Mending & Alterations Archives

Altering a leather jacket

November 5, 2024

I haven’t sewn leather before but I have a lovely thrifted jacket which fits everywhere except the sleeves. They are too long by about two inches. The sleeves are finished…
Portable mirror

February 2, 2024

Hello, I was wondering 🤔 if anyone has thought of a folding Mylar mirror!? Is that possible. I sometimes do alterations for people, not often but I have BOOKS! Is…
Is Non-mercerized Darning Cotton Thread still available anywhere?

January 5, 2024

Years ago, I found a nice stash of 'darning cotton' at a thrift store, now it is depleted. This works great to blend in repairs since it was not mercerized.…
How to adapt top for shoulder replacement surgery?

June 13, 2023

Help! I’m looking for patterns for women’s tops adapted for wear after shoulder joint replacement surgery. The tops need to open along all side seams and shoulder seams. Any advice,…
Interested in what it’s like to be a home-based tailor

February 8, 2022

Hi everyone! I'm new to this great place, as you can probably see. I wonder if any of you guys do any home-based tailoring or if you know anyone who does?…
Kilt For Men

January 26, 2022

Kilts for men is an elegant choice for men due to its formal, traditional and casual look. Mens kilts for sale provides a high level of comfort.
How to alter a dress with ruched sides?

October 31, 2021

I bought a bodycon dress that is too loose at the waist, I'd like to take it in at the waist to make it fit my waist. How would I…
Repairing braided rug

April 26, 2021

Hello!I have this old super heavy braided rug that I bought at a thrift store in the early 2000s. I assume it's from the 70s. It has no backing, and…
straps advice needed

June 30, 2020

how can u make a thin strap off the shoulder instead of on the shoulder
How to reform old jeans?

April 22, 2020

I've seen jeans became shoulder bags. I'm interested to know more creative ideas on how I can transform my old jeans into something useful and nice. Drop your suggestions here.…

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How to adapt top for shoulder replacement surgery?

Interested in what it’s like to be a home-based tailor

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How to alter a dress with ruched sides?

Repairing braided rug

straps advice needed

How to reform old jeans?

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Altering a leather jacket

Portable mirror

Is Non-mercerized Darning Cotton Thread still available anywhere?

How to adapt top for shoulder replacement surgery?

Interested in what it’s like to be a home-based tailor

Kilt For Men

How to alter a dress with ruched sides?

Repairing braided rug

straps advice needed

How to reform old jeans?

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