Learn How to Mend
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Holes
Holes
Patching Holes
Patching Holes
Patching is an easy and fun way to cover a hole in your favorite shirt or jeans. It works well with woven material. Here we will share with you two styles, patching from the "front" and "back". The steps are similar, but the visual outcome will be different depending on which side you place the patch.
Patch from the Front (Easier)
Patch from the Front (Easier)
1. Cut out a patch to a size that covers the hole + the weakened area.
2. Place patch over the hole and fasten with pins.
3. Stitch the edge of the patch to the fabric.
4. (Optional) Add running stitched to reinforce the weak area.
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Patch from the Back
Patch from the Back
1. Cut out a patch to a size that covers the hole + the weakened area.
2. Place patch behind the hole and fasten with pins.
3. Stitch the edge of the hole to the fabric.
(If you want to stop the fraying or like the look of this step)
4. Add running stitched to reinforce the weak area.
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Embracing Holes
Embracing Holes
Stitch around the hole to prevent further damage such as the hole growing or fraying.
Stains
Stains
You can camouflage the stain with running stitch,
cover it with embroidery or a patch
or play with the shape of the stain!
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