Materials & Craftsmanship for Custom Patches
KAISHEN combines selected base fabrics, coded embroidery threads, backing structures, stitch planning and edge finishing to build each patch as one complete construction. Artwork is digitized before embroidery so shape, texture, color placement and attachment method remain clear in the finished patch.
Materials That Define Patch Construction
Fabric, thread and backing are selected together because they determine the patch surface, thickness, color contrast and attachment method.
Base Fabrics
Twill gives lettering and filled embroidery a stable surface. Felt adds body and a softer texture for thicker patch constructions.
Fabric Surface
The weave, thickness and color of the base remain visible around open areas and influence the finished outline and contrast.
Embroidery Threads
Threads are selected by color code, sheen and contrast so small text, layered details and color sections remain distinct.
Backing and Attachment Options
Hook-and-Loop
Removable attachment to compatible loop surfaces.
Iron-On
A heat-activated adhesive layer for fabric application.
Self-Adhesive
Peel-and-stick positioning for temporary attachment.
Sew-On
A flexible construction for permanent stitching to textiles.
From Artwork to Finished Embroidery
Embroidery Digitizing
Digitizing converts each part of the design into a stitch sequence, direction, density, underlay, outline and color section. Fine details are adjusted around the finished patch size instead of being copied directly from the original image.
- Small text and narrow gaps are opened for clearer embroidery.
- Color areas are separated into an efficient stitch order.
- Outlines are planned to hold the final shape together.
Stitch Direction, Density and Layering
Stitch direction builds texture, density controls coverage, and underlay stabilizes the base fabric. Foreground elements are layered after the background so outlines, flowers, lettering and other details remain visually separated.
