Iron-on Patch Instructions

IRON-ON PATCH INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat your iron: Set your iron to a medium to high heat setting. Do NOT use steam!

  2. Prepare the garment: Ensure that the garment or fabric item you plan to attach the patch to is clean and free from wrinkles. Lay it flat on a hard, sturdy, and heat-resistant surface.
  3. Position the patch: Place the embroidered iron-on patch face up wherever you'd like.
  4. Protect the patch: Place a thin cloth/cotton fabric or baking sheet on top of the patch before ironing. This prevents direct contact between the iron and the embroidered surface.
  5. Apply heat: Place the hot iron on top of the patch, directly over the design. Apply firm, even pressure without moving the iron around. Hold it in place for about 8-15 seconds. If the garment material is thicker, apply heat for up to 45 seconds depending on thickness.

  6. Apply heat to the back: Turn the garment inside-out and place the hot iron on the back of the patch, directly over the design, for about 30 seconds.
  7. Check the adhesion: Carefully lift the corner of the patch to see if it adhered to the fabric. If the patch lifts off, place it back down and reapply heat for a few more seconds until it firmly sticks.
  8. Allow to set: Let the patch and garment cool down for a few minutes. Avoid touching the patch while it's still warm, as it may not have fully bonded to the fabric yet. It's generally recommended to wait at least 24 hours before washing to ensure maximum durability.

Note: If you've followed the above steps and your patch is still not sticking, it might be worth considering alternative attachment methods such as sewing or using fabric glue.

Please note, that iron-on patches are best for denim and cotton-based materials, and can provide long-lasting adhesion for over 20 washes. If peeling appears sewing or reapplying with fabric glue is recommended. 

 

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

  • Do NOT dry clean! 
  • Turn inside out for washing and drying to protect embroidery stitches. Do not wash together with apparel that has zippers, studs, or other parts that can damage or tear into the stitching. 
  • Hand wash or wash cold, on a gentle/delicate cycle. Wash with similar colors only!  
  • Hang to dry. Do NOT tumble dry! 
  • If the embroidery somehow gets damaged and you see a thread coming loose or sticking out, cut it short with scissors and use a lighter to carefully burn the thread to the base of the pattern to prevent further loosening. 

If you have any further questions or run into an issue, please don’t hesitate to contact us first to help with a solution! We’ll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours tops. 

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