# DIY Jean Repairs Johnny Patch Iron-on Patches are Made from Recycled Denim By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-08-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/johnny-patch-iron-on-patches References: [johnnypatch](http://www.johnnypatch.com/) Johnny Patch iron-on patches repurpose [old jeans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repossessed-climb-jeans) for patches to repair newer ones. Johnny Patch understands that the best kind of [recycling is reuse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathmandu-epiq-se) because reuse doesn’t gobble up resources the way that re-manufacturing used components into new materials does. Iron-on patches are very easy to use and one of the unique qualities of Johnny Patch iron-on patches is the embroidered ‘JP’ on the corner of each patch. It’s an artful signature that says Johnny Patch users are "just perfect." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Fashion:** Opportunity for clothing brands to explore sustainable practices by repurposing materials for repairs, like Johnny Patch does with their recycled denim patches. - **DIY Clothing Solutions:** Idea for businesses to offer DIY solutions for consumers to easily repair and customize their own clothing using iron-on patches, similar to Johnny Patch. - **Personalized Branding:** Potential for businesses to incorporate personalized branding elements, such as embroidered signatures, to add a unique touch to their products like the 'JP' on Johnny Patch's patches. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion brands and retailers can explore sustainable practices and offer DIY clothing solutions using iron-on patches to enhance customer engagement and promote environmental consciousness inspired by Johnny Patch. - **Sustainability and Recycling:** Companies focusing on sustainability can develop innovative solutions by repurposing materials and promoting reuse, aligning with the environmental mission demonstrated by Johnny Patch's recycled denim patches. - **Customization and Personalization:** Brands in various industries can consider offering personalized branding options, like Johnny Patch's embroidered signatures, to create unique and memorable experiences for their customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rewarding Recycling Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patagonia-2.md) - [Eco-Friendly Denim Dyes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-dye.md) - [In-Store Repair Workshops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-it-for-longer.md) - [Cheese-Inspired Fashion Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-pocket-jeans.md) - [Clothing Repair Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clothing-repair-service.md) - [Tattoo-Style Pimple Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zitsticka-x-jonboy.md) - [Recycled Tire Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathmandu-epiq-se.md) - [Recycled Polyester Fleece Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patagonia-retrox-jacket.md) - [Accessible Garment Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tube-eeze-patches.md)