Repairing Clothes

Dye dark clothes to return them to a near new appearance. Fabric dye tends to fade with multiple washings. The fading is often uneven and gives the clothing a worn or distressed look. Save money...

Whether you are working with a well worn pair of cowboy boots or a pair of stylish thigh high boots it is important to care for the leather properly. Taking the time to condition the leather when...

Wearing a handcrafted leather hat can be a great way to show your sense of style to the world. A leather hat can be a perfect way to keep the sun out of your eyes and to protect your head from the...

Leather shoes can be stylish, but often require more maintenance than shoes made from cloth or other materials. One persistent problem with many leather shoes is that they will develop a squeak,...

Buying a good jean skirt is almost like making an investment in a classic clothing item--because they have been around and popular now for several decades. Denim skirts are cute, and they usually...

It doesn't take much to snag a pair of pants or a nice sweater and feel like it is completely ruined. It can happen any time and any where, but it doesn't have to be the end of the item. There...

Do you have a pair of pants that drag the ground? Are you tired of paying expensive alteration fees? This repair can be done very easily for no cost at all. This article will show you how to...

Most bathing suit tops come with foam inserts to help shape and cover the breast. If the original padding gets lost, the top is rendered almost useless. Luckily, inserts are sold separately...

If you've ever bought the hat you've always wanted only to find it hugs your crown just a little too tightly, you may have experienced an unpleasant headache as well as a case of buyer's remorse....

Scuff marks steal the luster from leather shoes. An errant step, a clumsy dance partner or contact with a sharp or abrasive object is all it takes to leave your shoes looking scraped and...

Iron-on patches on hockey jerseys often become warped or bubbled after many washings. The jersey itself becomes warped or shrinks, and little bubbles appear in the patches. The bubbles are places...

During the Great Depression their were more than 120,000 shoe cobblers. The number of shoe cobblers has decreased significantly since then, but their craft is making a come back in a big way.

Everyone has a pair of favorite, old blue jeans - those jeans that you can't bear to throw out because they hold sentimental value, or because they fit you perfectly. Overtime, like any clothes,...

Arms and legs too long for your old favorite sweat pants or sweatshirts or you want to add some pazzaz to new ones?

Rips and tears in clothing occurring along a seam are quite easy to repair quickly and inconspicuously. When a rip or tear occurs on a seam line, the typical solution is to repair the rip by...

Whether the holes come from rough and tumble little boys or your husband the roofer, patching the knee holes in jeans extends their useful life. This doesn't need to be a complicated process; it...

Losing a button off of your favorite pair of pants can be very frustrating. But don’t throw that pair of pants in the trash just because of a missing button. It’s really not that hard to sew a...

Stains and spills happen to the best of us and our favorite shirts. Fixing a new splotch with synthetic dye is a good DIY project with results that you control.

Taking care of your clothes is important, but taking care of your leather jacket requires more attention and a quick response when it gets wet. You want to avoid getting your leather jacket wet as...

One of the distinguishing characteristics of original Crocs, aside from the rubbery material and ventilation holes, is their strap. It is attached to the shoe with black rivets and printed with...

EUREKA!! NO MORE SQUEAK!! Like you, I had a favorite pair of shoes that had become ridiculously squeaky. I tried many of the standard remedies such as powder, oil, and silicone. Nothing...

There is no need to ditch a beloved watch just because the plastic face got a little banged up. Nor do you have to pay for a professional jeweler to fix it. You probably already have the tools to...

A shirt embellished with crystals can be a fun and interesting addition to any wardrobe. However, any clothing with extra pieces like buttons or crystals may be prone to losing those pieces. If...

Plastic eyeglass frames are durable and less difficult to break than glass eyewear. However, mistakenly leave them in an unexpected place and they can become crushed when sat upon or handled...

When working with certain types of thick fabrics, like denim or heavy broad cloths, sewing them together with thread may not give the seam enough strength to hold. If you are working with a heavy...

It has happened to many people: You store your leather or suede shoes in a damp or humid, dark closet and when you go to put them on you discover mold. Shoes are an investment, and mold can ruin...

When you wash your favorite clothing items frequently, they have a tendency to fade over time. Some items completely change from black to gray or from red to pink. Do not despair if your duds are...

HOW TO FIX A METAL ZIPPER THAT WON’T STAY UP We all have pants that the zipper won’t stay up on. We usually just toss them out. To replace a zipper on jeans is very difficult, and most of us...

Birkenstocks are German-made shoes designed for a balance of health, comfort and style. They are characterized by their signature cork footbeds. Because purchasing Birkenstock shoes is an...

I recently bought a pair of jeans only to find out that as I wore them the zipper would ride down. Of course by the time I found out the zipper dropped to half mast I had thrown out the receipt as...

Metal rivets in leather can lend an interesting, classy or tough look to a garment or accessory, but they're made to be secure. Removing rivets while doing the least possible damage to the leather...

Repairing an expensive pair of Dior sunglasses does not have to be complicated. A return to the retailer they were purchased from will simplify the process. Dior sunglasses are sold with a one...

Some common damage made to leather shoes may look unattractive, but be relatively simple to fix. With the help of the right leather and suede maintenance tools and replacement parts commonly...

If the insoles in your Nike shoes have worn down or if you want to replace them with specialty insoles, you're in luck. The process is simple and inexpensive. Nike makes replacement soles for many...

We all have shirts laying around that are missing a button. Sometimes two or three. We either continue to wear them regardless, or they sit there waiting to be repaired. And sometimes they will...

The removal of gold plating from jewelry is often desirable if the gold surface has become tarnished or lackluster. In most cases it will not be possible to preserve the gold as it is removed....

You can properly hang up a sweater without causing creases to form or hanger indication. With so many different hangers on the market these days, that's all it takes is finding the right one. Here...

Grommets are often used on garments as a fashion decoration or a practical means of protecting a hole used for threading. However, modern metal grommets are applied in such a manner as to be long...

If you love jeans, and wear them until they rip, you'll find this how-to article very helpful. You'll learn how to patch your favorite jeans very simply by using on iron on patch. That's not all...

Getting a little to big to fit that gorgeous baby bump in those sexy jeans? Dont want to break down and get granny maternity pants? Well here is a way to turn your stylish jeans into maternity...

Losing a button can not only be embarassing if it happens in public, but it can also mean the end for an favorite pair of shorts or button up shirt. Just by taking a few extra precautions with ...

Leather goods are often expensive. Because of this, it is important to maintain them properly, and to know what to do if a leather product becomes damaged. Whether you want to fix a torn jacket or...

Sewing is the ability to graft two pieces of fabric together to create a coherent whole. A properly sewn garment can be a work of art as well as a practical shield against the elements. Teaching...

Want to know how to save money on socks? I'm going to tell you how to mend those holes by using a simple sewing method. Almost anyone can mend socks even children!

Don't get me wrong; the uppers (their innards included) are great (the unadjustable hidden elastic band at ankle level is a tad snug, but no booty's perfect) -- but the soles! Polyester cloth as...

Everyone has a favorite pair of jeans or dress pants they love to wear and tend to keep for a long time. This of course leads to a lot of wear and tear, including zippers that stop working...

To hem a skirt that moves to your every move, sew up the bottom of the skirt and press immediately.

If your leather couch, coat or bag has a small scuff or minor tear, a simple liquid-leather repair kit from your local tailor will probably fix it. If it's a large, major piece of damage, then you...

This article will teach any consumer how to stretch the waistline of jeans using easily accessible tools around the home. You can add from 1 to 2 extra inches.

Here is how to repair a Tshirt edge or insert edge. This will save you money and method can be done to any clothing with this edge.