Patched PatchesEverything you need to put patches on and keep them on. Each section links to a full guide explaining how to choose. These are popular, widely recommended examples; we haven't tested them ourselves, so check the reviews and instructions before you buy.
Fabric glue
For nylon, polyester, caps and anything that can't take an iron. Read the full guide: best fabric glue for patches.
| Type | Best for | Popular pick |
|---|---|---|
| Solvent-based textile glue | Most patches, synthetics | Gütermann HT2 More textile glues |
| Permanent fabric adhesive | Patches and trims | Aleene's Fabric Fusion More fabric glues |
| Iron-on adhesive sheet | Making a sew-on patch iron-on | Vlieseline Bondaweb More fusible web |
| Flexible repair adhesive | Waterproofs and outdoor gear | Gear Aid Aquaseal FD More gear adhesives |
Irons and heat presses
Your household iron is enough for a few patches. These help with tight spots and batches. Read the full guide: best irons and heat presses for patches.
| Type | Best for | Popular pick |
|---|---|---|
| Mini craft iron | Caps, sleeves, shoes | Clover Mini Iron More mini irons |
| Small handheld press | Small patches, caps | Cricut EasyPress Mini More mini presses |
| Handheld heat press | T-shirts, bags, bigger patches | Cricut EasyPress 3 More handheld presses |
| Heat press mat | Protecting your table | Heat press mats |
Sewing kit
For the most permanent patches. Read the full guide: how to sew on a patch by hand.
Prefer a UK sewing shop? Abakhan and The Trimming Shop both sell needles, thread and haberdashery online.
| Item | Why you need it | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner sewing kit | Needles, thread, scissors and pins in one | Sewing kits |
| Polyester thread | Stronger than cotton thread | Polyester thread |
| Thimble | Pushing needles through denim | Thimbles |
| Seam ripper | Removing sewn-on patches | Seam rippers |