How to Make Custom Embroidery Patches

So, at long last, you’ve decided to make your own embroidered patches. That’s incredible! Whether you’re an artist or designer who wants to see your work in thread form, an event organiser looking to make patches for an upcoming event, or if you need patches for your business or organisation, we can help. This guide will walk you through the process. From coming up with a concept to receiving your finished product, we’ll walk you through the entire process. Let’s begin by looking at some of the many options available to you.

Patches can be used to dress up a denim jacket or purse in a fun and fashionable way. Homemade embroidered patches are simple to make. While there are four different ways to make patches, you’ll find that you can mix and match some of them. Using four different approaches, this article will show you how to make and attach your handmade patches. Patterns for each of these should be chosen according to the size of the patches you want to make. Smaller designs, such as the elements of a fruit pattern, work well, though there is no rule. It’s easy to attach them to a bag, hat, or jacket.

Percentage of Embroidery

Sewn onto “twill” fabric is an embroidered patch. On a patch that isn’t fully embroidered, some of the twill will show through. A percentage less than 100% can be a good choice if your design includes a solid backdrop colour. When twill is visible, it is frequently used as a ‘background’ colour. Patches with up to 99 percent embroidery will cost slightly less than those with 100% embroidery. It’s entirely your decision!

Border Patching Options

On embroidered patches, Merrowed and Die-Cut borders are available. Merrowed borders are an option for designs that aren’t too complicated. Die-cut borders may also be beneficial to simple shapes. They are, however, more commonly used on more complex designs. The cost difference between the two options is negligible.

Backing Options

There are a variety of backing options for embroidered patches. If you want to save a little money, the plastic backing option is included in all orders for free. For a small fee per patch, you can have iron-on, adhesive, hook and loop (one or two sides), pin back, or magnetic backings. You can also choose to have no backing at all.

Designing Embroidered Patches: Some Pointers

Consider combining red and blue, black and yellow, neon pink, and neon green. This will help your patch become more readable and appealing. Maintain an uncomplicated approach: When embroidering a 60mm patch, it’s like sketching on a dinner plate with a very thick felt tip pen.

Choose a border colour that goes well with your design: A patch’s border not only frames and defines your design, but it also brings the patch to a close and prevents loose threads. Why not make a border that matches the rest of the patch by using a colour from the main design? Consider the earlier analogy of a “extremely thick felt tip pen.”

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