How to Repair a Small Hole in Your Clothing

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How to Repair a Small Hole in Your Clothing

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

7

Time Required

15 minutes

Introduction

This is a beginner’s guide to repairing a small hole in clothing by sewing. This technique is easy enough to complete even in a fashion emergency. However, be careful when handling a needle. Never lose sight of your needle and always place it back in a safe spot.

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    • Grab the clothing you want to fix and lay it on a table.

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    • Find the thread that matches the colour of the clothing you are going to repair.

    • Measure and cut a piece of string a minimum of 20x the length of the hole.

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    • Insert the thread through the eye of the needle.

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    • Pull the thread through until the length of both ends of the thread are the same length.

    • Tie the ends in a double knot.

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    • Pinch the fabric to close the hole, and weave the needle back and forth through the pinch until the hole is sealed.

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    • Cut the thread from the needle and cut the leftover thread on both ends of the sealed hole.

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    • The hole is completely sealed!

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