Biker Patches

If you want to learn how to make a biker patch, you need to prepare the following materials. Basic working knowledge of embroidery machines and sewing are also required.

How to Create the Patch

Required Tools and Materials

Fabric
Tracing paper
Thread
Needle
Computer
Scanner
Pencils
Embroidery design program
Sewing machine (embroidery setting)

Preparations

Choose a heavy fabric like denim; this will prevent the patch from wearing out too quickly. Next, choose the design.

Step 1

Make a sketch of the design on paper. It does not have to be too detailed because you can edit it later on your computer.

Step 2

Scan the drawing into your computer. Open your design program and touch up the sketch as much as you like. Save the image when it is finished.

Step 3

Put the finished image on the sewing machine. Warning: once the image is in the sewing machine, the image can no longer be edited.

Step 4

Put the denim fabric in the machine. Choose the desired setting. When the fabric is in place, turn the machine on. Watch the machine and make any corrections during the creation process. Most of the time however, the machine will do all the work automatically.

Step 5

When the patch is finished, check for any flaws. If it is okay, you can sew the patch on.

Sewing vs. Ironing Patches

When you study how to make a biker patch, you will learn there are two options for putting it on the jacket: sewing or ironing. It is better if you sew the patch; ironed patches are not as secure.

Tips on Making Club Patches

If you have a biker’s club, it should portray the image of the club. Dark, forbidding images like skulls and bones are often used by outlaw groups. Or you can make a patch that expresses the club members’ religious beliefs.

The point is, the patch should be something that defines the club. You can also put in texts expressing the club motto, or you could set down the club’s name on it.

Colors and Styles

The colors should match the drawing. Outlaw-like patches should have black as the dominant color. The font should be ragged and have pointed edges.

The opposite holds true if you want the club patch more refined. The font should be clear and the colors bright. The images can be freestanding or intertwined with the letters.

When you have made these choices, you can make the club patch using the same method described earlier. Or you can go to a custom patch making company.

There are many of these online. Just send them a copy of your artwork and they will make it for a fee. The artwork has to be detailed so it will come out exactly how you want it. Fees vary, so have a look around.

Learning how to make a biker patch is easy. In fact, the actual construction time will likely be shorter than the time you spend thinking of the design.