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I love this one. My client had a vision for repairing the shredded yoke on this much-loved denim jacket. She brought me these AMAZING shorts that didn’t fit anymore and I made a whole new yoke from them. I can’t get enough of it.

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It’s International Repair Day and I thought I’d share some of the books I keep coming back to for inspiration and techniques.

Only one of these references a sewing machine. It’s a good reminder that all you need to mend your cloth

This one lost a fight with a washing machine.

I’ve been wanting to try this technique for t-shirt repair on a larger project, and these two vintage Gromit and Wishbone tees were perfect for it. Lessons were learned, but I had a blast piecing these pups back together.

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Hand sewn patches for a change.

I haven’t been documenting or posting as much lately, but I am here… sewing, enjoying my garden, cheering on Abdul and Donavan.

#denimrepair #clothingrepair #mending

Detroit, MI

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