3d pvc patch are a modern take on custom patch designs and unlike the traditional embroidered variants are made of soft rubber-like plastic material. The advantage of this is that they are very durable, have a smooth appearance and can be made in any color. They are used by sports clubs, outdoor and adventure sports teams, military units, paramedics, police departments and other institutions to represent their team and organization’s identity.

PVC is also a lot cheaper to manufacture compared to embroidered patches. This makes it very popular for smaller orders of patches and can be produced in bulk. This is why they are increasingly being used by companies to make their employees stand out. They can be used on uniforms, hats, jackets, sweaters, shirts and even as collectible items.

Beyond Flat Surfaces: Exploring the Dimensionality of 3D PVC Patches

They can be made in 2D or 3D styles. 2D is based on levels and edges and is ideal for simple text-based designs. While the 3D ones are sculpted to give them a lifelike appearance. They can be used on specific design elements like logos, airplanes or faces for an extra pop in their appearance.

They can also be enhanced with add-ons like glow-in-the-dark or sew channel. Glow in the dark patches use a special environment-friendly photo luminescent powder that is mixed with the colors and gives the patch an afterglow when exposed to light. The sew channels are a recessed line that is made around the patch’s border to help you stitch it onto your clothing or other materials.