How to Order Custom Leather Patch Hats (What It Is Like to Work With Outsiders Supply)

Ben Keller • April 1, 2026

If you have ever tried to order custom hats for your business, you already know how it usually goes:

  • Slow responses
  • Limited hat options
  • Confusing pricing
  • Generic design support, if any at all



And worst of all, you feel like just another order number.

That is exactly why we built a different process at Outsiders Supply Co.

If you are considering a custom leather patch hats bulk order, this breakdown shows exactly what it is like to work with us from first contact to delivery.

Step 1: You Reach Out and Talk to a Real Person

No bots. No ticket systems. No bouncing between departments.

When you reach out through our website , Instagram , email, call, or text, you are talking directly to Ben or Jordan.

From the first conversation, we focus on three things:


  • What you need
  • What your vision is
  • What your end goal looks like



This is where we separate ourselves right away.

We are not just taking an order. We are working with you to build something that fits your brand.

Step 2: We Help You Choose the Right Hats

Once we understand your goals, we help you decide on the right hats for your business.

We look at:


  • Your industry
  • Your customer base
  • How the hats will be used
  • The overall look you want to achieve


You are not limited to a small catalog

Because of our procurement network, we can source a wide range of hat blanks as long as they are in stock.

That includes:


  • Meshback trucker hats
  • Performance rope hats
  • Flat bill styles
  • Structured and unstructured fits



If there is a specific hat you have in mind, we can usually get it.

This gives you flexibility that most suppliers simply do not offer.

Step 3: We Design Your Patch With You

This is one of the most important parts of the process.

You can:


  • Send us your logo
  • Bring us an idea
  • Or have us create a design from scratch


Design is included on bulk orders

If you need help creating something, we will build it for you and refine it until it is right.

We design with production in mind, which means:



  • Clean lines
  • Proper contrast
  • Strong readability on leather

You will see exactly what you are getting

Before anything goes into production, we send you a design proof.

You will know exactly what your hats will look like before we make them.

No guessing. No surprises.

Step 4: You Approve and Place Your Order

Once your design is approved and your hat styles and quantities are finalized:


  • We confirm all order details
  • You submit payment
  • Production is scheduled



We keep this step simple and clear so nothing gets missed.

Step 5: Production Begins After Payment

Once payment is received, we begin production.


Typical production timelines:

  • Orders under 100 hats
    Ship in about
    2 to 4 weeks
  • Orders over 100 hats
    Ship in about
    2 to 6 weeks, depending on current production volume
  • Large orders approaching 1,000 hats or more


We can break shipments up so you receive hats in batches as they are completed

This means you can start using or selling your hats sooner instead of waiting for the entire order to finish.

Step 6: Delivery and What to Expect

When your hats arrive, they are ready to go.

At this point, most of our customers are using them for:


  • Employee gear
  • Customer merchandise
  • Retail sales
  • Brand promotion



Because the process was handled correctly from the start, the final product reflects your brand the way it should.

Why Our Process Works Better for Business Owners

Every step is designed to remove the common frustrations people run into when ordering custom hats.

You get:


  • Direct communication with real people
  • Guidance on hat selection
  • Professional design support included
  • Clear proofs before production
  • Flexible sourcing of hat styles
  • Transparent timelines



Most importantly, you get a partner that is invested in the outcome.

What This Means for Your Brand

When your hats are done right, they become more than just merchandise.

They become:


  • A representation of your brand
  • Something your customers actually want to wear
  • A product that can generate revenue



That only happens when the process is done with intention from the beginning.

When You Are Ready to Start Your Order

When You Are Ready to Start Your Order

If you are planning a custom leather patch hats bulk order, the process should feel:


  • Clear
  • Collaborative
  • Straightforward


Not confusing or transactional.



At Outsiders Supply Co., the goal is simple.

Help you create hats that actually represent your brand and get worn in the real world.

When that happens, your hats stop being just another order.

They become part of your identity.



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