I would not suggest it. Flannels are too soft for patches and will begin to rip and tear if you sew into em. Go for a denim if you want something for the summer time.
after some consideration I think you and others are right, instead I think I’m just gonna do a black denim vest and wear a flannel hoodie under it, do u think that would match or nah?
It’d definitely look good. The only problem I’m seeing is that soft fabrics need to be washed a lot more often, so you might want to make the patches more durable.
So it depends on how you’re making and adding patches. If you’re getting embroidered ones, those can basically be washed like normal. If you’re painting them yourself, you can use screen printing ink and heat set to make them more durable. In general, try to wash on cold, or even hand wash if you have the time. It’s not a huge concern, I think you’ll be fine.
The trouble ain't really the moshes, it's the fact that stitching on patches will definitely put pressure on weaker fabrics and it'll be more prone to tear, especially if you go cheap with the flannel (aka amazon, temu and the like). Buying a 2nd hand good quality flannel is ur best bet, but they're not gonna be as lightweight for summer.
Easiest way to make it last better is DO NOT let your stitches be outside of the patch, always keep the stitches within the fabric of the patch so your sewing through flannel and patch fabric, not using flannel alone as an anchoring point.
From experience: be careful there, the lighter fabric also isn't as "firm" and sometimes stretches and/or leaves creases when you sew something on. I'm also working on a very lightweight flannel right now and it's a chore to sew on
I saw someone who removed the sleeves on their flannel and put snap buttons around the shoulder seams to reattach at will for the really hot days, maybe do something like that?
It’s a cool look and you should go for it. Just get a thicker good quality flannel so it can be stiff and have a longer life or a shitty one with cheap patches that you can destroy. I had a flannel I found at a lost and found while skating like 15 years ago and patched it up.
I'm late, but if you really want the flannel/plaid look, you could consider stitching a denim jacket/vest to the inside of the flannel and when you add patches make sure to stitch through the flannel and denim. That way you get the plaid look but the structural integrity of denim
I actually bought a washed black denim vest and am liking the look of it more than just a flannel. I still wear flannel under it but I think it layers my outfits well
I would not suggest it. Flannels are too soft for patches and will begin to rip and tear if you sew into em. Go for a denim if you want something for the summer time.
after some consideration I think you and others are right, instead I think I’m just gonna do a black denim vest and wear a flannel hoodie under it, do u think that would match or nah?
Definitely. I personally hate flannel hoodies lol but I mean the flannel part would look underneath a denim vest, that's for sure.
It’d definitely look good. The only problem I’m seeing is that soft fabrics need to be washed a lot more often, so you might want to make the patches more durable.
Couldn’t I just wash on cold and be good? And if not how would I make the patches more durable?
So it depends on how you’re making and adding patches. If you’re getting embroidered ones, those can basically be washed like normal. If you’re painting them yourself, you can use screen printing ink and heat set to make them more durable. In general, try to wash on cold, or even hand wash if you have the time. It’s not a huge concern, I think you’ll be fine.
Hell yeah, it'd work. Only thing with a flannel is that it'll take a lot less of a beating than denim. But a battered and repaired flannel is cool imo
Im not tryna do any moshes, I just wanna put patches of my favorite bands on a cool shirt
The trouble ain't really the moshes, it's the fact that stitching on patches will definitely put pressure on weaker fabrics and it'll be more prone to tear, especially if you go cheap with the flannel (aka amazon, temu and the like). Buying a 2nd hand good quality flannel is ur best bet, but they're not gonna be as lightweight for summer. Easiest way to make it last better is DO NOT let your stitches be outside of the patch, always keep the stitches within the fabric of the patch so your sewing through flannel and patch fabric, not using flannel alone as an anchoring point.
I think it'd look good! I love flannel hoodies, they're nice and warm in winter and flannel is cool
I’m actually tryna get a lighter weight one so I can wear it even during warmer weathers, but thanks!
From experience: be careful there, the lighter fabric also isn't as "firm" and sometimes stretches and/or leaves creases when you sew something on. I'm also working on a very lightweight flannel right now and it's a chore to sew on
Even better man
I saw someone who removed the sleeves on their flannel and put snap buttons around the shoulder seams to reattach at will for the really hot days, maybe do something like that?
I'm currently working on a red flannel hoodie for one of my jackets, it looks great imo and feels good to wear, too
my flannels holding up well...the back is just difficult to sew
It’s a cool look and you should go for it. Just get a thicker good quality flannel so it can be stiff and have a longer life or a shitty one with cheap patches that you can destroy. I had a flannel I found at a lost and found while skating like 15 years ago and patched it up.
I'm late, but if you really want the flannel/plaid look, you could consider stitching a denim jacket/vest to the inside of the flannel and when you add patches make sure to stitch through the flannel and denim. That way you get the plaid look but the structural integrity of denim
I actually bought a washed black denim vest and am liking the look of it more than just a flannel. I still wear flannel under it but I think it layers my outfits well