Embroidered Biker Patches Blog

If there is one group of people that doesn't seek the approval of others, it's bikers. Since its inception, the biker culture has been 100% about independence and freedom. Bikers do what they want when they want to do it. It's only fitting that they should appreciate this small biker patch that says, "I am who I am, your approval is not needed."



There are succinct messages, and then there are those that go beyond succinct. This one is probably in the latter category. Why? Because it doesn't just state the fact that you are who you are. It says so with a bit of ‘in your face' attitude. That's perfect for bikers.



As a biker yourself, you don't need anyone's approval to live the life you want to live. You owe no one an apology for loving the freedom of the road on the back of your bike. If the entire world gave up internal combustion engines to return to horses and buggies, and left you alone with your bike, it wouldn’t matter.



We feel like this particular biker patch could be the universal biker patch sold with every new bike purchased in the USA. Imagine that. Buy a new Harley or Indian and get a ‘I Am Who I Am Your Approval Is Not Needed’ iron-on morale patch for the vest or jacket.



Speaking of vests or jackets, plan to use needle and thread to attach this biker patch. Always remember that hot irons are dangerous to leather. Needles, not so much. Not only that but sewing the patch all the way around its perimeter will keep the edges flat. You won't get any curl ups is long as you sew over the edge of the patch.

Harley-Davidsons, leathers, and biker patches don't belong only to clubs like the Hell's Angels and Satan's Slaves. Not all bikers are atheistic or religiously agnostic, either. Some are very religious, including a large number of bikers who consider themselves Christians. In fact, Christian biker clubs are pretty popular in this country.



We suspect the Three Crosses Christian patch is probably the type of patch more religious bikers would prefer. It is a pretty cool patch despite a very basic design. It features three crosses, perched on a hillside, against a jet-black background. If you're not sure why three crosses are represented, it goes back to the description of Jesus' crucifixion in the Christian Bible.



According to the Gospels, Jesus was crucified with two thieves – one on either side of him. The Three Crosses Christian patch reflects this account. The center cross is a representation of Jesus while the smaller crosses on either side refer to the two thieves.



Christian bikers probably don't need an explanation for this patch. The story is pretty commonly known. For nonbelievers though, it is a different story. So much so that the patch is a great conversation starter among Christian bikers who do their best to spread the message as they ride.



Unlike most of the rest of our small biker patches, this one is closer to a square than a rectangle. It measures 2.25 x 2 5 inches. It would fit well on the shoulder of a jacket or vest. On the sleeve, just below the shoulder, would be another ideal spot. It might even work well next to a back patch with a similar Christian theme. At any rate, buying one means getting a high-quality patch that should continue to look good for years to come. Just make sure you sew it in place.

Ask the average guy on the street to describe the typical biker and you are likely to hear about a big, burly man with a long beard, plenty of tattoos, and a few extra pounds. What you're not likely to here is the description of a woman. For whatever reasons, we don't tend to think of bikers and women in the same realm.



Well, we have a small biker patch that addresses this very dichotomy. It is a 4 x 1.5-inch patch displaying its message loudly and clearly with white block lettering on a back background. It states: Never Underestimate the Power of a Woman That Can Ride a Motorcycle. Is any further explanation required?



Anyone capable of handling a top-of-the-line Harley is tough as nails, regardless of sex. So why would anyone underestimate a female biker? If she hasthe goods, she hasthe goods. She can open up that throttle and ride with the best of them. For a lot of biker guys, that's even a turn-on. If they can't date a biker, they won't date anyone at all.



So what about this patch? Where do you mount it? Your first choice might be a vest or jacket. You can sew it to leather, denim, or any other material that floats your boat. Sew it to the front of your jacket, above the right or left breast. Or put it on the back, just underneath your back patch.



If that doesn't work for you, try the back pocket of a pair of jeans. Sew it to a work shirt, a baseball cap, or even your leather saddlebags. There is no right or wrong location. The key is to find a location that everyone is going to see.

Nothing quite beats the sound of a Harley with a purring engine and loud pipes. In fact, the louder the pipes, the better for bikers. As this biker patch says, "loud pipes save lives." It is one of the fundamental truths of riding a motorcycle in traffic.



It's true that loud pipes annoy some people. But hey, you can't make everyone happy. Loud pipes are like gold to bikers because the noise they generate makes it easier for other motorists to know they are around. And given how difficult it can be to see a motorcycle in traffic, anything a biker can do to make themself known is a good idea. Thus, the loud pipes.



So, do you own a bike? And if you do, how loud are your pipes? Whether they are as loud as you want them or not, let the world know how you feel about loud pipes by affixing this patch to your jacket or vest. It measures just 4 x 1.75 inches so it will fit just about anywhere you have an open piece of fabric. The white-on-black color scheme offers the kind of contrast you need to guarantee other people will see it.



The Loud Pipes Save Lives biker patch features 100% Rayon thread, a twill fabric base, and a durable plastic backing. Although the backing also has a heat-activated glue, we recommend against trying to glue the patch to leather. The glue and hot iron can potentially damage leather, so you're better off sewing the patch in place instead. Use the thinnest gauge needle you can – it will make sewing easier.



Loud pipes really do save lives. By making a lot of noise, you make other drivers around you aware. Remember that next time someone complains about how loud your bike is.

Every now and again we run across a biker patch possessing a deeper meaning few people understand. The In Memoriam Folded Flag patch is one of them. On the surface, it looks like little more than a biker patch designed to mimic a folded American flag. But to those who understand the symbolism behind how we fold our flag, it means so much more.



The phrase ‘in memoriam’ means ‘in memory of’. It is almost always used in relation to epitaphs. That's why you see it so often engraved on tombstones. So how does it apply to this biker patch?



The coffins of fallen soldiers are draped with American flags during transport from funeral home to grave site. Just prior to burial, the flag is removed and folded. It is then given to the fallen soldier's family as a tribute to that soldier's life and service.



What you might not know is that each of the thirteen folds that go into the proper folding of the American flag mean something. Without getting into all the details here, the third fold represents honor and remembrance of the fallen soldier. It honors soldiers regardless of how they died – whether during active combat or otherwise – because all have given at least a portion of their lives to military service.



To the family members of a fallen soldier, the folded flag represents honor and respect. It represents the genuine appreciation of the entire military family for that soldier's service.



As a biker, you may feel an obligation to show your own honor and respect to our military. Fortunately, biker patch manufacturers make all sorts of patches that do a fantastic job of conveying that message. The In Memoriam Folded Flag patch is just one of them. Feel free to buy one and wear it with pride.

Freedom is an important commodity none of us should take for granted. It is also not free. A people must always fight for its freedom for the simple fact that tyranny waits just around the corner. Throughout the years, the men and women who have served in the U.S. military have known this truth all too well.



Many of them have fallen in the line of duty. They have made the ultimate sacrifice. The Freedom Ain't Free – In Memory of Our Fallen iron on patch is dedicated to them. Wearing it is a way to honor them – and our memories of them – in a public way. We encourage you to buy this biker patch and proudly display it on your leathers or denim jacket.



At center are the silhouettes of a soldier's boot, rifle, and helmet. Though reminiscent of WWI, the imagery easily applies to any period of active combat duty our soldiers have faced. Their love of America and its flag is displayed on the patch via a stars and stripes background. Around the perimeter of the patch is white lettering reminding us to remember those who have fallen and ever be vigilant about the fact that freedom isn't free.



Most of our other smaller patches are rectangular in shape. This one being circular, it's bound to stand out on your jacket or vest. For extra effect, affix it to the left breast where it will be closest to your heart. You will be reminded of the fallen soldier's sacrifice every time you look down and see it.



The Freedom Ain't Free – In Memory of Our Fallen iron-on patch is a high-quality piece that deserves a place alongside all the rest of your biker patches.

Here at The Cheap Place, we offer a wide variety of biker patches designed to honor veterans. This particular patch, the I Am A Veteran My Oath Of Enlistment Has No Expiration Date patch goes above and beyond to explain what many a U.S. veteran thinks about military service. It is one thing to take an oath at the start of enlistment. It's another thing entirely to hold on to that oath even after being honorably discharged.



The message is pretty clear here. It states that the veteran’s oath of enlistment never expires. Even though a soldier is honorably discharged, they still feel a commitment to defend the United States against all enemies both foreign and domestic. That says something about a soldier’s integrity.



Whether you are a veteran or the family member of one, this biker patch is ideal as a way of showing honor to those who serve this nation in the military. It is a smaller patch at just 4 x 2 inches, so it's just the right size to attach to your biker jacket or vest, over the left or right breast. You can sew it to a denim jacket, a work shirt, a baseball cap, or anywhere you have a bit of open fabric.



A black background highlights white text in block letters along with a red, yellow, and black ribbon. Despite its small size, the design makes the message on this patch easy to see and read. There won't be any confusion about what it says.



Our hats are off to all the brave men and women who have defended the United States over the years. They take their oaths seriously, as this patch so clearly demonstrates.

There are some biker patches that say things most of us are thinking. This patch is one of them. It says, "Warning, I will more than likely offend you at some point." You know you think it all the time.



Modern society is home to a small group of people who are perpetually offended. They seem like a large group because they are so vocal. But in reality, they are not the majority. Most of us wear our big boy pants and let things roll off our backs.



Speaking of rolling off the back, the I Will More Than Likely Offend You patch only measures 4 x 1.5 inches. This is to say that it will be overwhelmed by the back patch on your biker jacket or vest. If you want to put other patches on the back, you are better off with upper and lower rockers.



Smaller patches like this one are better suited for the front of your jacket or vest. Anywhere on the breast area works well. If you havepockets, just above one pocket or the other is ideal.



We have also seen bikers who prefer denim jackets and vests in warm weather. We've seen them sew the smaller patches on to the collars. It's a unique location, but it works. Anywhere you can mount this patch so that people can see and read it gets the job done.



Chances are you are not part of the perpetually offended crowd. To avoid any future offense with this patch, set down the iron and pull out the needle and thread instead. Sewing around the entire perimeter of the patch will keep it secure and simultaneously prevent the edges from curling up. We suspect that's what you're after.

The phrase, 'I'm your Huckleberry' means different things to different people. No one is exactly sure of its origins. Some say it goes back to Mark Twain's Tom Sawyer while others think of the film Tombstone. Nonetheless, the first recorded use of the phrase dates back some 170 years.



We sell a number of biker patches capitalizing on the phrase, including the I'm Your Huckleberry Black & White iron-on novelty patch. You will notice this patch is a circular patch with crossed six shooters at dead center. No doubt this is a reference to Tombstone and the whole Wyatt Earp story.



That being the case, saying "I'm your Huckleberry" in this context is pretty much a challenge. In the two times it is uttered in the Tombstone film, it's a challenge to a gunfight. If you've seen the film, you know how both gunfights end. If not, there will be no spoiler alerts here.



All the questions of origin aside, this particular piece is considered a novelty biker patch. It doesn't associate the wearer with any particular group or philosophy. You might say it's just for fun. It makes a terrific addition to any biker vest or jacket that seems a little bare.



In terms of style, it's as simple as you get. You get a black circle that measures 3 inches in diameter. Both the lettering and six shooters are embroidered in white thread; they stand out very well against the background.



You can tell the embroidery here is top-notch just by looking at the piece. Overall, this patch offers the same quality as every other biker patch in our inventory. Affix it to your jacket or vest and wear it proudly. You will get many years of reliable service from it.

Do you consider yourself a high maintenance person? If so, we have the perfect biker patch for you. It really needs no explanation. It simply states that you are who you are, whether anyone else likes it or not. So what do you think of the High Maintenance patch?



To some people, being high maintenance is good. It means you have high standards and you're not willing to compromise. It means you know what you want and are willing to go get it. Seen in that light, there's nothing wrong with being high maintenance. But there are other ways to look at it.



Some people see being high maintenance as a liability. It means you are too fussy and demanding. It might mean you're too emotional or that you display negative emotions more than you should. Being high maintenance makes you hard to get along with.



We are not saying one way or the other. It can mean whatever you want it to mean. Just the fact that you decide to put a High Maintenance biker patch on your vest or jacket tells people to back off and let you define yourself.



At 4 x 1 inch, this is one of the smallest patches in our inventory. But being so small doesn't mean being hard to read. Whoever designed this patch took care of that by combining a black background with white lettering outlined in pink. The pink is sandwiched between black and white, making it really stand out.



If you are thinking this patch isn't really you, wait just a second. Maybe you're not high maintenance. But wouldn't it be fun to freak some people out by putting it on your jacket anyway? Go for it. Just see how people respond to you. That alone might be worth the price of the patch.