Charges In Light, Glows All Night

GLOWS,
IN THE DARK.

A patch that looks completely normal in daylight, then lights up the moment the lights go out. Explore the details below — up close, side by side, and everything in between — before you request your quote.

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Looks Normal By Day

In daylight it reads as a standard patch — the glow effect stays hidden until the room goes dark.

Recharges On Its Own

A short burst of light or sun is all it takes to reset the glow — no batteries, no electronics, no upkeep.

Built For Visibility

A favorite for outdoor gear, safety uniforms, and night events where being seen after dark actually matters.

Every Detail, Zoomed In

Daylight View — full patch
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In The Dark thumbnail
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Daylight View — full patch — the complete patch under normal light

Daylight vs. In The Dark

Patch under daylight Patch glowing in the dark
Daylight In The Dark

The Full Spec Sheet

Everything that goes into a standard glow-in-the-dark patch.

Base FabricTwill or felt
Glow ThreadPhotoluminescent polyester
Charge Method30 seconds of direct light
Edge FinishMerrowed or hot-cut
Backing OptionsIron-on, sew-on, velcro, adhesive
Glow ColorGreen-white (other tints on request)
Size Range1.5" – 8"
Minimum Order25 pieces

How It's Made

Five steps, from your artwork to a finished patch.

01

Artwork Review

We check your design for embroidery-readiness and flag any areas too fine to hold the glow thread cleanly.

02

Digitizing

Your art is converted into a stitch file that controls needle path, direction, and density.

03

Glow Thread Mapping

We mark which sections stitch in photoluminescent thread, and preview both the daylight and dark look on your proof.

04

Stitching

Run on commercial multi-head embroidery machines, then trimmed and edge-sealed by hand.

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Shipped To You

Packed flat in water-resistant sleeves and shipped with tracking, worldwide.

Straight From Customers

Before You Order

Can't find your answer here? Reach out — we're happy to help.

What's the minimum order quantity?

Just 25 pieces per design — there's no massive factory minimum standing between you and a custom patch.

How does the glow-in-the-dark effect actually work?

The glow sections are stitched with a photoluminescent thread that absorbs light and slowly releases it as a visible glow once the lights go out — no batteries or electronics involved.

How long does the patch glow for?

A full charge from direct light gives several hours of visible glow, gradually fading over time. A quick re-charge under any light source resets it.

Does the glow thread fade or stop working over time?

The photoluminescent thread is durable and washable, though like any glow material its brightness will gradually mellow over years of heavy use and washing.

Can I combine glow thread with regular colored thread?

Yes — most designs mix standard thread colors for the daytime look with glow thread on select outlines or details for the nighttime effect.

I don't have finished artwork — can you still help?

Absolutely. Send us a rough sketch, a description, or a reference image, and our design team will build a proof from scratch.

Ready to bring your design to life?