Special Options

We can add special options to your patch that can make your patch both more functional and beautiful.  Some of these special options are exclusive to only Butler Patches.  Please call us at 877-647-6447 or email us if you would like to discuss these special options

Backing Options
This option will allow you to adhere the patch to clothing, caps and bags using a heat transfer machine or an ordinary house iron. Many of our customers find this option to be quicker and more convenient than sewing the patch on. Iron-on backing also provides a well finished look to the patch.
Iron-on
This allows you to stick your patch onto clothing for temporary purposes. It makes for great promotional products. Recently a company used our adhesive backing as a free giveway for their customers to adhere onto skateboards. Another one of our customers passed out over 25,000 patches at a concert for participants to adhere to their clothing.
Adhesive
These unique patches have magnetic backing, perfect for putting on any metallic surface like your fridge.
Magnetic
Patch with Generic Hook Backing, hard pile. It is particularly popular among military, police departments, airsoft and paintball teams. This patch has the hook side which you can either sewn on or iron onto any uniform or apparel. This backing will be cut to the exact shape and dimension of the embroidered patch you order.
Hard Pile
Patch with Generic Loop Backing, soft pile. It is particularly popular among military, police departments, airsoft and paintball teams. This patch has the loop side which you can either sewn on or iron onto any uniform or apparel. This backing will be cut to the exact shape and dimension of the embroidered patch you order.
Soft Pile
Patch with Generic Hook and Loop Backing is particularly popular among military, police departments, airsoft and paintball teams. This patch has both hook and loop sides which you can either sewn on or iron onto any uniform or apparel. This backing will be cut to the exact shape and dimension of the embroidered patch you order.
Hard and Soft Pile
Patch with Velcro Loop Backing, this is particularly popular among military, police departments, airsoft and paintball teams. This patch has the Velcro loop side which you can either sewn on or iron onto any uniform or apparel. This backing will be cut to the exact shape and dimension of the embroidered patch you order.
Velcro Loop
Patch with Velcro Hook Backing, this is particularly popular among military, police departments, airsoft and paintball teams. This patch has the hook side which you can either sewn on or iron onto any uniform or apparel. This backing will be cut to the exact shape and dimension of the embroidered patch you order.
Velcro Hook
Patch with Velcro Hook and Loop Backing is particularly popular among military, police departments, airsoft and paintball teams. This patch has both hook and loop sides which you can either sewn on or iron onto any uniform or apparel. This backing will be cut to the exact shape and dimension of the embroidered patch you order.
Velcro Hook and Loop
Wearable Magnetic Patch - This special option includes 2 powerful magnets on each patch (one behind the patch and the other one concealed beneath the clothes fabric).No need to stitch or use a pin that might ruin your fabric.
Wearable Magnet
Special Materials
Metallic Thread: This option allows for a truly beautiful patch with special thread made from a metallic base. These patches naturally shine and will add a lot of character to your patch.
Metallic Thread
Neon Thread: This patch uses neon thread in bright, vibrant colors.
Neon Thread
Glow in the Dark: Available color for now is the standard white thread that glows green in the dark
Glow in the Dark
Reflective: These reflective patches use the same background as is used in ANSI certified safety apparel. This patch is great to improve the visibility of those wearing patches during night time or poor weather conditions. Please note that the embroidery must be less than 100% so that the reflective material will show.
Reflective
Felt Patch: Our felt patches are made of felt as opposed to cotton. It gives the patch a more old fashioned, retro feel.
Felt Patch
Gingham Patch: Add patterns by choosing Gingham Line, available in different colors: Pink, Blue, Yellow, Purple, Red and Green.
Gingham Patch
Camouflage: Usually used by Military, Airsoft and Paintball but is also availed by some customers to get that unique look for their patch. We have dozens of Camouflage variations available including digital camo patterns - inquire now to get a free quote!
Camouflage
100% Organic Cotton: The thread is made from 100% organic cotton and the dye used to create the pigmentation is certified as not containing chemicals that are harmful to the environment. This is a great patch for businesses and organizations that want to do their part to help the environment.
100% Organic
50% Organic Cotton: The thread is made from 100% organic cotton combined with regular twill. This is a great patch for businesses and organizations that want to do their part to help the environment.
50% Organic
Chenille is a fabric made with fringed thread used as the weft in combination with wool or cotton. This special material is great for making your patch look more luxurious and beautiful.
Chenille Patch
Add ons
Merrowed Border: Our patches come standard laser cut. However, some of our customers like rounding the edges of their patches with merrowed borders. Merrowed borders are particularly popular for boy scout, fire and police department patches.
Merrowed Border
Add Crystals or Real Swarovski Crystals to your patch. To our knowledge we are the only company that offers this feature.
Crystals
Puff Patches: Add puff embroidery to your patch to create a cool 3D effect that will make your patch truly unique and will make your logo stand out.
Puff Patches
Vintage Worn Style: Jazz up your patches by choosing Torn Style to add more texture and attitude on your patches.
Vintage Worn Style
Frayed Edges: Provides our customers with another way to add a distinct look to your patch.
Frayed Edges
Button Loop: Very popular with Boy Scout troops this patch allows you to collect and proudly display your collection of patches.
Button Loop
Pin Patches: These patches are very useful for businesses and organizations that don't want to permanently sew or adhere their patch onto clothing.
Pin Patches
Wearable Magnet: This special option includes 2 powerful magnets on each patch (one behind the patch and the other one concealed beneath the clothes fabric).No need to stitch or use a pin that might ruin your fabric.
Wearable Magnet