Sewn-on leather patches
A sewn patch is our standard engraved patch with a stitch line around the edge, run on our Happy HCD2-1501 or YunFu 15-needle. It costs $1 more per hat than glued and is the right call for work hats, beanies and anything that goes in a washer.
When to choose sewn
- Work crews: construction, ag, oilfield, shop environments.
- Beanies and knit caps that get washed.
- Unstructured and foam fronts (6502, Decky foam truckers).
- Hats you expect to last for years, not seasons.
How it looks
The stitch sits just inside the patch edge in a thread color you pick (matching the leather, matching the hat, or a contrast). On the proof we show the stitch color so there are no surprises.
Pricing
| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 12-23 | $9.00 |
| 24-47 | $8.50 |
| 48-71 | $8.00 |
| 72-95 | $7.50 |
| 96-119 | $7.00 |
| 120-143 | $6.50 |
| 144+ | $6.00 |
Example: 96 Richardson 112 with sewn patches is $13.50 + $6.50 + $1.00 = $21.00 each, $2,016.00 total before shipping.
Glued and sewn together?
We bond first, then stitch, on every sewn patch. You get both. See the glued vs sewn guide for the full comparison.
Questions
Does sewing slow the order down?
No. Standard turnaround stays 28 days from proof approval.
Can you sew a patch on hats I supply?
Yes. Decoration price plus $1 for sewing plus $2 per item handling.