Embroidered IRON-ON PATCH Tutorial | Make Uniforms Fast | Ricoma Embroidery Machine (EMB Hub Ep115)

This week on Embroidery Hub, we’re teaching you how to embroider iron-on transfer patches! This technique is a fast and easy way to iron on patches to any garment like T-shirts and polo shirts to quickly make uniforms for volunteers or to simply add flair to any garment.
Just like our previous episodes, we’ve created our own design for this project, which you can download for FREE in the description down below. With the high demand for volunteers to help businesses during these uncertain times, it’s important to come up with innovative ways to help your community.
To create this iron-on patch, we used a few materials that you might already have in your embroidery arsenal. The materials you’ll need are a pair of curved tip scissors, two sheets of cutaway stabilizer, a lighter, an Ultra Hold Heat n’ Bond fusible sheet, and a D hoop (or any size hoop that comes with your particular machine).
We also break down the cost of the materials and show you how much patches are typically sold for on Etsy. That way, you can get a good idea of the ROI you can expect per patch.
Begin this project by hooping the stabilizer and loading it onto your machine. In this episode, we are using Ricoma’s MT-1501 embroidery machine.
Once you load the “Volunteer” file located below onto your machine, choose your desired color scheme for the patch (we already chose ours). Trace your design and press start. For the purpose of this video, we are only embroidering one patch, but you can choose to embroider multiple patches by duplicating the file. You can also use a larger hoop to create multiple patches at once.
When the patch has finished embroidering, use the curved tip scissors to precisely cut the outline of the volunteer patch. Flip the patch over and cut any excess thread. Finally, use a lighter to burn the stabilizer around the edge of the patch and any other loose thread.
Next, you will place a piece of Ultra Hold Heat n’ Bond fusible sheet on the back of the patch (make sure it’s the textured side). Take your iron and press the Heat n’ Bond onto the patch in increments of 6 seconds. This will help the glue adhere to the patch. Keep doing this process until you see that the paper becomes see-through. Flip it over and let it rest for a few minutes.
Cut around the edge of the paper with your curved scissors. Then you can remove the paper from the patch, revealing its sticky back.
Finally, to adhere the patch to the t-shirt or polo, place it on the left chest. Now place an extra piece of fabric on top to protect the patch while ironing it. Iron over it until the patch has fully adhered to the t-shirt.
There you have it: iron-on, embroidered patches from start to finish! Ready to begin embroidering? Download the design below.
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[@allisonwise3856]

Another great tutorial! Thank you! I want to make some patches for my frontline RN buddies!

[@ricomatv]

Go for it! Thanks for watching

[@Davytron]

Thank you for the helpful video.

[@ricomatv]

Glad it was helpful!

[@LucyLu70]

Nice work... I would like to see how you digitized this patch please make a video

[@ricomatv]

Great suggestion!

[@jamesdepner7833]

Awesome! I would also lime to see how its digitized!

[@ricomatv]

Great suggestion!

[@justseamsrightlindawoodsbr2914]

Great video.

[@ricomatv]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@leviteapparel]

Nice work

[@ricomatv]

Thanks!

[@AsiaScottt]

Great video 👍 Please make a digitization video for this design! Thanks!

[@ricomatv]

Great suggestion!

[@jaycelibut7226]

Helpful! Also, do you need a base fabric for the patch or creating the patch directly on the stabilizer is acceptable? Thank you!

[@ricomatv]

if you are doing a stitch filled patch, stabilizer is enough! If you are creating a patch without a stitch fill, you'll need fabric as the back ground. So it depends on the design.

[@xXUltraNeonXx]

Thank you :)

[@ricomatv]

You're welcome!

[@eugenianunezotaolaurruchi6969]

Gracias x los vídeos!! Se aprende muchisimo. Yo tengo una ricoma 1201-pt , me podrías decir cómo se cambia la pila de la memoria? . Muchísimas gracias

[@ricomatv]

Hola! Gracias por ver nuestros videos, si tienes alguna pregunta sobre tu maquina puedes contactar supporte. Tenemos ayuda en español disponible también -> ricoma.com/US/tech-support

[@luishondas]

Uff i love it

[@ricomatv]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@cyprusgraphics7512]

This is totally awesome. Did you use red thread in the bobbin? to get the red on both sides?

[@ricomatv]

No, it’s the type of stitch

[@tobia2801]

Hi this video is so helpful thank you. Do you think I would be able to use this same method to make a name 'patch' ?

[@ricomatv]

Don't see why not!

[@voicesinthevestibule4821]

I’m a newbie! What are the pros and cons of embroidering onto a blank patch vs making one completely from scratch? I need to have quite a few made.

[@ricomatv]

HI there, thanks so much for watching. From scratch - takes longer due to the process and cleanup but is cheaper. On a blank - faster and easier but more expensive since you will need to purchase the blanks. Hope this helps!

[@arturomunoz8894]

If I need to do a patch that includes fill stitch plus applique, should I use fabric and cut away to create the patch? or just do it straight on the cut away? and if I had to use fabric as base does it has to be 100% poly? or it could be any kind of fabric? Please reply

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, thanks so much for watching. This is a great question to ask in our Facebook support group, Embroidery and Custom Apparel Mastery. This group is meant for all lovers of embroidery with lots of resources and more members discussing topics and helping each other out and learning about Ricoma machines and other brands! We recommend you join this group as we'd love to have you! facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery

[@anibalvalle9026]

one question, How do you program the screen so that you can embroider several patches at the same time?, thank you.

[@ricomatv]

Hi Anibal, thanks so much for watching. Please check out this video for more information: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoGWdWuNasqYp9k

[@redemptionbyrome9930]

Definitely live the video man, did you do a digitizing video yet?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, check out all our digitizing videos here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4bcqZmJiJ2Yo6s&ab_channel=RicomaEmbroideryMachines

[@yoboygerson1278]

Can I iron it on then sew the edges to make it longer lasting?

[@ricomatv]

Don't see why not!

[@eleganttwistscouponing4068]

How do you digitize the patch? I want to make my own. Thank you!

[@ricomatv]

Hi! We have a variety of different videos that show this process! Check them out on our KZbin channel :)

[@djlive408]

How durable is this method vs sewing it onto the shirt?

[@ricomatv]

Obviously sewing it on will be more durable but also require a lot more alignment

[@feliciamoreno4412]

I just bought a mt 1501 I really want to learn everything digitizing and patch designs

[@ricomatv]

Hi Felicia! Congrats on your machine! We recommend watching tutorials on our KZbin channel and sign up for training through your customer portal!

[@noorasdigitalembroidery6171]

What two pieces did you hoop? thank you

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, thanks so much for watching. We hooped 2 sheets of stabilizer together. Hope this helps!

[@badtbwoi]

Hello!, please what thickness of hot melt film is best for caps?, 0.10, 0.12? etc, thank you!

[@ricomatv]

Hi! Can you clarify what you mean?

[@hasandirton2268]

Hello, Where can I find that hoop to fit my EM 1010?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, visit shop.ricoma.com/ for more information :)

[@tmstb9216]

Where do i get the heating bond ? Thank you

[@ricomatv]

HI there, you should be able to find it at your local craft store!

[@IhsanMcpherson]

Which setting do you set the iron to ?

[@ricomatv]

Set iron to med-high heat and press on for 6 seconds.

[@lissethsalinas6649]

La digitalización en la EM 1010 me interesa, gracias

[@ricomatv]

Para mas información sobre el EM-1010, sigue el enlace -> Ricoma.com/us/contact-us

[@kevinmossmx]

How do you stecth the stabilizer without it breaking???

[@ricomatv]

The fact that you are putting it in the hoop with stretch it out by itself. Place the backing on the bottom part of the hoop then press the top hoop into it and voila.

[@arkreationskosik1305]

Can these type of patches be applied to hats? Flexfit 210's specifically...

[@ricomatv]

Hi! We have added a link below to one of the videos we made, hopefully this helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXPPk4eFhJ2UeLs

[@Bi6Jayy]

Where did u put the adhesive paper

[@ricomatv]

We have linked a video below that may be able to help you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ol7Vf3uGi5J6ras

[@neydamedina2631]

how would you do it if someones want their name as a patch and it doesnt have a border to help cut around it? hopefully this makes sense...

[@ricomatv]

Hi there! This is a great question to ask in our Facebook support group, Embroidery and Custom Apparel Mastery. This group is meant for all lovers of embroidery with lots of resources and more members discussing topics and helping each other out and learning about Ricoma machines and other brands! We recommend you join this group as we'd love to have you! facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery

[@BAR10RPG]

Do you using paper stabilizer ?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, thanks so much for watching. For this episode, we used two sheets of cutaway stabilizer.

[@nooralnassar3997]

Is it okay to wash it? Or the patch will damage?

[@ricomatv]

You can wash it!

[@jwalker3311]

Can you please make the video of you digitizing this patch thx

[@ricomatv]

hi there, here is a video where we digitize a patch: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4bcqZmJiJ2Yo6s&t

[@theamazingmookah9405]

Done

[@ricomatv]

Thanks for watching :)

[@jernestoporras]

It would be great if you made video digitizing patches.

[@ricomatv]

Check out this video! > kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4bcqZmJiJ2Yo6s

[@msuoboe1]

Would it be possible to heat press these onto a baseball cap?

[@ricomatv]

Absolutely! Check out this video we made ---->kzbin.info/www/bejne/ol7Vf3uGi5J6ras

[@OdsyMJ]

@@ricomatv In that video you guys used a special (and I assume very expensive) heat press. Don't you think the durability would be much worse with an iron like in this video?

[@dinaanaya4303]

Can you heat press the patch onto the shirt?

[@ricomatv]

yes!

[@QuoteFactsOfficial]

im a bit confused. if your using cut away or tear away wont the it just tear away from shirt and leave the glue behind on the shirt?

[@ricomatv]

Hi Jonathan, in the video we use cutaway which will not "tear away" and the glue is supposed to hold it firmly.

[@QuoteFactsOfficial]

@@ricomatv ohhh okay. So if im using tear away. should i remove it all from the none embroidered areas before applying heat n bond to it?

[@charlenebolduc4182]

Great video, I'd like to have the digitized file for this patch :)

[@ricomatv]

Download it in the description!

[@nurshamimi2289]

Hi, may i know what type of stabiliser you're using?

[@ricomatv]

Hi! We used 2 sheets of thick cutaway.

[@nurshamimi2289]

@@ricomatv is there any difference if i use tearaway?

[@ricomatv]

It won’t be as stable

[@thomasbrooksth.d.brooks202]

How to digitize the boarder please??

[@ricomatv]

Hi! Please check out this tutorial we did for patches, hopefully it helps. --->kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4bcqZmJiJ2Yo6s.

[@ishramohammed1746]

How to digitize a patch?

[@ricomatv]

Thank you for your recommendation! We will look into creating a video on digitizing patches!

[@deadcentermass]

Could you have placed the adhesive paper, under the stabilizer and hoop it. And thus sew the design into the adhesive paper itself and save the step of having to melt it and cool it?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there, thanks so much for watching. This is a great question to ask in our Facebook support group, Embroidery and Custom Apparel Mastery. This group is meant for all lovers of embroidery with lots of resources and more members discussing topics and helping each other out and learning about Ricoma machines and other brands! We recommend you join this group as we'd love to have you! facebook.com/groups/embroiderymastery

[@cawensel]

Where is Laura?

[@ricomaembroidery2599]

Hi Christopher! Laura decided to pursue her own business ventures and we wish her the best :)

[@rafitaino3137]

Can u please tell me what happen to the other guy that use to make videos?, not that I don’t like ur videos cus ur great but just was wondering. Thank you

[@ricomaembroidery2599]

Hi Rafi! Laura was predominantly creating the videos and she decided to pursue her own business :)

[@ricomatv]

Hi Rafi! Laura was predominantly creating the videos and she decided to pursue her own business :)

[@dittled9170]

I registered and took forever to get in. then said i already dowloaded the design but i don't have it. The website does not work {~_~} that was pretty disappointing

[@ricomatv]

Hi! Can you clarify on what you mean?

[@phillipjohnson430]

@@ricomatvyou know what they mean come on!!

[@phillipjohnson430]

So was the video

[@Dogoman99]

@@phillipjohnson430make one better 😮

[@magyarvandor977]

Why would you go through all these lengthy processes instead of just directly embroider the same to the shirt??

[@ricomatv]

Hi! We wanted to show a step-by-step tutorial for our audience, but we appreciate the feedback!

[@blacksun_upt4705]

Because in some cases (like print on demand) you wont be able to predict what color and what size shirt will be ordered. So the patches are made ahead of time and can be pressed in seconds rather than doing the long process of embroidering the shirts after the order is made. Or you may have a customer who wants just the patches to press on various blanks for themselves.

[@magyarvandor977]

@@blacksun_upt4705 makes sense