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Custom Backpack Patches

Turn your backpack into a mobile advertisement with custom backpack patches! Whether you are a business, sports team, or for personal use, The Monterey Company makes it easy to add personal expression to your backpack. We can produce all the best patch styles, everything from chenille to embroidery patches. The customization options are endless, including custom velcro backpack patches and full-detail printed patches.

Our company values are unmatched customer satisfaction, the use of only high-quality materials, and fast turnaround times. With over thirty years of industry knowledge in producing high-quality custom backpack patches, The Monterey Company has you covered from start to finish.

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Popular Styles of Backpack Patches

Embroidered Patches

Our bestseller for custom backpack patches, custom embroidered patches are produced with a fabric base and raised stitching over the base. 

3D Embroidered Patches

Also called puff embroidered patches, this style of patch is produced with a layer of foam under the thread. A great way to add dimension to your design.

Woven Patches

The perfect option for a complex design, custom woven patches are produced with intertwined thin thread. We offer woven labels as well.

PVC Rubber Patches

A popular new product that is constructed with durable materials and includes a three-dimensional look.

Leather Patches

You can’t go wrong with custom leather patches. We offer both genuine and faux leather patch options.

Chenille Patches

Soft and fluffy letterman jacket-style patch with embroidery thread color. Perfect for larger patch designs.

Dye Sublimated Patches

Also called a printed patch, custom dye sublimated patches are the perfect option for patch design with intricate details and vibrant colors.

Custom Backing Styles

Hook & Loop Backing

Both the rough and soft sides of the velcro are sewn to the back of the patch. A popular backing style for law enforcement vests and backpacks.

Iron-on Backing

A heat-activated glue that is added to the backside of the backpack patch. Read this article How To Iron on Patches to a Backpack for a deeper dive into iron-on patches to backpacks.

Adhesive Backing

Sticker style 3M adhesive backing. Typically used to hold the patch in place during sewing. Also called sticky or peel-and-stick backing.

No Backing

Our least expensive backing option. No backing requires sewing for application onto backpacks.

A Deeper Dive into Backing and Attachments


We recommend sewing the patch to the backpack for the longest-lasting adherence. We also suggest adding 3M adhesive backing to your patch order. The adhesive backing is used to hold the patch in place during sewing. Without the adhesive backing, the patch can move out of place. Its recommended to use a seamstress if you are inexperienced at sewing. At the Monterey Company, we offer sewing services, just fill out this form and ask about sewing!

If interchanging patches is your style, then custom velcro patches for backpacks are the answer. We actually sew the rough or hook side of the velcro to the backside of the patch. Backpacks with the soft side of velcro or loop side allow you to easily remove and replace your own custom patches.


Frequently Asked Questions

How do you attach custom patches to backpacks?

The most secure option is sewing the patch to the backpack. If your patch is a heat transfer patch with iron-on backing, you can heat-apply it to the backpack. The final option is velcro attachment, the backpack would need to include the loop side of the velcro and the patch the hook side.

Yes! As long as your patch is produced as an iron on patch, you can heat apply your custom patch onto backpacks. Before applying heat to the patch, look up the backpack's material and make sure it is safe under high temperatures, as certain backpack materials can burn or melt under high heat.

Our minimum quantity for custom patches is 50, except for chenille patches, which is 25 per design.

The best thing about custom backpack patches is that you are not limited to a backpack type. The only caveat is ironing on patches to certain backpack materials, as some materials can get damaged under high heat.

For customized patches, the approximate production time is 8 to 15 days. Please note this does vary depending on the current production schedule. Look out for free shipping (within the United States) promotional emails by adding your email address to our our mailing list below.

Absolutely! Just ask your sales or customer service representative for a patch sample before full order production. Please note this will add extra time to your order.


Bulk Discounts For Schools, Businesses, And Sports Teams

Are you looking to outfit a large group with customized patches? The wait is over, we can help! The Monterey Company offers large bulk order discounts, with very competitive pricing, and access to our team of graphic designers. Whether you are adding team spirit to your high school or award patches at a martial arts tournament, we have you covered.

Three Easy Steps to Order Custom Hook and Loop Patches

Need Help? We remove the complexity out of finding the right patch maker. Our friendly customer service team will walk you through the process. Including design and style help: 


Step 1: Select — Choose your patch type, and select your patch size by filling out this quote request form. You will then receive a free quote from our sales team.

Step 2: Approve — We create a custom design art proof to approve. Art revisions are easy! Just ask our custom success team.

Step 3: Receive — When your final product finishes and passes our quality control standards. Your patches will ship with a tracking number.


Testimonials

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Based on 688 Reviews
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Curtis Isaak
September 29, 2025

Working with the Monterey Company was a fantastic experience. I had an idea for some charms to use for knitting/crochet stitch markers. They turned out better than I was imagining. Their customer service was top-notch. They responded to my questions so quickly. I highly recommend the Monterey Company, and I will be using them again!

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Dillon Whitmarsh
September 28, 2025

Very easy to work with the team, quick and clear conversations, and great quality patches delivered on time for a reasonable price. Couldn't ask for more!

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Kaity Rose G.
September 27, 2025

Wonderful company to work with! So communicative and clear and fantastic quality of items. Best decision to order them for our fundraising gala

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Joe Buonocore
September 27, 2025

Thanks to the team at Monterey -- great communication, very helpful with taking our concept and making a great coin. Lots of 1-1 attention along the way and the process was completed on time as described!

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Paige Ann Miller
September 26, 2025

I would give this company and product more stars if I could. What more could I ask for? Monterey was phenomenal to work with - start to finish. From the personal and immediate responses to questions, to the excellent design, to the top quality finished product, I felt like my order mattered as much to them as it did to me. I don’t remember the last time I was pleasantly surprised at every turn. Terrific company. (The box for packaging was purchased separately.)

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Kevin Lewis
September 26, 2025

Patches turned out great. My order was completed and arrived on the time frame they gave me. Great customer service and communication. Look forward to placing my next order.

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Preston Kubas
September 25, 2025

Incredibly happy with the quality and attention to detail in the pins. Monterey overdelivers on their products!

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Mario Lopez
September 25, 2025
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Jeff Rogers
September 24, 2025

Was a pleasure working with Monterey every step of the way and the hats turned out perfect!

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Mona King
September 24, 2025

I worked with Monterey Company to create a charm for a professional business women's group who will be hosting a national convention in 2026. The process was so easy from start to finish & everyone I dealt with was fantastic, especially Sarah M. I would give Monterey Company 100 stars if I could. Many thanks to Sarah and the staff for a great job!! Mona K.

Why Choose The Monterey Company?

Free Design Proofs

From the initial sketch to the final product, our team of designers can help transform an idea into a custom design.

Over Thirty Years of Expertise

With a five-star rating on Google, The Monterey Company has mastered high-quality patch manufacturing.

Brand Awareness

Turn your backpack into an on-the-go advertisement. While stickers fade over time, patches stay clean for much longer.