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Quiet power. This minimalist transfer is designed for those who believe the smallest gestures can speak volumes. Inspired by architectural balance and thoughtful restraint, “Diagonals” offers a simple, striking option for visible mending and embellishment.\n\nThe Art of Hand-Stitching\nIn just 1–2 hours, use needle and thread to create a subtle design that moves across your garment like a quiet echo. No machine needed—just your hands, your rhythm, and a little space to slow down.\n\nWhat’s Included:\nFour precision-drawn transfers printed on water-soluble stabilizer\nClear, calming instructions to guide you through the stitchwork\nSustainable, giftable packaging for ease and elegance\n\nPerfect For:\nAdding a crisp, geometric accent to worn knees, canvas pockets, or favorite shirting\nGifting to lovers of clean design and purposeful handwork\nHonoring wear and tear with intention—not erasure\n\nSubtle. Meditative. 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No machine needed—just needle, thread, and a peaceful hour or two.\n\nWhat’s Included:\nThree delicate transfers on premium water-soluble stabilizer\nClear, elegant instructions that guide you with ease\nSustainable, gift-ready packaging that tells the story of the design\n\nPerfect For:\nAdding gentle, geometric sparkle to beloved pieces\nGifting to someone who finds beauty in simplicity\nInviting a bit of wonder and rhythm into your repair practice\n\nA soft shimmer stitched by hand—visible mending with quiet magic.","brand":"Approved Textiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44933473927364,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/0350\/1764\/files\/f219a1d97a759fd97d68445e7de68023e1c07b28c10a7f326ebd7ded72ec8f14.jpg?v=1749668357"},{"product_id":"vertical-dashes-minimal-mending-embellishment-transfer","title":"Vertical Dashes - Minimal Mending + Embellishment Transfer","description":"Simple, striking, and full of motion—Vertical Dashes adds a subtle rhythm to your repairs. This design brings a refined linearity to handwork, like rainfall or quiet breath, inviting calm with every stitch.\n\nThe Art of Hand-Stitching\nNo machine needed—just a needle, thread, and a bit of time. In 1–2 hours, transform worn spots into poetic details, layering your garments with care and intention.\n\nWhat’s Included:\nOne water-soluble transfer featuring a vertical dash motif\nClear, elegant instructions to guide your hand-stitching journey\nSustainable, story-rich packaging for gifting or display\n\nPerfect For:\nLending structure and movement to canvas, denim, or cotton\nGifting to those who appreciate quiet design and meaningful making\nShifting repair from necessity to intentional, personal expression\n\nVertical Dashes is a minimalist gesture—quiet, steady, and full of grace.","brand":"Approved Textiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44933474025668,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/0350\/1764\/files\/e14f62170d4599b52ecdd29691f69ab6d24eb91d65c660eb9f28afb31d0db6a9.jpg?v=1749668359"},{"product_id":"persimmon-flowers-minimal-mending-embellishment-transfer","title":"Persimmon Flowers - Minimal Mending + Embellishment Transfer","description":"Delicate yet grounded, this design is inspired by the shape of persimmon calyxes—those quiet, star-like forms left behind after harvest. “Persimmon Flowers” invites you to mend with care, intention, and a touch of natural poetry.\n\nThe Art of Hand-Stitching\nStitch your way through this design in about 1–2 hours—no machine needed. Just a needle, thread, and a few calm moments of your own.\n\nWhat’s Included:\nFour thoughtfully composed transfers printed on water-soluble stabilizer\nSimple, elegant instructions that make the process inviting\nCompostable, gift-ready packaging that tells the story of the design\n\nPerfect For:\nAdding an organic detail to denim, canvas, or natural fiber garments\nA mindful gift for those drawn to plant forms and subtle beauty\nBringing gentle rhythm and botanical softness to your visible mending practice\n\nA quiet bloom for the things you choose to keep and care for.","brand":"Approved Textiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44933474156740,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/0350\/1764\/files\/930017ee3d66a35a16e420cda0892e074ab13ed671153a6f4deed89b92822919.jpg?v=1749668362"},{"product_id":"swerve-mini-scissors","title":"Swerve Mini Scissors","description":"Swerve mini scissors.  Measuring in at 2.5\", they're TSA Approved!\n\nScissors come with small plastic tip protectors- fancier leather tip Protector sold separately ","brand":"DEGEN","offers":[{"title":"Matte Black","offer_id":45358322155716,"sku":"TOOLS-SWERVESCISSORS-MATTEBLACK","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pollen","offer_id":45358322188484,"sku":"TOOLS-SWERVESCISSORS-POLLEN","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/0350\/1764\/files\/f6e023bfd01b930a8ab5437810b4ac1f421fedf79ba9e123aacb6f76d7c0224d.jpg?v=1762306097"},{"product_id":"thimtec-thimble-tape","title":"Thimtec Thimble Tape","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevents hand fatigue, stitch through light to heavy layers. 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As we mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence, we at Approved Textiles are reflecting on what it means to choose connection and love while continuing our work toward collective liberation from systems of oppression and discrimination.\n\nWe can’t choose our past—but we can choose the world we’re actively building today. We’re choosing love.\n\nEach transfer cut-out is 4.25\" by 5.5\".\n\nHow to Use Your Visible Mending Transfers\n\nPrep Your Fabric: Make sure your fabric is clean and dry before starting.\n\nChoose Your Design: Pick one of the four designs from the set.\n\nApply the Transfer: Place the transfer design with the printed side facing the fabric. Gently press to activate the adhesive.\n\nStitch: Use a needle and thread to stitch along the design, following the printed lines. 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Inspired by orbits and planetary pull, “Orbit” brings gentle curvature to your mending practice—an invitation to revolve, not rush.\n\nThe Art of Hand-Stitching\nIn just 1–2 hours, use needle and thread to create a subtle design that moves across your garment like a quiet echo. No machine needed—just your hands, your rhythm, and a little space to slow down.\n\nWhat’s Included:\nFour precision-drawn transfers printed on water-soluble stabilizer\nClear, calming instructions to guide you through the stitchwork\nSustainable, giftable packaging for ease and elegance\n\nPerfect For:\nAdding a crisp, geometric accent to worn knees, canvas pockets, or favorite shirting\nGifting to lovers of clean design and purposeful handwork\nHonoring wear and tear with intention—not erasure\n\nSubtle. Meditative. Made to last.\nLet your stitches move in circles. 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In under two hours, this design adds a crisp, dimensional touch to garments in need of care or transformation.\n\nWhat’s Included:\nFour structured, form-driven designs printed on water-soluble stabilizer:\n- 3 Gritty variations\n- Philadelphia Flyers logo\nClear, minimalist instructions for a calm, focused stitching experience\nSustainable packaging that honors the design’s origins—gift-ready and gallery-worthy\n\nPerfect For:\nReworking that black-and-orange gear, patching up a thrifted jersey, or stitching chaos into your look with Philly’s furriest mascot.\n\nNot NHL-approved—just pure Gritty energy, stitched loud and unapologetic.","brand":"Approved Textiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46191232647364,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/0350\/1764\/files\/6596417cd19682aad9d228a500039bfca0f2f89de411b6b5e557093fb577c473.jpg?v=1779973667"},{"product_id":"little-squares-minimal-mending-embellishment-transfer","title":"Little Squares - Minimal Mending + Embellishment Transfer","description":"Simple, structured, and beautifully geometric—Little Squares invites you to bring order and balance to your repairs. This design is for those who appreciate the art of small, deliberate details that come together to create something greater.\n\nThe Art of Hand-Stitching\nSpend 1–2 hours stitching this clean, minimal design by hand. No sewing machine required—just your needle, thread, and time to craft a timeless piece of wearable art.\n\nWhat’s Included:\nFour precise transfers printed on water-soluble stabilizer\nEasy-to-follow instructions that make the process intuitive and enjoyable\nElegant, eco-friendly packaging that tells the story of the design\n\nPerfect For:\nAdding subtle, geometric elegance to any fabric, from jackets to tote bags\nA gift for those who love understated artistry and thoughtful details\nElevating your wardrobe with a custom, eco-conscious touch\n\nMake your mending meaningful with Little Squares, where small moments add up to something beautiful.","brand":"Approved Textiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46191232680132,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/0350\/1764\/files\/8b8334951830c2f22641833b2e0e5e4a0a8ae703ccd24928ed801faccaeb6a98.jpg?v=1779973669"},{"product_id":"shrimpshiko-mending-embellishment-transfer","title":"Shrimpshiko Mending + Embellishment Transfer","description":"Shrimp are remarkably durable animals, protected by segmented shells and shaped by constant movement through water. 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