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How To Make a Statement With Patches

A versatile decoration technique, patches come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be sublimated, embroidered, screen printed or made of rubber or silicone.

Patches, in one form or another, have been statement pieces for decades, if not centuries. While patches have been around for quite a while, they tend to fade in and out of fashion. But, right now, they’re on trend. Here are a few reasons why.

Custom patches add personality to apparel and accessories. (Kristine Shreve)

  • Patches are versatile, and the advent of custom-cut patches allows for unique shapes to express individuality.
  • Patches are a sustainable choice, particularly for reusing or recycling clothing.
  • Patches make a passion statement, letting wearers show their allegiance to an idea or cause.

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