@kenSwinson I finally found the time and the right piece of clothing for one of the patches I got from you. Really happy with how it came out, and it hides the stain on this hoodie perfectly 😅

#Mending #ClothingRepair

It has come to my attention that my favourite jacket is falling apart. I would like to repair it for two reasons:

  • I love this jacket.
  • I can't afford a new one right now.

  • I have no opposition to #VisibleMending.

    Suggestions?

    #AskFedi #ClothingRepair

    Random lesson I have learned as I have been learning how to sew (which I violated for my entire life until now). NEVER JUST PULL LOOSE THREADS OUT OF YOUR CLOTHING/ETC. ETC. -- always cut them off! If you pull those threads, you are unraveling... SOMETHING. #sewing #repair #clothingrepair
    Mending can sometimes be thought of as a chore, but I find it really relaxing and enjoyable, especially when I've got a good podcast to listen to.

    This time around I'm repairing socks. I don't usually feel like store bought socks are worth it, but I have a couple that I really like, and they've lasted longer than normal, so I thought I'd give it a try and see if it helps.

    #mending #visiblemending #sewing #repair #clothingrepair #diy #makedoandmend #handsewing #socks #frugal #recycling

    I should have taken a photo, but didn't - there was a stall on the market today with two ladies offering minor clothing repairs while you waited.
    What a great idea, and how very French!

    #france #clothingRepair #CoteBleuBlog

    More darning adventures! Machine-darned my favorite jeans this time. The thigh rub area (ladies know how it is). I swear this thread was a perfect color match on the spool 😅 it's a little pale on the fabric but hopefully eyes aren't drawn to my crotch too much because of it #darnit #clothingrepair
    Bluesky

    Bluesky Social
    Sunday project: first time darning! Found some *magically* matching thread to my bf's patagonia climbing pants in my thread hoard. Took a few hours but they're good as new now (maybe better)! Also fixed a frayed pocket seam while at it. Not my straightest line ever 😅 #diy #clothingrepair #darnit
    Bluesky

    Bluesky Social

    After the takeover of our company by another competitor, behind the scenes a full blown integration plan was set up and is running.

    As employees not immediately involved in the integration, we are encouraged to host or join so-called "Culture Circles", where in small groups - during company time - you talk about a variety of topics. The topics are brought in by the hosts, and this afternoon I will host/mediate a circle on the topic of "Fabrics & Textile Arts".
    No idea what everyone will bring to our hour, but I have some samples ready, because basically I hope we'll all talk about our hobbies that have something to do with textile/fabric and such  

    #LeoniekeDoesNotNeedMoreHobbies #Sewing #LTAACreations #Repair #KledingReparatie #ClothingRepair #PatchWork #QuiltedFabric #Quilt #Quilting

    We had a great time at the Zero Waste Fall Festival hosted by @zerowaste_a2
    We were invited to host a table with the theme "Clothing Repairs". We brought a variety of sewing tools and supplies for public use, made clothing repairs, and taught mending skills.
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    #zerowasteannarbor #annarbormakerspace #gogreenannarbor #clothingrepair #annarborevents

    In 2021, I was inspired by @SocialGaff and @rabbithearth to try using a speed weve, a tool for quickly making darned patches that dates back to the 1940-50's. I received one in 2022/2023 but didn't get to put it till use till more recently. Here are my first two attempts that took me 1-2 hours.

    In a following post I will include some of my notes and advice
    #repair #clothingrepair #mending