Guides

Caring for Your Patches So They Last

July 8, 2026

You’ve applied your patches — now let’s keep them looking sharp. A little care goes a long way toward keeping colors bright and edges firmly down.

Washing

Always turn the garment inside out and wash on a cold, gentle cycle. Heat is the enemy of iron-on adhesive, so skip the tumble dryer and air-dry instead.

Ironing touch-ups

If an edge starts to lift over time, just re-press it through a tea towel for 20 seconds. For heavy-use items like backpacks, a few stitches around the border make patches practically permanent.