Patches
From Makerpedia
Making Patches
To make a basic patch, cut it out of scrap fabric and ensure it is big enough to cover the hole and .5" to 1" around it. The extra fabric will be attached to the strong, undamaged material instead of the potentially frayed fabric around the hole. Round the corners to decrease bulk and press the edges flat with an iron. Patches can be attached to the interior or exterior of the garment.
Exterior Patches
Place the patch over the damaged area, with the hole centered, and pin it into place. Sew a running stitch around the entire perimeter, and when you're done, tie off the thread on the underside of the patch.
Interior Patches
Things to Consider
- It is better to have a patch that is too big than one that is too small.
- Try to match the patch's material, weave, and weight to the clothing being repaired.
- Lighter patches need to have their edges finished, but doing the same to denim might be too bulk and uncomfortable. Instead, the edges of the patch can be tucked.
- Make denim knee patches larger than the knee so they don't bulk in that area while bending the knee.
- If you have a pretty designed patch that is too weak for the repair, put a stronger patch under it to support it.
- Interior patches can be used to highlight the holes in the clothing.
