How to Sew Patches on a Jacket: TV CAT and VEINY VERNIN
By Dripface Stour | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to securely sew embroidered patches like the TV CAT and VEINY VERNIN onto a jacket. Step-by-step instructions with common mistakes to avoid.
Quick answer
Sewing patches like the TV CAT and VEINY VERNIN onto a jacket gives a secure, lasting hold. Use a simple whip stitch and matching thread for best results.
Why sew instead of iron?
Both the TV CAT patch and VEINY VERNIN patch have iron-on backings, which can be convenient for temporary placement. However, sewing ensures the patch stays put through washes, wear, and movement. Iron-on adhesive can weaken over time, especially on jackets that see heavy use.
Choosing the right jacket fabric
Denim, canvas, and heavy cotton jackets are ideal for patch sewing because the fabric holds stitches well. For lightweight or stretchy jackets, use a stabilizer or iron-on interfacing behind the patch to prevent puckering.
Step-by-step sewing guide
- Position and pin the patch: Place the patch on your jacket in the desired spot. Use straight pins to hold it in place, checking alignment from a distance. Common mistake: placing the patch too close to seams or zippers, which makes stitching difficult.
- Thread your needle and knot the end: Use a strong thread (polyester or nylon) that matches the patch edge. Double the thread and tie a knot at the end. A single thread is weaker; always double it for durability.
- Start with a hidden knot: Insert the needle from the underside of the jacket fabric, coming up just inside the patch edge. Pull until the knot catches under the fabric. If the knot pulls through, tie a larger knot or start from the patch side and bury the knot later.
- Whip stitch around the edge: Bring the needle up through the patch edge and down through the jacket fabric, keeping stitches about 1/8 inch apart. Continue all the way around. Stitches that are too far apart leave gaps where the patch can lift; too close can pucker the fabric.
- Secure the thread and trim: After completing the circle, tie a knot close to the fabric on the underside. Pass the needle through the knot a second time for extra security, then trim excess thread. A single knot can come undone; a double knot or a small backstitch is more reliable.
Patches used in this guide
- VEINY VERNIN patch: The VEINY VERNIN patch is a circular embroidered patch measuring 2.5 inches across with an iron-on backing. Its small round shape is easy to position and stitch, making it a good choice for beginners or tight spots like sleeves.
VEINY VERNIN patch - TV CAT patch: The TV CAT patch is an embroidered patch measuring about 4 x 2.87 inches with an iron-on backing. Its larger, rectangular shape covers more area and works well on the back or chest of a jacket, but requires careful stitching to keep corners flat.
TV CAT patch
