Question?

[tanya]

To all my crafty friends,

I am the most uncrafty person that I know. I have no idea if these work or are successful?

DS has always had a thing for Donald Duck. I have found some iron on embroidered patches. I am thinking of getting them to iron them onto a polo style shirt for him.

Has anyone ever used patches like these before? Do they work? Do they stay ironed on? Is there any fabric that they don't stay on. I am going to use some type of cotton fabric.

This is just a random idea floating around my head. Any feedback would be welcomed.

 

[ChristmasPir8]

Hmm good question. Depends on how sturdy they are. Like. Traditional patch should do ok. Synthetic material's are not as good they can melt so stick w/ cotton, polo's would be good.
On a side note DS10 likes Donald Duck as well.

 

[DahliaDoll]

Sorry I don't have any personal experience. I would suggest you might do some Google research if no one here has better information. I would also suggest that you stick with 100% cotton and be sure to wash it inside-out.

 

[Lana]

The few iron on items I used many years ago--I still stitched around them for extra hold just in case.

 

[tanya]

Thanks ladies,

I will order the patches and try them- only cost a few $ so worth a try.

 

[JeniferDwn]

when my kids were smaller, I bought the t-shirts from Hobby Lobby when they were 50% off because I have kids that spill everything on their shirts!!! Then I ironed on patches and initials (for my daughter) and they stayed on very well even through washing lots of times. It made really cute outfits. They don't seem to stay on denim jackets and thicker materials very well though. Also BE SURE TO TURN OFF THE STEAM on the iron!!!! it will ruin a patch! I have ruined several and several knee patches!! LOL

 

[sweetpumkinpye]

I think the iron on patches are a great idea. Give it a go, it can't hurt.