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Nordic Innovation Award -kunniamaininta!

Honourable Mention in the Nordic Innovation Award!

We have received an Honourable Mention in the Finnish round of the Nordic Innovation Award competition. Warm thanks to the Finnish Patent and Registration Office (PRH) for this recognition! The Nordic Innovation Award is a Nordic innovation competition that recognises responsible and sustainable innovations. In Finland, the competition is organised by the Finnish Patent and Registration Office (PRH). Read more.

Vaatelaastari on voittanut Vuoden 2026 Kiertotalousteko -palkinnon

FabPatch has been awarded the 2026 Circular Economy Act of the Year Award

FabPatch Oy received the national Circular Economy Achievement Award in June at the ACEF2026 circular economy forum. The award is presented annually to a bold, innovative, and passionate organization or individual advancing the circular economy. Read more.

Prym x FabPatch -yhteistyö lanseerattiin Kölnissä

FabPatch and Prym launched collaboration

A textile repair innovation developed in Finland has taken its next step in international growth as FabPatch Ltd, known for its Vaatelaastari products, and Prym Consumer Europe GmbH launched a joint Prym x FabPatch collection. Read more 

Esittelyssä: Kvadrat Repair patches

Introducing: Kvadrat Repair patches

A curated textile repair solution, designed with the intention of extending the life of upholstered furniture and reduce waste. Read more

FabPatch Pro - projekti

FabPatch Pro - project

The FabPatch Pro project focuses on the development of new, higher value-added repair products and processes, specifically targeted at demanding international tactical, technical, and defence markets. Read more

FabPatchin vuosi 2025 – korjaamisen vuosi

FabPatch’s Year of Repair 2025

If 2025 had to be summed up in one sentence, it would be this: repair reached a whole new level. It showed in the FabRebel community, in the awards we received, and in how repair culture spread beyond Finland’s borders. Read more.

Vaatelaastari on Suomen Vastuullisin Tuote

FabPatch™ Is Finland’s Most Sustainable Product

FabPatch™ has been selected as the winner of the Clothing & Wellbeing category in the Finland’s Most Sustainable Product competition. Read more!

Seitsemän vuotta, seitsemän kohokohtaa

Seven years, seven milestones

FabPatch has grown to school age! Over these years, so much has happened – here are seven highlights from our seven-year journey. Read more. 

Suopaikka Puolanka FabPatch luonnonsuojelualue

We Do Good – FabPatch Ltd makes the permanent Suopaikka nature reserve possible

A new 66.5-hectare permanent nature reserve, Suopaikka (Peatland patch), has been established in Puolanka through a collaboration between local private forest owners and FabPatch Ltd, a company built on circular economy principles. 

Vaatelaastari FabPatch Stretch Pride kangaspaikka

FabPatch™ Pride is here! 🌈

The colorful new FabPatch Pride finishes and repairs your clothes – and tells the world that you stand for equality and inclusion.

FabPatch Vaatelaastari Vuoden huiput hopeahuippu

Hopeahuippu award!

The FabPatch brand identity renewal, carried out by Kuudes, was awarded a Hopeahuippu in Grafia’s Vuoden Huiput competition. Read more here.

Suomalainen Vaatelaastari -innovaatio palkittiin kahdella mantereella

Finnish Innovation FabPatch Honored on Two Continents

FabPatch Ltd, a company recognized with multiple awards in Finland, has won the grand prize at the Scandinavian Outdoor Awards. The victory was announced in June at the Outdoor ISPO event in Munich. Almost simultaneously, SISKO Ltd, representing FabPatch repair products in Australia, received a Highly Commended recognition at the Naturally Good Awards in Sydney. Read more!

Vaatelaastari Helsinki Priden kumppaniksi – teemme yhdessä näkyväksi sateenkaaren kaikkia värejä

FabPatch Becomes Partner of Helsinki Pride – Together We Make All Colors of the Rainbow Visible

Hey there, fabulous folks! We’re thrilled to announce that FabPatch Ltd. is now a proud partner of Helsinki Pride, Finland's largest human rights event. We’re not just showing up; we’re standing up for sexual equality and working to promote inclusivity and non-discrimination. After all, there’s a place for everyone under our rainbow! 

Euroopan 30 parasta kiertotalousyritystä torjuvat luonnon monimuotoisuuden vähenemistä - FabPatch Oy mukana listauksessa

Europe's Top 30 Circular Economy Companies Combat Biodiversity Loss - FabPatch Oy Featured on the List

Europe's leading 30 circular economy companies will be showcased at the World Circular Economy Forum 2024 in Brussels. The company list presented by Sitra illustrates how these companies address the challenges of biodiversity loss and create new business opportunities. Alongside this, Sitra will publish a handbook guiding businesses in developing circular economy models to achieve nature conservation goals. Read more

Ylpeänä esittelemme: Uusi logomme!

Introducing our new logo!

The logomark features a variery of existing and fresh patch shapes stacked on top of each other. Crafted by the talented team at Kuudes Helsinki, led by Tony Eräpuro and Matti Lehto, this logo signals a broader renewal. It embodies our dedication to quality, innovation, and authenticity, paving the way for a globally competitive brand. Read more!

Joutsen Vaatelaastari® kevytuntuvatakeille

Joutsen FabPatch™ for lightweight down jackets

Our brand collaboration with Joutsen continues with the introduction of the new FabPatch™ product! In the winter adventures, your beloved go-to jacket may encounter unexpected injuries. Joutsen FabPatch™ for lightweight down jackets provides an easy and discreet way to mend the burns from sparks and conceal stubborn stains.