Say "itadakimasu" and eat well. Align with the sun's rhythm and sleep when night falls. Carry all your toys and play until your face can't keep up with your speed. We’ve designed these three core parameters of vitality into our patch to wish you all the best of luck.
The ITADAKI patch, a charm-like motif of these ideas, is now back in stock!
We have updated the colors and increased the size to a bolder 8cm, giving it a more substantial, three-dimensional presence.
Please find your favorite!
By the way, our California friend Nick, who is familiar with SimWorks and has also worked on illustrations for the SuperChill T-shirt and Human Mushroom bottle, loved the ITADAKI patch so much he messaged me asking, "Can I get this design as a tattoo?" I replied with an immediate "Of course! I’m so happy you love it."
I was a little surprised at how casually he goes about getting tattoos, but perhaps it's just the feeling of always wearing something you love? Thanks, Nick!
While we Japanese people might still have some resistance to getting tattoos so casually, a patch can be easily sewn onto bags, aprons, or anywhere else for a simple custom look!
At the recent CMWC, there were many messengers who were so skilled at using patches that I regretted not asking to see them more closely.
By the way, have you ever actually sewn a patch on yourself?
What’s the best way to attach a patch?
Maybe you’ve never bought one because you didn’t know how? Or maybe you’ve never even thought about it?
Truth be told, I’m exactly that person—I casually collect patches from various brands, but I can't quite visualize how to put them on, so they never get sewn and end up gathering dust in my dresser.
It seems easy enough, but how exactly should I do it?
Should I use an iron like on school uniforms back in the day? Do I need a needle and thread? How do you sew it? Can someone like me, who broke sewing machine needles repeatedly in home economics class in elementary school, actually do it? Hmm.
When in trouble, let's ask an expert!
I asked our sewing specialist, Kawabe💡
Yumi Kawabe, also known as "Yu-min" of Sakura Sanchome, who was a huge hit at our recent Yukata Aloha POP-UP at PFM. She is a craft girl who approaches clothing creation by considering the entire process: from making the garment to wearing it, and even life after. The PFM staff uniforms were made by her hands, dismantling and repurposing fabrics used in other projects.
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I went to Kawabe to ask for tips on how to sew patches on cutely and coolly.
Help me out, Kawabe, please!
Patch Attachment How-to
The ITADAKI patch has iron-on adhesive on the back, so you can easily attach it with an iron. However, for bags that get a lot of use, there's a high chance it will eventually peel off with just ironing, so we recommend sewing it on with thread!
Here, she showed us how to adapt the method based on the fabric.
• Machine sewing
• Hand sewing
Here are two patterns.
Machine sewing
The RAL frame bag has a lining, but it's not highly waterproof, so we chose machine sewing, figuring it's okay to put a little stress on the fabric.
Kawabe:
First, lightly attach it with an iron.
If you use an iron, be careful: if the temperature is too high, the fabric might melt, so using medium heat and a pressing cloth is safer.
Kawabe:
I'm too lazy to change the thread, so I chose yellow, which seems to go with everything.
If you want it to stand out, using a thicker thread looks cute too.
Kawabe:
Basically, it’s best not to sew over existing bag seams, but doing so looks cute too. Check if it affects the shape, then try sewing over it.
Kawabe:
Instead of backstitching at the start and end, I sew all the way around and overlap the stitch by about 2-3 cm. When machine sewing, remember it goes all the way through, so be careful not to sew through any inner pockets or belts!
Hand sewing
All you need is a needle and thread! Hand sewing is the easiest approach.
We tried this on a sacoche and a messenger bag.
Whip stitch is easy, but honestly, any stitch works. Let your creativity run wild, let’s give it a try!
Just like machine sewing, sewing around the edge is standard.
As shown below, sewing just the corners without doing the whole edge is also cute. It’s an arrangement that’s easy to do because you're sewing by hand.
For a messenger bag, the lining is tarpaulin, and I was hesitant to poke holes in it for the sake of high waterproof performance, so I chose hand sewing, which puts less strain on the fabric than a machine.
Sewing with decorative stitches is also cute! This is called a "blanket stitch."
Just like putting stickers on your bike, car, or PC, there's no need to overthink it. If you feel like it won’t fall off, you’re good to go. I, too, was a patch-attachment refugee, but now I’ve been rescued. Everyone, grab a needle and thread, pull out those dormant or favorite items, let your creativity flow, and get your spirits up★
Material: Twill, embroidery thread, with iron-on adhesive
Size: 50mm x 70mm to 80mm x 80mm
Made in Japan
Price: 1,320 JPY (tax included) / per design
photo by 2komat, Beeyan, Kawabe, Rie, Nick
About Sakura Sanchome
A clothing maker with an atelier in Kyoto. Yumi Kawabe handles everything alone, from pattern making and sewing to repairs.
Her Yukata Aloha shirts, made from deconstructed and washed yukata fabrics, were a huge hit at a POP-UP event at Pine Fields Market, which just concluded with great success.
Make your favorite clothes even more special. Please consult Sakura Sanchome for any minor concerns with your cherished items.
