Do-It-Yourself Darning:On a basic level, all fabric is the same. Everything is made from yarns (or threads) criss-crossing each other lengthwise and widthwise. When you have a hole in a sweater, you’re missing a segment in that weave. To fill in that hole, you can essentially “wea...
It's happened to me more times than I can remember, and if you cut that eyesore away you're asking for trouble. However, there is a quick way to fix it while maintaining the longevity of your sweater—without giving money to your dry cleaner. Begin by assessing the size of your ...
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I try to be careful and watch for rough edges on counters and tables, but somehow I still frequently end up with snags on my dresses and sweater. Years ago, I made the big mistake of just cutting a snag off. Be warned- don’t do it! You’ll only be left with a hole instead of...
Dryer sheets use a special technology to make your clothes soft and static-free straight from the dryer. Peter Cade/Getty Images Have you ever thought you lost a sock in the dryer, only to discover it stubbornly clinging to the arm of your sweater? Or maybe you've picked up a freshly...
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At its heart, a copier works because of one basic physical principle: opposite charges attract. As a kid, you probably played with static electricity and balloons. On a dry winter day, you can rub a balloon on your sweater and create enough static electricity in the balloon to create a ...
A hole in your favorite sweater or jeans doesn't have to be a tragedy. Instead, turn that tear into something beautiful by mending it with embroidery. Just as no two holes are the same, the embroidery solution and technique that's best will differ depending on what you're mending. Read...
I also find it more comfortable to knit this way personally. -Color changes are worked mid row so as not to impede on our solid color garter stitch border. I drop my MC yarn and pick up my CC yarn to change color leaving a hole that I’ll fix later when weaving the ends. However...
Kim Brown: Me too. No secret to it other than doing some good stretching exercises, the hitting some balls, either walk when you play or ride in an enclosed cart. Wear “layers” instead of bulky clothes. Wear a sweater vest, as that provides an extra layer without restricting the arms...