Post #2022950
2026-05-05 07:58 UTC
Put the pants on a flat surface, and put first the hemming tape and the the patch on the inside on the hole. The right side of the patch facing down, towards the hole. Try to keep the edges of the hole together so less of the patch will show through. If your hole is too big, don't worry, that's why you have a patch in a matching colour. (Or not, you can use a contrasting patch for a bit of #VisibleMending.) If there's a lot of fraying, maybe trim down the edges a bit first. When everything is lined out, take a hot iron and iron the patch on. Mind you don't melt any interfacing to your iron, or you'll have to clean of nasty gunk (ask me how I know).
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#sewing #mending #MakeDoAndMend
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@Stratski@mendeddrum.org 2026-05-05 08:03
The hemming tape may claim that it's a durable solution, but that's a lie. We need to reinforce this patch or it'll just drop off in no time. Using your sewing machine (or needle and thread if you're patient and have strong fingers), sew up and down the patch several times. Remember to use matching thread to your pants. This is where the reverse button of your machine will really come in handy. Up and down, left and right, just make a nice grid, catching all the edges. 4/5 #sewing #mending #MakeDoAndMend