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    Why does the patch have to be three inches above the cuff?
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    It is so the patches on each uniform are in the same spot.
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    Do I have to wash the shirt before sewing the patch on the sleeve?
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    Yes, if the shirt is new. This ensures the shirt doesn't shrink after sewing on the patch, causing puckering.
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    What is the date this article was posted?
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    The date that this article was posted on was June 11th, 2016.
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    Cub scout badges that go on the shirt pocket, do you sew through both the pocket and the shirt material ( which makes the pocket unusable) or do I need to hand sew through just the pocket material?
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    You sew through just the pocket material. It takes some practice to do the hand sewing, but it is possible.
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    Can a military use a borrowed uniform in the uniform different name (not their name) instead being a USArmy it is USMarine?
    CageyCat
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    No, a member of the Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force) would never disrespect a service person from another branch of the Armed Services by wearing a uniform the person did not EARN. This is also why in recent years that Vets and Active Service Members have insisted that when people fake being a vet or active military that the person be charged.
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    How do I know if a patch is iron-on?
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    Iron-on patches always have some sort of adhesive on the back of them, so look for a foggy, semi-transparent backing. Lay the patch flat in your hand and press with your other hand to make sure, though, since the iron-on backing usually gets a little sticky from the heat of your hand.
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    What is the word for a loose thread on uniform?
    Mary Beth Toca
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    A fray or a string. The word for loosely stitching on a uniform is basting.
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