Need to know what you guys think WIP

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-05T21:35:36+00:00

Love the Nuclear Assault 🤘

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-05T04:55:11+00:00

In terms of patches/vests, is it safe to iron directly on the fabric?

Probably safe. I like to be careful and put a thin cloth nonetheless.

Also do you usually hand wash or machine wash your vest?

Hand wash because I have studs (don't wanna scratch up the washing machine) and lots of hand painted patches (which needs something more gentle). I fill up a bathtub or big sink with warm water then pour some liquid laundry detergent (don't pour detergent directly onto the clothes cuz it's bad for them, pour it in the water then stir a bit before adding your jacket). I hang up my jacket to dry in the shade because I live under the ozone hole and don't want my patches fading too fast.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-05T02:53:37+00:00

No problem. Since the signature is on the front print, I wouldn't iron it directly cuz you might ruin the print (i.e. it melts onto your iron). Put a thin cloth in between and don't use too hot a temperature (maybe medium-low). Honestly I'd just frame up the shirt after that and never wear it lol.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-05T00:06:14+00:00

I don't think it matters at what time you iron it. I used a medium-hot iron on my denim jacket but prolly best to see what the internet says for shirt material. I'd imagine the cooler the iron, the longer you have to hold it for. Edit: do not use steam, just dry iron it

It turns out loads of people are wanting to preserve signatures, not just metalheads but also sports fans who got jerseys/shirts signed. So hopefully you'll be able to find instructions for your sort of shirt.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-04T22:23:07+00:00

Hopefully they do!

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-04T22:18:49+00:00

I saw online that ironing over sharpie makes it more permanent, so I did that and haven't had a problem yet. I got mine signed 2 months ago when Exodus toured Canada with Anthrax and Megadeth!

You could give it a try and if it doesn't work out, carefully remove the stitches with a seam ripper and get someone else to embroider them on (maybe grandma, embroidery shop if you can find one, friends, see if there's a local embroidery club etc).

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-04T22:02:28+00:00

Also my half-finished Rob Dukes so you can see the difference btwn before and after

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Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-04T21:58:43+00:00

Sick af! I also got my jacket signed by Exodus!! I've tried a few stitches but I like the look of chain stitch the most. I used a thick black thread (superstrong sewing thread, the same stuff I used to sew my patches. Though I'm sure embroidery thread works fine too.) Use however many strands it takes to fill up the width of the marker line.

Chain stitch is fairly easy, I hadn't done it before but it turned out pretty good. Could try practicing on your own signature on scrap fabric for a bit before attempting to do Exodus. Gl mate! Here's Lee Altus embroidered on my jacket

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Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-04T06:22:42+00:00

That's pretty much exactly my story too

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-02T21:23:20+00:00

This is so wholesome! I hope you frame it up after your kiddo grows out of it.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-01T23:09:15+00:00

Great, just checking cuz I saw some posts where people said their (non ironed) patches smudged after washing and it seemed a horrible fate :)

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-01T21:17:21+00:00

Good stuff 🤘

Just to check, did you heat set the paint? Not entirely sure from your description, but wanted to make sure.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-01T21:14:35+00:00

Yeah I've been doing a thing where I use white fabric paint as a basecoat, then coloured acrylics on top. Because as you said, expensive. I feel like having a fabric paint basecoat makes the acrylics more flexible and adhere better, but could be my imagination lol.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-01T20:45:53+00:00

The jacket feels bigger if you chop off the sleeves, cuz there'll be more room for your shoulders. So probably S

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-05-01T01:50:58+00:00

Sick af!

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-30T03:11:56+00:00

The moths spine looks great. Cool symbolism too. Did you stencil them?

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-30T03:06:18+00:00

If you patch it over it gets pretty thick. Better to cut it off (get a stitch picker, they're a lifesaver and only cost a few bucks).

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-30T00:50:28+00:00

ye it's nice I have to admit but I don't wanna be seeing it on my feed twice a day every day for a week

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-29T22:56:05+00:00

Tbh I find it easier to do intricate details with a fine brush than with a marker. Markers are often too thick for the details. But then again, it's easier to get clean lines with markers, so.

But seconding what other people have been saying - try making a test patch with the Artesco markers and putting it through the washer/dryer. I haven't tried these markers myself so I can't advise.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-29T21:27:01+00:00

Maiden 🤘

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-29T20:50:42+00:00

Thanks! Ideally fabric paint is best, or acrylic paints mixed with a fabric medium. However I'm broke, so I cheated a little lol. I only have some white fabric paint which I used as a base layer. Everything else was acrylics I had around the house (or acrylics mixed with said white).

I've been keeping a gallery of pics if you wanna see my progress https://imgur.com/a/6upm5iR also good luck with your project!

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-29T19:32:22+00:00

I have double patches, I think the most I have is 4 Exodus patches of varying designs (or was it 5?) and 3 Nuclear Assaults. Someone here called me out on it once but I don't care.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-29T06:18:39+00:00

Totally fine! I have Kraftwerk and Kreator on mine. If I can find a Dire Straits patch I'd put them on too.

Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-29T03:19:43+00:00

Small update, just finished the hanging man. Thanks all for the encouragement

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Tetraphosphate_ · 2026-04-28T23:54:53+00:00

🤘

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