How to Iron on a Patch

🧵 How to Iron On a Patch (Quick Guide)

🧰 What You’ll Need:

• 🔹 Iron-on patch
• 🔹 Fabric item (jacket, bag, jeans, etc.)
• 🔹 Household iron (steam turned off)
• 🔹 Thin cloth (like a tea towel or pillowcase)
• 🔹 Ironing board or flat heat-safe surface

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1️⃣ Prep Your Fabric

🧼 Lay your fabric flat and make sure it’s clean and wrinkle-free.

✅ Best fabrics: cotton, denim, canvas
❌ Avoid delicate fabrics: nylon, silk, or stretch materials

2️⃣ Heat the Iron

🔥 Set your iron to the cotton/high heat setting (170–200°C / 340–390°F).
💧 Turn off steam and let the iron heat fully.

3️⃣ Position the Patch

📍Place the patch adhesive side down where you want it.
📏 Double-check the placement — once it's on, it’s on!

4️⃣ Cover and Protect

🧣 Lay a thin cloth over the patch to protect it from direct heat.

5️⃣ Iron It On

🕒 Press the iron firmly down for 25–35 seconds.
❗ Do not slide the iron — just press and hold.
🔁 Repeat in sections if your patch is larger than the iron’s surface.

6️⃣ Seal the Back (Optional but Stronger)

🔄 Flip the item inside out.
🔲 Iron the back of the patch area for 15–20 seconds.

7️⃣ Cool and Set

❄️ Let it cool completely for at least 10 minutes.
💪 This helps the adhesive bond fully with the fabric.

✨ Pro Tip:

For extra durability, especially on items that get washed often,
🧵 Stitch around the edges after ironing.