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Custom Chenille Patches | Varsity & Letterman Style | Cold Patches
Classic Varsity Style

Custom Chenille
Patches — Soft, Bold & Iconic

The signature look of varsity jackets, letterman awards, and school spirit — made to your exact design. Thick wool chenille, vibrant felt backings, and expert craftsmanship starting.

50K+
Patches Delivered
14+
Years Experience
4.9★
Customer Rating
Close-up of a custom chenille patch with thick wool texture and felt backing on a varsity jacket
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What We Offer

The Classic Look of
Chenille Patches

Chenille patches are defined by their distinctive raised, fuzzy texture — created by looping thick yarn through a felt or twill base. This is the look and feel of traditional varsity and letterman patches, trusted by schools, sports teams, and streetwear brands alike.

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Thick Wool & Acrylic Chenille Yarn

We use premium chenille yarn — dense, soft, and colorfast. The raised pile gives each patch a tactile depth no embroidered or printed patch can replicate.

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Vibrant Felt Color Backgrounds

Classic felt backing in 30+ colors. Your school colors, team palette, or brand colors reproduced exactly every time.

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Letters, Numbers & Custom Shapes

From single chenille letters to full mascot patches — any shape, any size from 2" up to 14"+.

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Sew-On & Iron-On Options

Traditional sew-on for jackets and apparel, or heat-seal iron-on backing for easy application — your choice on every order.

Product Range

Every Style of Chenille Patch

Whether you need classic varsity letters or a full custom mascot, our chenille range covers every school, team, and brand need.

⭐ Most Popular

Varsity Letter Chenille Patches

The iconic raised chenille letter on a felt background — the cornerstone of every letterman jacket. Available in all letters, numbers, and school color combinations.

All letters & numbers
Full Design

Custom Shape Chenille Patches

Go beyond letters — mascots, logos, shields, stars, and fully custom die-cut shapes rendered in thick chenille yarn with felt or twill backing.

Any shapeMascots & logos
Multi-Texture

Chenille + Embroidery Combo Patches

Combine the soft chenille fill with embroidered outlines, text, and fine detail. Perfect for school crests and team logos that need both boldness and precision.

Detailed designsSchool crests
Awards

Athletic Award Chenille Patches

Sport-specific award patches — football, basketball, baseball, cheer, track — for student-athlete recognition programs and booster clubs.

All sportsBulk available
Streetwear

Oversized Chenille Back Patches

Large-format chenille patches for jacket backs and hoodies — bold, textured centerpieces for streetwear brands and custom apparel lines.

Up to 14"+Fashion brands
Mini Size

Small Chenille Accent Patches

2"–3" chenille patches for hats, bags, and sleeve accents. Same premium yarn and felt quality in a compact format for subtle branding and decoration.

Caps & bagsSleeve accents
Varsity letter chenille patch on letterman jacket
Varsity Letter Patch
Sports team chenille award patch
Sports Award Patch
Custom mascot chenille patch
Mascot Chenille Patch
School crest chenille patch
School Crest Patch
Oversized chenille back patch for jacket
Jacket Back Patch
Chenille number patch for athletic uniform
Number Patches
Streetwear brand chenille patch
Streetwear Brand Patch
Chenille + embroidery combo patch
Chenille Combo Patch
Why Cold Patches

Why Our Chenille Patches Stand Apart

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Free Artwork & Unlimited Revisions

Submit any logo, letter, or sketch. Our designers convert it to a production-ready chenille layout at zero cost. Revise until it's perfect — no limits, no extra charges.

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No Hidden Fees or Setup Charges

The price per patch is what you pay. No digitizing fees, no setup fees, no minimum order surcharges. Transparent, honest pricing since 2012.

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Premium Wool & Acrylic Chenille Yarn

We use the same heavy chenille yarn trusted by varsity jacket manufacturers for decades — thick pile, rich color, and durable construction that holds its shape wash after wash.

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10–15 Business Day Turnaround

Most orders ship within 10–15 business days from artwork approval. Rush 7-day and 5-day production available for award ceremonies and season deadlines.

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Free Shipping on All US Orders

No minimum for free shipping within the United States. International shipping available at competitive rates with end-to-end tracking.

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100% Satisfaction Guarantee

If your patches don't match the approved proof, we remake or refund — no questions asked. Our A+ BBB rating reflects a decade of standing behind every order.

Pricing Guide

Volume Pricing

Price per patch — 4" standard chenille letter, single design. Larger sizes and combo patches adjusted accordingly.

Chenille Patches — Price Per Piece
10 – 49 patches$3.49
50 – 99 patches$2.49
100 – 249 patches$1.79
250 – 499 patches$1.29
500 – 999 patches$0.99
1,000+ patchesCustom Quote

Includes free artwork, free revisions, felt backing, sew-on finish & free US shipping. Get a custom quote →

Who We Serve

Chenille Patches for Every Team & Brand

From high school athletics to premium streetwear — our chenille patches serve clients who want texture, tradition, and quality.

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High Schools & Universities

Varsity letters, athletic awards, school spirit patches, and JROTC insignia for students and staff.

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Sports Teams & Leagues

Team logos, sport-specific award patches, championship patches for jerseys, jackets, and bags.

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Streetwear & Fashion Brands

Oversized chenille logos, retro-style accent patches, and textured branding for apparel lines.

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Athletic Programs & Booster Clubs

Bulk award patches for student athletes — customized by sport, year, and achievement level.

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Greek Life & Fraternities

Chapter letters, organization crests, event patches, and philanthropy recognition badges.

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Custom Apparel Brands

Chenille patch labels and branding for premium hoodies, jackets, and limited-edition drops.

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Event & Camp Organizations

Summer camp patches, event commemoratives, and program milestone awards in chenille.

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Clubs & Organizations

Club identifiers, chapter patches, and custom chenille insignia for any group or association.

How It Works

From Idea to Your Hands

Ordering custom chenille patches is straightforward. Our team handles every detail so you can focus on your design.

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Submit Your Design

Upload your logo, letter, or sketch. Any file format works — even a rough hand drawing of your mascot.

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Get a Digital Proof

Within 24 hours, receive a full-color digital proof showing chenille fill areas, felt background colors, and dimensions.

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Approve or Revise

Request unlimited free revisions until every color and shape is exactly right. Production only starts on your sign-off.

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We Manufacture

Skilled craftspeople stitch your chenille patch using industrial looms and premium wool/acrylic yarn blends.

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Fast Delivery

Ships within 10–15 business days. Free US shipping with real-time tracking — arrives before your season starts.

Complete Guide

Everything About Custom Chenille Patches

Chenille patches have defined the look of varsity and letterman jackets for over 100 years. The distinctive raised, fuzzy texture — created by looping thick chenille yarn through a felt base — is instantly recognizable as a symbol of athletic achievement and school pride.

At Cold Patches, we've been manufacturing chenille patches since 2012 — producing thousands of varsity letters, mascot patches, and custom designs for high schools, universities, sports leagues, streetwear brands, and clubs across the United States and internationally.

What Are Chenille Patches Made Of?

A standard chenille patch consists of a felt or twill base fabric, chenille yarn looped through the base to create a raised pile surface, and often embroidered outlines or detail stitching to sharpen the design. Premium chenille patches use a wool-acrylic blend yarn for maximum softness, color depth, and durability.

Chenille vs. Embroidered Patches — What's the Difference?

Embroidered patches use flat thread stitched in a pattern to create the design. Chenille patches use thick looped yarn that creates a raised, soft, almost carpet-like texture. Chenille is the standard for varsity letters and large filled areas where embroidery would appear flat by comparison. Many premium patches combine both — chenille fill with embroidered borders and lettering.

Custom Chenille Patches for Schools & Athletics

Whether you need varsity letter patches for an entire graduating class or sport-specific award patches for your booster club, we manufacture to exact school color specifications.

  • Felt backgrounds available in 30+ colors to match school palettes
  • Chenille letters in all sizes from 2" to 14"+
  • Combo patches with both chenille fill and embroidered detail
  • Individual customization within bulk orders (different sports, years)
  • Bulk reorders at the same price, guaranteed for 12 months

Minimum Order Quantities

Our minimum order is just 10 patches per design, making us accessible to individuals, small booster clubs, and startups as well as large school districts ordering thousands of award patches per season. Volume discounts apply automatically.

FAQ
Common Questions
What's the minimum order quantity?
Our minimum order is 10 patches per design. There's no maximum — we regularly handle orders of 5,000+ patches for school districts and athletic associations.
How long does production take?
Standard production is 10–15 business days from design approval. Rush 7-day and 5-day options are available for award ceremonies or tight season schedules.
Do you charge for artwork or design work?
Never. Artwork creation and unlimited revisions are completely free with every order, regardless of design complexity.
Can you match our exact school colors?
Yes. We stock 30+ felt colors and chenille yarn in hundreds of shades. Provide your Pantone codes or color samples and we'll match as closely as possible.
What's the difference between sew-on and iron-on chenille?
Sew-on is the traditional method — most durable for jackets and heavy apparel. Iron-on has a heat-activated backing for easy DIY application. We recommend sew-on for varsity jackets and iron-on for lighter fabrics.
Are chenille patches washable?
Yes. Our chenille patches are colorfast and durable. We recommend cold machine wash on gentle cycle, or hand wash, to preserve the raised pile texture over time.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. US orders ship free. We also ship to Canada, UK, Australia, and most countries worldwide. International rates calculated at checkout.
Customer Reviews

What Our Customers Say

★★★★★

"Ordered 300 varsity letter patches for our athletic department. The chenille pile is thick and uniform, colors matched our school palette perfectly. Arrived 3 days early — just in time for the awards banquet."

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Tom Maher
Athletic Director, Lincoln High School
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"We've used Cold Patches for our streetwear brand's chenille logo patches two seasons running. The texture is exactly what we wanted — premium, raised, and consistent. Our customers notice the quality."

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Alex Kim
Founder, Relic Apparel Co.
★★★★★

"Ordered chenille mascot patches for our entire school district's booster clubs — 1,200 pieces across 6 schools. Every single one was spot-on. The combo chenille + embroidery design looked incredible on the jackets."

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Rachel Cortez
District Booster Coordinator, Texas
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Get Your Custom Chenille Patches Today

No setup fees. Free artwork. Free US shipping. Proof in 24 hours, patches in 15 days.

Free artwork & design Minimum 10 patches only Free US shipping 100% satisfaction guaranteed 10–15 day turnaround
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