My Recent Hand-Embroidered Patches

[Dogsbody]

Absolutely wonderful! I wouldn't worry about the stars. They look great. Please keep posting. Your efforts are one of the highlights of this forum.

 

Rene

[fstop61]

Wow! you did a really great job. Can't wait to see your next endeavor.

[stratasfan]

Thanks! You know, if you ever have a patch idea that you would like to see me try, I am always open for suggestions! I particularly like the embroidered-on-wool patches, but have done a solid embroidered one before. Also, no devils or ladies in a state of . . . shall we say "undress"? Other than that, it just depends on how much detail is in them as to whether or not I can actually do it. However, I am always open to suggestions and ideas!

[Dogsbody]

Well since you asked....... How about this 27th division patch? I've absolutely no idea if it is a challenge or not but I always liked the design of this patch. And it does have stars..... . Let's see what others come up with.

 

 

Rene

 

 

 

 

[stratasfan]

OK! NY National Guard interests me anyway. Is it a dark green or black background? I can't really tell from the photos! Love that that hammer looking-thing is actually "N.Y.D."!

 

Just finished my appliqued wool Polar Bear patch, so I'll get my Sis to photograph it, too!

[Dogsbody]

OK! NY National Guard interests me anyway. Is it a dark green or black background? I can't really tell from the photos! Love that that hammer looking-thing is actually "N.Y.D."!

 

Just finished my appliqued wool Polar Bear patch, so I'll get my Sis to photograph it, too!

Hi, the background is black. This thread shows several other variations but most are fully embroidered. There are some interesting variations on the stars, though.

 

http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/index.php?/topic/123-27th-infantry-division/

 

Rene

[stratasfan]

Hi, All! I finished my sixth patch on Sunday evening, and here it is! I actually made this on commission from a forum member. He wanted it slightly larger than normal so that it wouldn't be mistaken for an original (how sweet!). I also tacked a "Specially Made By" tag to the back for him, but photographed it before that, to show the whole back. It is about 4 1/4 inches tall. This took about 20 hours of actual work. Again, this was done on specialty wool felt with French cotton thread. Just me and a needle, no machine used at any time!

 

I really enjoyed seeing that I could do the letters and numbers on it, which are more difficult in general. I was told this is a rare patch, and I couldn't even find a photo online of an original! If I hadn't been given a source picture, I wouldn't have ever been able to find one! Guess this is one of those patches that you can truthfully say is "rare"! Hope you enjoy seeing it! I am already working on three more patches. Been a bit slower with Dad and everything going on, but still plugging away, even slowly.

 

 

 

 

 

[tarbridge]

Unbelievable...you truly have a gift...

[huntssurplus]

This is really good! Thanks for sharing!

 

Hunt

[Dogsbody]

Hi Elizabeth, that's another great one! Thanks for posting. Your talent seems to have no boudaries

 

Rene

[CNY Militaria]

That is really good! You are indeed quite skilled at this.

[sgtdorango]

Im the one that commisioned Elizabeth to make this patch for me for my display...she does incredible work second to none and i highly recommend her services!...this is a super rare patch and very hard to find and every few years one will come up for sale and im always a day late and a dollar short so instead of a color paper copy for display next to my 601st helmets i thought it would be great to have Elizabeth make one for me...and i can tell you i was extremely happy with the results!....mike

[BILL THE PATCH]

Freaking awesome, what talent.

 

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[72psb]

I find that hand work slows the mind when you are under stress.I wish you and your family the best.

Bob

[doyler]

Awesome patch.Outstanding work and detail.

[gomorgan]

Elizabeth think we're all pulling for your family, you are very talented and your work is just excellent, thanks for sharing..

[Robswashashore]

Wow, that is exquisite! Sending positive thoughts your way.

 

Jean

[stratasfan]

Thanks for all the kind words! I didn't think I would get this one done so quickly, as Mike only asked me on 9 Oct. However, I was sitting with Dad and we were watching a movie two different days, and I was able to finish it. I find when I am tired, that hand-sewing goes well with my brain.

 

This one was a fun way to experiment and see if I could do lettering. I was really happy with the results. I am working on an all-lettered tab patch now.

[stratasfan]

Well, here is my newest finished patch! Did this while waiting around at doctor's offices with Dad! This was a commission from a forum member, and my second Marine Raider patch so far. First one I've done blooded. I also made a custom tag for the back that says embroidered by me. I want to figure out how to print on fabric so I can make my own custom tags, but that kind of has been put on the back burner until after the move.

 

These are fun to make, and one time I want to try the Barrage Balloon one! That and the Paramarine are my favorites of these 1MAC patches. Although, I think I am going to have to try one of the Half-Track ones.

 

Right now I am working on a 349th Bomb Squadron patch. Yay for Mickey and Pluto!

 

 

[tarheeltim]

Nice work!

[katieony]

Really nice, high quality work!

 

Mike

[uscollector]

Good looking patch.

[bobgee]

You do great work, Elizabeth!

[sundance]

That's beautiful. Not knowing much about embroidery, I'm thinking that is all hand done?

[stratasfan]

Oh, right! I forgot to say in the original post! Yes . . . all done by hand! Just me a a needle. No machine involved at all!

 

Thanks for all the kind comments! I'm about half way done with a 349th Bomb Squadron one now!