How to Create Your Own Iron-On Patches
- 1). Draw shapes on paper and cut them out. Shapes can include circles, rectangles, flowers and animals, to name just a few. Use different fabrics to create unique applique-style patches with multiple pieces.
- 2). Pin the shape patterns onto the desired fabrics and cut the shapes out of the fabric.
- 3). Lay the cutout shapes on a piece of plain paper and place a piece of iron-on adhesive, paper side up, on top of the cutout shapes. The plain paper prevents the adhesive from sticking to the work surface.
- 4). Set the iron to cotton with no steam. Press it on the layers of adhesive and cutouts for about two seconds. Let the fabric cool.
- 5). Cut the excess iron-on adhesive from around the cutouts. Peel the paper backing off the patch to iron it to the clothing of your choice.
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