Mending and repairing jeans with holes : the best ways to fix a hole in jeans - {including the hole in the crotch}
Learn to sew a Ladder stitch (invisible stitch) by hand. The Ladder stitch is great for closing seams and repairing holes in clothes.
Stop what you are doing because this no-sew hack will fix the hole in your best T-Shirt. We can be clumsy and careless sometimes. The worst thing is when you don’t remember when you made this hole. You can wear it without noticing until it catches the eye of your friends or family. Wait. Don’t
How to fix tank top straps if they're too long - adjust tank top straps using this DIY tutorial with clear video, pictures and instructions.
If your jean zipper has broken on your favorite pair, then learn how to fix a zipper on jeans by replacing it with a new one.
Subtle Mends for Unmentionable Areas I teach workshops on visible mending regularly, and by far, the most requested mend is the dreaded crotch repair. Luckily, it's a pretty simple repair. If you are like me, jeans are my favorite article of clothing to wear. And a well fitting pair of jeans is magic, and also tragic
Replacing a jean button is simple with no sewing skills required. Check out my tutorial on how to do it. You'll be shown where to buy the no sew button.
Visible mending is a simple method for repairing a garment. Maybe you’ve snagged your dress on something, and a hole has formed, or you have weakened, thread bare areas from friction rubbing...
Is anything worse than a non-intentional hole in your favourite pair of jeans? Having the crotch essentially explode (especially when those jeans are me-made) is always a heartbreaker. It's for this reason that I fell in love with Rain of Indigo Proof. Based in Portland, Rain is a denim conservationist in the finest sense of […]
If you are looking how to fix an issue with a zipper, you have come to the right place. Today, we are sharing how to fix any zipper problems.
Mending and repairing jeans with holes : the best ways to fix a hole in jeans - {including the hole in the crotch}
Sashiko is a Japanese hand-sewing style that was originally used by working class people as a means to mend used clothing and household items. But it is so much more than that! The even, geometric patterns of sashiko create a beautiful decorative effect, so that they go beyond being purely practical
My favorite pair of jeans ripped in the crotch area- my jumbo thighs wore the fabric out! Boooooooooooooooooooooo! Here is how I repair burnouts in the crotches of jeans: Here’s my rip 😮 the …
Learn how to sew a rip in 5 different ways. Different types of tears and holes require different methods. All are easy, I will show you how!
Ever wondered how to stretch the waist on jeans so you can wear your favorites forever? Find out which tips and tricks work for you.
Don't you hate it when you have to throw out a beloved garment after it is damaged? So do I, and you can not imagine how happy I was to find that many stains, spills and snags can be repaired to make the unsightly item wearable again. I love the tips for removing ink and
Visible clothes mending resources from across the internet
I’m not sure why exactly, but my husband has gone on an elbow-tearing bender with his work shirts. Right in front of my eyes he tore the elbows out of two shirts while putting them on yesterd…
Repair those damaged seams with some easy hand sewing methods to make your items good as new. This video demonstrates two different methods depending on whether or not you have access to the inside of the seam.
Learn How to repair clothes by sewing holes and mending them rightly
I have a lot of shirts and dresses where the armhole is just too big or wide. Here's a tutorial to fix those large armholes.
Essential Hand Sewing Stitches. Running Stitch. Backstitch. Blanket Stitch. Whip Stitch. Cross Stitch. Pickstitch. Catchstitch. Invisible Stitch
I've said it before and I'll say it again - one of the best parts of learning how to sew for me, is the ability to undertake vintage repair projects.
Dealing with yellow armpit stains? Check out this easy way to remove armpit stains. Never deal with yellow armpit stains again with this simple tip!
How to Fix a Zipper (without Replacing It): This is a easy way to fix a zipper without replacing it. This method is really fast too. It works when the zipper pull doesn't close the zipper together anymore. I don't really like to replace zippers, because they always come out a little bit wavy …
I think I blinked and a month went by. So much for a productive summer. School starts in a couple weeks and I feel like I've accomplished...
How to darn socks and knitwear
Patching and mending expert Tom of Holland shows you how to darn a hole in your knitting using a traditional stocking darn.
Learn How to repair clothes by sewing holes and mending them rightly
I'm tackling some of those bothersome small holes that appear on t-shirts with some quirky and colourful visible mending.
Letter appliques are a great way to personalize craft projects, such as hand towels, throw pillows, and Christmas stockings. While you can always buy pre-made ones that you can iron on, making your own will give you more options in terms...
The other day I was making lunch for the family and I made quite the mess. I was cooking some grilled cheese sandwiches {because – YUM} a...
There you are, watching your kid when suddenly you notice a flash of white appearing where it should be only black. A spot of color in an unwelcome place that can only mean one thing–a busted…
