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The Magic of Flip Sequins: Transform Your Style with a Swipe!

Explore flip sequins: dynamic embellishments that transform projects with a swipe. Perfect for DIY, discover versatile uses and creative tips!

FLIP SEQUINS • COLOUR CHANGE • PATCH FUN

One Patch. Two Looks.

Flip sequin patches change colour, pattern or design with a swipe — making them one of the most playful ways to customise jackets, bags, gifts, costumes and accessories.

↔ Two-sided sequins ✨ Interactive sparkle 🎨 Custom designs available
Flip sequin star patch
SWIPE →
FLIP • REVEAL • REPEAT
Flip sequin patches showing reversible sequin effect

SO... WHAT ACTUALLY IS A FLIP SEQUIN?

Sequins with a secret second side.

Each sequin has two different faces. Brush your hand one way and you see one colour or design; swipe it back and the second side appears.

That means the patch itself changes as you interact with it — which is why flip sequins work so well for bold shapes, initials, symbols, hidden messages and colour-change designs.

WHY FLIP SEQUINS?

Because normal sparkle apparently wasn't enough.

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Two looks in one

Change colour, reveal a contrasting design or create a hidden effect.

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Instant movement

The changing surface catches light and makes the patch feel interactive.

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Loads of design potential

Stars, initials, logos, symbols, names and simple graphic shapes work brilliantly.

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Ridiculously satisfying

Yes, you will probably keep swiping it backwards and forwards.

WHERE DO THEY WORK?

Anywhere that deserves more drama.

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Jackets

Statement backs, sleeves or bold chest designs.

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Bags & backpacks

One of the easiest places to add a large interactive patch.

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Personalised gifts

Names, initials and symbols make great one-off presents.

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Costumes & performance

Brilliant for dancewear, stage clothing and statement pieces.

ATTACHING FLIP SEQUIN PATCHES

Protect the sequins from direct heat.

Where a flip sequin patch has a heat-activated backing, apply the main heat from the reverse of the garment wherever possible.

Always check the garment care label first, use dry heat, and avoid placing the iron directly onto the sequin surface.

For heavily used items such as bags or jackets, a few stitches around the backing can provide additional security.

Read Our Sequin Application Guide →

YES — WE CAN MAKE THEM CUSTOM

Your own flip sequin patch.

Flip sequins aren't limited to the designs you see in our catalogue. We can create custom flip sequin patches for projects that need that colour-changing, swipe-to-reveal effect.

Tell us the size, shape, colours, quantity and what you'd like each side of the sequin effect to reveal. We'll review the artwork and help work out what will translate well into the construction.

SIDE A YOUR
DESIGN
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SIDE B • SOMETHING DIFFERENT

FLIP • REVEAL • REPEAT

Ready to add a little magic?

Shop something ready-made or turn your own artwork into a custom flip sequin patch.

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