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Chopped 6” off this babe.

Cropping a puffer (or any lined jacket, really) like this is a bit involved. The new hem line falls right in the middle of the original pockets and we wanted to keep the original zipper for its perfect color match.

I love how loved these jeans are. They came in with years of old mends that were starting to fail. Working on these felt like a collaboration with and around someone else’s past care.

Swipe for a few of the old mends.

2026 has been a month a

Does your winter gear need some love? If you’re out shoveling or making snowmen, today’s the day you might find out! 🤣

This vintage snowsuit came in for a tune-up. I replaced the zipper, fixed up a few tears on the side seams and seat,

5 months of repairing and altering clothes (part-time) with the Neighborhood Fabric. I’m grateful to every single one of you for bringing me your mending and engaging here. I’m still learning my way on this app, and every like, comment, a

Detroit, MI

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denise@theneighborhoodfabric.com