Our mothers and grandmothers managed to renew torn clothes, duvet covers, aprons with the help of original patches either in the form of an apple or in the form of a flower. Now, in any craft store, you can find a large selection of thermal applications that are used both as patches and simply as an additional decoration for children's clothing, bags, jackets and jeans.
Instructions
Step 1
Iron-on patches (or thermal patches) can be made from suede, denim, often machine embroidery. In the assortment of large stores, you can easily find patches on any topic: children, flowers, symbols and emblems, inscriptions and more.
Step 2
To glue such a patch, you need to attach it to the front side of the product with the glue side down, press it with a hot iron and hold it for about 30 seconds. The iron temperature should be no higher than 150 degrees. It is recommended to cover suede patches with a damp cloth first, and only then press with an iron.
Step 3
If the applique is large, carefully select the optimal place to place it on the garment. It is best to pin the patch or sweep it, then try on the product and make sure that the image is exactly where you need it. To prevent the applique from slipping off when you remove the pins or basting, mark the edges of the patch on the garment with soap or tailor's chalk.
Step 4
Thermal applications usually hold well and for a long time only if they are small and glued in places where they are not subject to frequent rubbing. Therefore, after gluing the patch, it is best to nevertheless stitch it in addition to the product, or at least grab it with a few stitches. Pay special attention to the narrow and sharp parts of the patch - they come off first.
