{"product_id":"needle-and-vinyl","title":"Needle and Vinyl Badge","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAbout the Badge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe Needle and Vinyl Badge invites members to try sewing with vinyl, clear vinyl, faux leather, or another nontraditional material that behaves a little differently than quilting cotton. This badge is about experimenting with tools, adjusting your usual habits, and making something sturdy, useful, or delightfully shiny. Vinyl may be a tiny diva, but it can make a really good project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBadge Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eChoose a project that includes vinyl or a similar nontraditional material, such as a pouch, tote, wallet, bag, label pocket, or organizer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eLearn at least two tips or techniques for sewing with vinyl, such as needle choice, presser foot choice, stitch length, clips instead of pins, or tension adjustments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTest your stitching on a scrap or small sample before sewing the final project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eSew and finish your vinyl project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMake a note about what worked best and what you would do differently next time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBadge Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the version that fits your badge-collecting style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEmbroidered Patch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe embroidered Quiltbound badge is made with high-quality embroidery on a twill backing and measures 2\" x 2\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis patch is designed to be sewn on, so you can attach it to a quilted tote, project pouch, denim jacket, badge banner, or wherever you’re keeping track of your quilting adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: this is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e an iron-on patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVinyl Sticker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vinyl sticker version measures 2\" x 2\" and is a fun, easy way to celebrate your badge without picking up a needle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd it to a water bottle, laptop, sewing machine case, notebook, project bin, or anywhere you want a little Quiltbound trail marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePatch + Sticker Bundle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan’t pick between the patch and sticker? Honestly, same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bundle includes both the embroidered patch and the vinyl sticker, so you can sew one onto your favorite project bag and stick the other wherever it brings you joy. Tiny badge dopamine, basically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBadge Guidebook\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to see all of the Quiltbound badges and choose your next quilting side quest?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2433\/8828\/files\/The_Quiltbound_Badge_Guidebook_2026.pdf?v=1780114832\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGet the complete Quiltbound Badge Guidebook here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDigital Badge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach physical badge product also comes with a free digital badge that you can use online to celebrate your finish. It’s perfect for sharing in the Quiltbound community, posting on social media, or saving as a little “look what I did” moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Little Badge Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese badges are meant to be earned, collected, and celebrated. Whether you’re learning a new technique, finishing a long-lost project, or trying something that feels just a tiny bit outside your comfort zone, your badge is a small but mighty reminder that you took the scenic route and did the thing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quiltbound","offers":[{"title":"Embroidered Patch","offer_id":48022591438988,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vinyl Sticker","offer_id":48022591471756,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Patch + Sticker Bundle","offer_id":48022591504524,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2433\/8828\/files\/Photoroom_20250809_150912.png?v=1777397969","url":"https:\/\/quiltbound.com\/products\/needle-and-vinyl","provider":"Quiltbound","version":"1.0","type":"link"}