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How to Make an Embroidered Tattered Patch

An embroidered patch is a wonderful way to personalize clothing and accessories. Replace a jean pocket with a monogram embroidered patch for a chic and unexpected detail. Add an embroidered patch to a jacket sleeve to show your pride for a local fire department, club or group affiliation. A tattered piece of fabric can be used for the base of your embroidered patch for a rugged, tough girl look. Woven fabric works best for the tattered look as knits will only curl.

Things You'll Need

Piece of woven fabric
Scissors
Embroidery sewing machine
Dryer

Instructions

- 1
  Cut a square or rectangular shape from the fabric, 1 inch larger on all sides than the desired size of the finished patch.
- 2
  Place the patch in the bowl of water and allow it to soak for 15 minutes.
- 3
  Remove the patch from the water and pick the edges of the patch with your fingers, separating the yarns from the patch. Pull off a few yarns from each side of the patch.
- 4
  Cut 2 1/2-inch snips from each of the four sides of the patch. The snips should be centered on each side.
- 5
  Put the patch in the dryer for 10 minutes. The patch should now be tattered and frayed on the outer edges.
- 6
  Select your embroidery type from the machine's selection and load the machine with the desired color or colors of thread.
- 7
  Place your patch underneath the embroidery machine and either press the button or press the foot to begin the embroidery, depending on your embroidery machine type.
- 8
  Allow the machine to finish the embroidery then lift the foot and clip and connected threads.
- 9
  Apply the patch to a garment, bag or accessory.

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