Why Embroidery Patches Are Better Than Direct Embroidery

At Vivipins, we firmly advocate for the use of embroidered custom patches. .They are not only cost-effective but also environmentally friendly. By reusing patches repeatedly, they contribute to reducing waste significantly each year.

In this post, we have compiled evidence to support the superiority of custom embroidered patches compared to direct embroidery. However, let us first provide you with an explanation of what direct embroidery entails.

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As the name suggests, direct embroidery involves incorporating the desired design directly into the fabric of a clothing item. Whether it's a shirt, a jacket, or denim pants, direct embroidery integrates the design as an integral part of the item itself.

At first glance, it may seem like a desirable option. However, if direct embroidery is so straightforward, why do manufacturers still invest in creating custom patches? Let's explore the reasons behind this choice.

There are many benefits people may want to go both ways. In our opinion and from a business standpoint, custom embroidered patches are better. 

What do these numbers indicate? They clearly demonstrate that manufacturers prioritize custom patches due to their significantly lower cost, which is less than half the price of direct embroidery.

While the price difference may not appear substantial for individual orders, it becomes a substantial concern for manufacturers and distributors handling large quantities of products. For instance, a batch of 1,000 pieces could incur an additional cost of $3,500 for direct embroidery!

However, it is important to consider the cost-effectiveness of direct embroidery. While you may be paying a higher price for a better product, the quality does not necessarily scale proportionally with the price. This becomes particularly relevant in today's world where clothing items are not typically used for extended periods.

For retail consumers, it often doesn't make sense to pay the added premium for direct embroidery unless they are purchasing a limited-edition exclusive product that holds significant sentimental or commemorative value.

The ability to quickly replace patches proves especially beneficial in industries such as auto mechanics, gardeners, and factory workers. In these professions, uniforms often need to be changed at least once or twice a year as per code of conduct guidelines. Investing in direct embroidery for such workwear would be impractical for authorities, as it would entail additional expenses.

Instead, uniforms are collected in bulk, and the patches are carefully cut out of the fabric and re-sewn onto new sets of uniforms. This practice, believe it or not, saves industries hundreds of thousands of dollars annually. Notably, this is not limited to the United States but is a common practice worldwide.

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