1. Hook on the patch
We stitch the hook side to the back of your finished patch during production.
Hook-and-Loop Backing
Custom Hook-and-Loop Patches for Gear, Uniforms & Bags
Often searched for as "Velcro patches" — VELCRO® is a brand name, and what we supply is generic hook-and-loop backing that works the same way. Available on every patch construction we make, from 5 pieces.
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What hook-and-loop backing is
Hook-and-loop is a two-part fastener. One face is covered in tiny stiff hooks, the other in soft loops; pressed together they hold, and pulled apart they release without damage. On a patch, the hook face is sewn to the back. The loop face is the panel already fitted to most packs, carriers, caps and some uniforms.
How it works in practice
2. Loop on the gear
Your bag, carrier or cap supplies the loop panel. If it has none, a loop piece can be sewn on once.
3. Press and go
Line it up, press it down. It comes off cleanly when you want to change it.
Available on every construction
Embroidered
The most common hook-and-loop patch. Thread texture with the hook side stitched to the back.
Embroidered patchesPVC
Rubber front, hook backing. Wipes clean and handles weather better than thread.
PVC patchesWoven
Thin and flat, so it sits closer to the panel. Best for fine text and name strips.
Woven patchesGlow PVC
Glow front with hook backing for night-visible marker patches.
Glow PVC patchesWhere it is used
Tactical gear
Panels on packs and carriers are already loop-faced, so the patch just presses on.
Bags and backpacks
Change the mark without altering the bag.
Hats and caps
Caps with a loop field on the front take a 2 to 2.5 inch patch.
Uniforms
Name and role patches that move between shifts or garments.
Jackets
Seasonal or event patches you take off before washing.
Team gear
One shared loop panel, many interchangeable team marks.
Removable and interchangeable
The practical advantage is that the patch is not committed to one garment. One loop panel can carry a different patch each day, and patches come off before washing, which extends the life of both the patch and the garment. The trade-off is that hook-and-loop holds less firmly than stitching under heavy pull or sustained wind, so anything on a riding vest or a hard-wearing work jacket is better sewn.
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Pricing
Hook-and-loop backing adds $0.30 per patch. Sew-on, iron-on and adhesive backing are included at no extra charge. Patch pricing itself depends on size, quantity and construction; instant pricing covers anything up to 4 inches on the longest side, and larger sizes get a custom quote.
Hook-and-loop questions
Is hook-and-loop the same as Velcro?
People use the word interchangeably, but VELCRO® is a brand name. What we supply is generic hook-and-loop backing, which functions the same way. We do not represent it as branded VELCRO® product.
Which side comes on the patch?
The hook side is sewn to the back of the patch. That is the side that grips, and it matches the loop panels already fitted to most bags, carriers and caps. If you need the loop side instead, say so on your order and we will note it.
Can I use it on bags?
Yes, as long as the bag has a loop panel. If it does not, a separate loop piece can be sewn to the bag first, or you can choose sew-on backing instead.
Is it available on PVC patches?
Yes. Hook-and-loop is available on every construction we make — embroidered, PVC, glow PVC, woven, printed and chenille.
How much does hook-and-loop backing cost?
Hook-and-loop adds $0.30 per patch. Sew-on, iron-on and adhesive backing carry no extra charge. The surcharge is applied automatically in the calculator with the rest of your order.
Can I order 5 patches?
Every custom patch type starts at 5 pieces: embroidered, woven, printed, chenille, leather, PVC and glow-in-the-dark PVC. Larger quantities simply lower your per-piece price.
Order hook-and-loop patches
Send your artwork and choose hook-and-loop as the backing. Free digital mockup within 24 hours, 10–14 business days after sample approval. No payment until you approve the mockup.