How to Iron On a Patch

Holes that form in jeans and pants can be very frustrating. You don't want to throw the pants out, but you also don't want to pay too much to have them repaired. Iron-on patches are a great solution to this problem, especially in children's clothing. Patches are simple to apply and a quick fix to any hole.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Towel (if needed)
• Patch
• Iron

1. Prepare your item for patching. Make sure it is clean and the area that needs patching has been ironed flat. Take the patch and place it on the hole. Plug in your iron and set it to dry hot heat.

2. Heat up your iron for about ten minutes. Place the iron on top of the patch and simply press down. Do not use any motion, just press down. Hold the iron in place for about one minute and then raise it up. Press down for another minute or two and let the patch cool for about five minutes.

3. Check the patch to see if it will peel up. If it does not, you are good to go. If it does peel up, continue the pressing process for about a ten minute period. This should help the patch stick to the fabric.

Tips & Warnings

• Be sure that you have read the directions on your patch. Some patches can be ironed directly on the hole, but some need to have a towel placed on top of the patch before an iron touches it.

[russellcox]

on 8/1/2009 This is nice article about a simple solution to a common problem. Ironing patches on jeans fixes the rips and it also give them a bit of rough and tumble character.

[Desula]

on 7/19/2008 Thanks for help on ironing on patches. They can save a garment.

[mattlee]

on 7/19/2008 Hey thanks!!

[FUSILLI1OF4]

on 7/19/2008 Good article.

[3-Point]

on 7/18/2008 Thanks for these wonderful tips.