What is the difference between an embroidered patch and a printed patch?

The main difference between an embroidered patch and a printed patch is how the image or text is applied to the fabric.

1. Embroidered patches:
   

   1. Manufacturing process: Embroidery is done with a needle and thread on a fabric that creates an image or text.

   2. Appearance: The embroidered patches have an exquisite and three-dimensional appearance due to the thread embroidery.
      

2. Printed patches:

   1. Manufacturing process: The image is applied to the fabric by printing, often using a textile printing technique.

   2. Appearance: Printed chevrons have a flat appearance and do not have the same three-dimensional effect as embroidery.

When choosing between an embroidered patch and a printed patch, you can consider quality, aesthetic appeal, cost, and other factors. Embroidered patches can be more durable and intricate, but more difficult and expensive to make. Printed patches can be another option, but their appearance may be less impressive compared to embroidery.