I have a lot of kids, so we end up with a lot of clutter when there isn't a place to keep everything. We have been given many sheet sets, and sometimes they are near the end of their lives - so we end up with torn bottom sheets and frayed top sheets, and TONS of orphaned ...
For a flat button, start by sewing an "X" on the fabric where you want to place the button. Insert a pin or toothpick through the "X." Sew up and down through the holes in the button several times. On the final pass, bring your needle and thread only up under the button. Wrap ...
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When a piece of cloth rips, sometimes you can repair it by hand. If you do it properly, the new stitching will hold the pieces together for a long time. Rips can occur along seams, which are easy to fix, or anywhere else on the fabric. Provided that you didn't lose a large amount...
Going over any more of the fabric may accidentally rip up your repaired stitches. 7 Remove excess thread to prevent fraying. Snip the thread from the bobbin and needle, and trim any excess fabric or thread from the newly mended area. If there are frayed edges, be sure to trim those, ...
Just cut frayed threads, not the actual fabric of the jeans.[1] 2 Thread the needle and tie the knot properly. Placing a knot at the far end of the thread will anchor it in the fabric once you start sewing. It can be frustrating to have to keep re-threading the needle, so be ...