Attaching Patches

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Duzzy

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In searching the forum it seems that sewing is the preferred way to attach patches over Velcro methods. Are there any special considerations for synthetic fabrics? I need to attach patches on the left shoulder and left breast area of two shirts and a heavy sweater. The shirts are a lightweight vented nylon fabric (I can't find a link without "deal spotting", but they're "Field & Stream Men's Core Tech Long Sleeve Fishing Shirt(s)") and the sweater is an artificial fleece from REI. I don't feel comfortable doing this myself yet (it needs to look professional) but I want to make sure it gets done correctly.

Also, recommendations on finding a quality tailor would be great as well...
 
Not being sarcastic but have you tried the yellow pages?
 
For a tailor? I can walk a block and a half and find a tailor. Every dry cleaning business I've walked passed is also a "tailor's shop". I've never used one before though and I am curious if there are any secrets to finding a good one?

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I do appreciate the help though. I hope my post doesn't come across as snarky.
 
I took my son's Gi and my daughter's Girl Scout uniform into our cleaners to have patches sewn on, it was around $2.50- per patch, well worth it.
 
Thank you. People I've talked to told me to expect it to run between $6.00-$10.00 per patch, and that's mainly why I'm seeking out advice. I don't want to pay $36.00-$60.00 and only find out later it was a poor job. Maybe I'll start with one shirt and see how good it looks when they're done.
 
Duzzy said:
Maybe I'll start with one shirt and see how good it looks when they're done.
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This is the best advice offered here thus far.

And if it really has to be the 9s, do a trial run first. Have 'em sew an NRA patch on a casual shirt for you just to see how it goes; it may be worth $6 to find out before heading into something especially important.
 
The trick to doing them yourself is to find thread that EXACTLY matches the border of the patch. Then, your thread will just disappear in the boarder of the patch.
 
Gollnick said:
You may post links to commercial sites IF the purpose of posting the link is to facilitate discussion.
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Thank you for the clarification. My understanding was that manufacturer's sites were acceptable, but non-supporting commercial sites were not.

Also, thank you for your input.
 
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