where the logo faces forward and stays visible. We show you a mockup of each option before sampling, and you approve the sample before production.

  • Streetwear labels

    Leather-look and rubber patches on chunky and fisherman beanies for drops.

  • Company merchandise

    Embroidered logos on cuffed beanies for staff, events and gifts.

  • Outdoor brands

    Debossed patches on wide-cuff and watch cap beanies in natural colours.

  • Uniforms and hospitality

    Small embroidered logos on fine-rib beanies that match a uniform.

Embroidery

How we embroider a knitted beanie

A knit stretches, so embroidery on a beanie needs the right backing, density and stitch length to stay flat. We digitise your logo for the knit, use a fine rib where small text has to stay sharp, and test the logo on the sample before production.

3D (puff) embroidery lifts bold, simple logos off the cuff; flat embroidery suits detailed logos and small text.

Light green knitted beanie with an embroidered design on the cuff

Patches

Which patch suits your beanie?

Patches are cut, debossed, engraved or moulded with your logo and sewn onto the cuff on all sides, so they stay flat and do not peel.

Grey slouchy knit beanie with a small leather logo patch on the front
PatchLookHow the logo is madeBest for
Leather-look PUPremium, outdoorDebossed, engraved or printedStreetwear and lifestyle
Genuine leatherNatural, heritageDebossed or engravedPremium ranges
Rubber (PVC)Raised, colourfulMoulded in coloursSports and streetwear
SiliconeSoft and flexibleMouldedSports and outdoor
Woven patchFlat, fine detailWoven from threadRetail and merchandise

Customization

Build your logo beanie

Every part of the design is yours. Our design team sends a mockup of each logo and label placement, and every detail is confirmed in a tech pack before sampling.

  • Choose the beanie

    Cuffed, wide-cuff, watch cap, fisherman or high top.

    Cuffed and logo beanies

  • Pick the yarn and colour

    Acrylic, wool blends, merino or cotton, matched to your Pantone references.

    Knitting yarns

  • Choose the logo method

    Embroidery, a leather-look, rubber or woven patch, or a knitted-in logo.

  • Brand it

    Inside labels, care labels, hang tags and retail packing.

    Customization and branding

How ordering works

Three steps to your order

Every order starts with your brief and ends with tracked delivery.

  1. Send your brief

    Tell us the style, yarn, quantities, branding and deadline. We reply with a quote and suggest a suitable yarn and gauge.

  2. Approve the sample

    We confirm every measurement, yarn, colour and logo placement in a tech pack, then knit your sample. Samples are paid 100% in advance.

  3. Production and delivery

    Standard production lead time is approximately 14 days after sample approval. Every piece is inspected, packed to your specification and shipped with tracking.

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B2B catalog

Beanies made for embroidery and patches

Developed styles you can order with your own branding, or use as the starting point for a custom design.

Browse all custom beanies in the B2B catalog

Related

Related beanie categories

Compare the beanie categories this style belongs to, or see the whole range on the custom beanies page.

FAQ

Embroidered and patch beanies: frequently asked questions

What is the minimum order for embroidered and patch beanies?

The minimum order is 50 pieces per design. Larger runs are made on the same lines, with a monthly capacity of around 100,000 pieces.

Can you embroider on a chunky knit?

Yes, but deep stitches can break up fine detail. For detailed logos on chunky knits we recommend a leather-look or woven patch; bold, simple logos embroider well on any knit.

Is the leather patch real leather?

Our standard patch is leather-look PU. Genuine leather is available on request and costs more; we quote both so you can compare.

What artwork do you need?

Vector artwork (AI, EPS, PDF or SVG) is best; a high-resolution PNG also works. Send your colours as Pantone references if you have them.

Is there a set-up cost?

Yes, a one-off cost per logo: digitising for embroidery, a die or mould for patches. It is shown in the Order Builder and on the quote, and reorders of the same logo do not pay it again.

How long does patch beanie production take?

Standard production lead time is approximately 14 days after sample approval. Actual lead time depends on the product, quantity, customization and material availability, and the confirmed schedule is agreed for each order. Express shipping by DHL, FedEx or UPS then takes 3–6 working days.

Buyer guides

Further reading

Guides from the Journal on logo, embroidered and patch beanies.

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