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Biker Patch for The Abuja, Nigeria 09 Biker’s Club

By far our largest market is the United States, followed by Canada, then the UK, and Australia.  However, we get orders from other countries all over the world.  We have literally shipped our patches to every country in the world, including Afghanistan, Somalia and even the North and South Pole.  

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Throwback Patch Thursdays: Retro Custom Patches

HAPPY THROWBACK PATCH THURSDAY TO EVERYONE!!!!!!!! For today's throwback patch Thursday , I wanted to discuss how you can create a retro or vintage custom patch. I love anything retro or classic , I am a big fan of the 1950's and 1960's. I actually collect classic movies  , I have every Marylin Monroe movie ever made , lot's of Elizabeth Taylor , Sophia Loren and Rita Hayworth movies and much more. My classic movie collection is quite extensive and is growing!

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Start Your Own Business With The Help Of Custom Patches

Starting your own business is very exciting , it's a long process and a lot of hard work but the benefits and freedom of owning your own business makes it all worth it!  I have spoken with many business owners , and I always asked them what is the most difficult part of owning their own business and many of them have told me that promoting their business is such a challenge. I always tell them that custom patches are a great advertising tool and work for any business or company.

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Continued Behind The Scenes At Patches by The/Studio

I really wanted to give our customers a inside look at our factories because I think there are so many misconceptions of what factories are like and what they look like. I want our customers to be comfortable and confident with where their custom patches are coming from. I will be showing you exclusive pictures and details from our latest factory visit , this will change your preconception about factories forever!

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Custom Chenille Patches For Letterman Jackets

Receiving a Letterman jacket , is the ultimate honor. It signifies that you have reached a level of greatness , whether your on a varsity athletic team or marching band , these jackets give you a sense of pride and accomplishment . No Letterman jacket is complete without a custom chenille patch , the absence of a chenille patch on a Letterman jacket is like peanut butter with no jelly , you can't have one without the other. I am going to explain to you what a chenille patch is and show you some examples of some chenille emblems we have created in the past.

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How To Sew On A Custom Patch

You received your custom patch with a sew-on backing , now what? You need to sew your custom patch onto the article of clothing you desire but you have never sewed on anything in your life , you began to wonder why you chose sew-on backing in the first place. Let me remind you that sew-on backing is one of the most durable backing options and can last a lifetime.

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How To Sew On Velcro

We offer many backing options at Patches by The/Studio but the one I like best is Velcro backing. The reason I like the Velcro backing option the best is because it such a multifaceted option. You can switch out your custom patch with another custom patch because the loop part of the patch is attached to your clothing. This backing option is also very durable and will last a long time.

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Boy Scout Custom Button Loop Patches

Button Loops are actually an invention in the custom patch industry that started with the Boy Scouts of America.  The Boy Scouts of America are only permitted to wear certain embroidered patches on their uniforms.  However, there are many events that Boy Scouts participate in and they are often given patches or have the option of purchasing patches.  Because they are not allowed to wear the patches on their uniforms Boy Scouts started to request that button loops such as the ones in these pictures be added to their patches.  

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Svelte Men

Meet Timmy Yanchun, Our Customer of the Week The/Studio: Introduce yourself. Tell our readers a little bit about who you are! Timmy: Hello There! My

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