Custom Applique Services: From Fabric to Finished Garment
Get a premium, sewn-on fabric look with custom applique. Great for team uniforms, school spirit wear, and corporate apparel. At Broken Arrow, we handle everything in-house: fabric cutting, precision sewing, and finishing. Your garments arrive ready to wear.
Industry-Low 12-Piece Minimum
Get professional applique without huge order requirements. Great for small teams, businesses, or special events.
Lightning-Fast Turnaround
Because we control every step in-house, your custom applique orders ship faster than companies that outsource the work.
Complete Customization
Pick from three stitch types, many fabric colors, and different layering options to get the look you want.
Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing
No setup fees, no hidden costs, and free shipping. What you see is what you pay.
Applique Fabric & Material Options
Appliqué can be created from a variety of fabrics, each offering its own texture, weight, and visual style. From the crisp durability of tackle twill to the soft, dimensional look of felt, your material choice helps define the overall feel of your design. We also offer custom fabric options—perfect for creating something one-of-a-kind that truly stands out. Whether you are going for a bold athletic look or a cozy handmade vibe, the right applique material makes all the difference.
Custom
Looking for a unique material? color? or something totally different? Talk to our team about using a custom fabric for our applique project, additional fees apply.
1-Layer vs. 2-Layer Applique: What is the Difference?
Choosing the right applique style comes down to the look, budget, and vibe you are looking for. Both options deliver a premium, stitched-on finish, but each has its own strengths. Here is a quick breakdown to help you pick the perfect style for your apparel:
1-Layer Applique
Clean, lightweight, and budget-friendly. This technique uses a single piece of fabric sewn onto the garment.
- Look: Sleek, minimal, bold single-color shapes
- Weight:Feels lighter and more flexible on the garment
- Cost: Most economical option
- Best For: Teams, schools, promo, large block letters
- Edge Finish: Satin, zigzag, or running stitch
2-Layer Applique
Dimensional, premium look with color and texture contrast. Adds pop for logos and varsity styling.
- Look: Outlined, shadowed, or multi-color effect
- Weight: Slightly heavier with a more substantial feel
- Cost: Around $3/piece additional
- Best For: Retail-style, fashion brands or spirit wear
- Edge Finish: Typically satin or zigzag for a bold border
Applique Stitch Types
- Running Stitch:A running stitch creates a single line by sewing evenly spaced dashed lines. It gives the applique fabric a "raw" edge, so is best used with felt material.
- Triangle Stitch:A combination of a running stitch with traditional zig-zag stitch. The running stitch holds the edge down while the zig-zag stitch secures the fabric in place while adding visual interest.
- Satin Stitch (Additional Cost Applies):A densely woven stitch creates a high-quality, refined edge look. It secures all types of applique fabrics and minimizes fraying, resulting in a sleek, completed appearance.
Running Stitch
Triangle Stitch
Satin Stitch
Sample Applique Pricing on the Gildan 18500
| Piece Per Item | 12 | 24 | 48 | 72 | 100 | 144 | 400 | 600+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Layer | $53.89 | $45.18 | $43.03 | $38.47 | $38.17 | $35.65 | $33.97 | $33.87 |
| 2-Layer | $57.22 | $48.52 | $46.03 | $41.47 | $41.17 | $38.40 | $36.64 | $36.58 |
| 3-Layer | Email info@brokenarrowwear.com for Custom Pricing | |||||||
Tackle Twill Applique Colors
White
Cream
Pink
Lilac
Maize
Neon Yellow
Light Gold
Gold
Vegas Gold
Old Gold
Tan
SafetyOrange
Orange
Tn Orange
BurntOrange
Texas Orange
Neon Pink
Greek Pink
Red
Devil Red
Cardinal
49erBurgundy
Maroon
Purple
Cyan
Shark Teal
Columbia Blue
Quebec
Royal
Cobalt
Dark Royal
Navy
Neon Green
Kelly
Dark Green
Brown
Charcoal
Grey
Eagle Grey
Black
Felt Applique Color Chart
Ivory
Eggshell
Blush
Orange
Gold
Antique Gold
Pink
Fuschia
Red
Cardinal
Burgundy
Purple
Royal
Pirate Green
Emerald
Evergreen
Baby Blue
French Blue
Camel
Silver
Smoke
Brown
Black
Traditonal vs. Reverse Applique: Which Style Fits Your Design?
Learn more about the differences between standard applique and reverse applique and their distinctly unique style.
Traditional Applique
- Fabric is sewn on top of the garment
- Clean, polished, dimensional look
- Most budget-friendly applique option
- Durable finish that holds up over time
- Works with all material types
Reverse Applique
- Fabric is placed behind the garment and the top layer is lasered away
- Unique cut-out effect with artistic depth
- Creates a distressed or vintage appearance
- Non-finished edge will fray over time
- Works with most material types
Reverse applique is more limited in the fabrics, stitch type and detail. Due to the application process of reverse applique, it will feel heavier and more bulky on the inside.
Quick Stitch: Applique in Action
Pick the Perfect Fabric
One Layer vs. Two Layer
Reverse Applique
Choosing Stitch Color
Examples of Applique Garments
Frequently Asked Questions about Custom Applique
Applique is a decoration method where a piece of fabric or felt is placed on top of another fabric (typically sweatshirts) and then sewn onto that fabric. Applique fabrics are typically cut with a laser either before the garment is sewn, or after it is sewn via a laser bridge or specical laser that is made to work with commerical embroidery machinery.
The most common applique materials are twill and felt, although almost any fabric can be used. We have used many materials such as velvet, burlap, canvas, costume material and so many more.
Because we are adding an additonal layer to your shirt, applique has a little bit of a heavier feel than other apparel decoration methods. For comfort when wearing, we recommend avoiding any lightweight garments. Heavyweight t-shirts or any type of sweatshirt including crewnecks, hoodies and 1/4 zips will give you the best result with the most comfort.
Applique is sewn on your garment, much like standard embroidery, so it offers high durability that should withstand hundreds of washes. Applique is washed like any other item, no special care or instructions are needed. You can even throw your custom applique sweatshirt into the dryer like normal!
We offer one of the lowest minimums for true custom applique at just a 12 piece minimum order. You can mix and match products, but the applique must remain the same on all items including the applique deisgn and material.
Yes! It is common to add standard embroidery to your applique design. This method is cost-effective for pairing with your logo or design. We also can combine screen printing, DTG, DTF and rhinestones with your applique. Some limitations exist, but our team will advise on what will work for your logo.
The final price of your applique product depends on a few factors. It depends on how many you order. It also depends on the type of garment. Lastly, it depends on the number of layers in your design. To give you a rough starting point with costs, we've priced the Gildan Heavy Blend Hoodie below with both screen printing and applique so you can compare the prices.
Applique Pricing Comparision Chart
| Piece Per Item | 12 | 24 | 48 | 72 | 100 | 144 | 400 | 600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Color Screenprint | $38.00 | $29.69 | $28.67 | $28.17 | $24.07 | $23.87 | $22.40 | $20.90 |
| 1-Layer | $53.89 | $45.18 | $43.03 | $38.47 | $38.17 | $35.65 | $33.97 | $33.87 |
| 2-Layer | $57.22 | $48.52 | $46.03 | $41.47 | $41.17 | $38.40 | $36.64 | $36.58 |
| 3-Layer | Email info@brokenarrowwear.com for Custom Pricing | |||||||
Varsity and Pro Block are popular due to their collegiate, simple look. Any font that leans towards simplicity works well, so you have more than those two options!
Our standard turn-around time for applique is 8 business days from the day your order is placed to the day its delivered. We do have rush services available if you need your items more quickly.
Interested in our Applique Services?
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