This 3” x 3" embroidered patch features my design of a male ruby-throated hummingbird, eastern North America's only breeding hummingbird.
To adhere this patch to your garment, you will need:
* An iron
* An ironing board or other heat-resistant flat surface
* Your patch
* A thin cotton cloth (e.g., tea towel or washcloth)
* A clean garment
To apply the patch, you will need to:
* Lay your clean garment on a flat surface.
* Turn your iron on and set the temperature to the correct setting for your fabric; ensure that the steam setting is turned off and that there is no water in the iron’s reservoir.
* Place the patch face-up on the garment and cover it with a thin cotton cloth.
* Press down on the garment, moving the iron in a circular motion for 10-30 seconds.
* Allow the patch to cool, then flip the garment inside out.
* Cover the patch area with a thin cotton cloth and press with the iron for 10-30 seconds.
* Allow the patch to cool and check to see if the patch has adhered; if not, repeat steps 3-6.
While the iron-on adhesive should be strong enough to adhere to your garment for 50+ washes, sewing it on will make it even more secure.
This patch is perfect for lovers of birds, gardening, and the outdoors.
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