Method of making an emblem

Abstract

A method of making an emblem comprises the steps of providing a fabric layer; subjecting the fabric layer to a calendering process comprising the application of heat and pressure; applying a pattern on the first surface of the fabric layer; and bonding a second layer of thermoplastic adhesive material to a second surface of the fabric layer.

I claim:  
     
         1 . A method of making an emblem comprising the steps of: 
 providing a fabric layer;    subjecting the fabric layer to a calendering process comprising the application of heat and pressure;    applying a pattern on a first surface of the fabric layer; and    bonding a second layer of thermoplastic adhesive material to a second surface of the fabric layer.    
     
     
         2 . The method of making an emblem of  claim 1 , wherein the step of subjecting the fabric layer to a calendering process is performed before the step of applying the pattern.  
     
     
         3 . The method of making an emblem of  claim 1 , wherein the step of subjecting the fabric layer to a calendering process is performed before the step of bonding the second layer.  
     
     
         4 . The method of making an emblem of  claim 1 , wherein the step of subjecting the fabric layer to a calendering process is performed after the step of applying the pattern.  
     
     
         5 . The method of making an emblem of  claim 1 , wherein the step of subjecting the fabric layer to a calendering process is performed after the step of bonding the second layer.  
     
     
         6 . The method as recited in  claim 1  wherein the applied temperature is in the range of 370-420° F.  
     
     
         7 . The method as recited in  claim 1  wherein the applied pressure is in a range of 300-450 lbs. per linear inch.  
     
     
         8 . The method as recited in  claim 1  wherein the application of heat and pressure causes fibers of the fabric to be flattened and at least one surface of the fabric layer to include a luster.