3 Ways to Apply Embroidered Patches to Hats
Embroidered patches on hats serve two purposes: brand placement and uniqueness. Trucker hats, baseball hats, and dad hats are some of the most common hats that include embroidered patch work. There are three different ways to achieve this: gluing, hot ironing, and sewing.
How to glue embroidered patches on hats
It’s tempting to use adhesives to apply your embroidered patch, but this will weaken the fabric of your hat and cause it to rip apart over time. Fabric glue won’t work on every piece of fabric, especially slick ones, and the glue will eventually melt away before it’s too late.
How to hot iron embroidered patches on hats
Ironing on a patch is not difficult; in fact, it is more difficult and time-consuming than using glue, but the upside is that your patch will last much longer. We included all necessary steps and made it simple for you to hot iron patches on your hats.
How to sew embroidered patches on hats
Sewing is the most durable and long-lasting way to add personalized patches to your hats. There are two ways to sew an embroidered patch to a hat: with a hand sewing machine, and with a heavy-duty needle if you’re sewing with a machine.
Where can I get my embroidered patches for my hats?
We can make fully customized hats for you, down to the fabric you choose and the amount of paneling you want, if you contact one of our representatives via our website’s live chat or provide us with some project details here.
What Stitch is best for patches?
Return the needle to the uniform about 1/4″ (6mm) from where it was taken out.
- A straight stitch is not only the easiest but also the quickest way to sew a patch on, and it is also the least visible stitch.
Do iron on patches work on hats?
Some patches are iron-on, and you can iron them onto the cap; if the patch isn’t iron-on, you’ll have to glue or sew it on. Iron an iron-on patch onto the baseball cap. Allow it to cool, then remove the needles and the patch is ready to wear.
How do you put patches on without sewing?
Even if the patch isn’t iron-on, you might be able to attach it to your jacket without sewing if you use fabric glue. Most fabric glue is a simple application; apply it to the back of the patch and then stick it to the jacket.
How much does it cost to sew a patch on a hat?
Estimate for Sewing Services
| Hats / Snapbacks | -100 | 100 – 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Patch onto Hat | $1.65 | $1.25 |
| Iron AND Sew Patch onto Hat | $3.25 | $2.85 |
| Sew Label into Snap-Back Seam in Rear of Hat | $2.10 | $1.95 |
| Sew Label onto Inside of Hat | $2.25 | $2.10 |
Can you put patches on hats?
Embroidered patches on hats serve two purposes: brand placement and individuality. Applying embroidered patches to blank hats is simple and can be done in three ways: gluing, hot ironing, and sewing.
Is it better to sew or iron on a patch?
Sew on patches are also great because they give the garment on which the patch is attached more flexibility. For example, if you don’t want your patch to be stiff, you can have the iron on backing removed and the patch can flow a little with the fabric once it’s sewn on.
What kind of needle do you use to sew patches?
Tips for Sewing Uniform Patches: On your sewing machine, use a larger sewing needle u2013 one designed for heavy-weight fabrics, such as a 90/14.
Are iron-on patches good?
I believe it is always preferable to purchase iron-on patches because they provide the most flexibility: you can iron them on, sew them on, or even do both for a super-permanent bond; you could even iron them on at home for immediate use and then sew them when you have access to a sewing machine for added permanence.
Do iron-on patches come off in the wash?
Iron-on patches will not come off in the first wash; however, you must wash them in cold water.