How to Get Rid of a Sweater Snag

Repair a snagged sweater instead of throwing it away.

Clothes are expensive so you want them to last as long as possible. Luckily, a snag does not mean a sweater is ruined. Sweater snags can be repaired simply and quickly. Fix sweater snags to avoid throwing away an otherwise good sweater.

Things You'll Need

• Small crochet hook
• Liquid fray check
• Thread
• Needle
• Scissor

Instructions

1. Don't pull at the snag. Take the sweater off and turn it inside out. Insert a small crochet hook through the sweater. Pull the snag through to the inside of the sweater.

2. Clip it carefully if necessary with scissors or loop it back through to shorten it. Place a drop of liquid fray check on the snag. Let it dry completely.

3. Sew any holes left by the snag. Stitch the hole closed with tiny stitches in a coordinated color. Place a drop of liquid fray check and let dry completely.

Tips & Warnings

• Take care of pills before they become snags. Pill clippers are available at most retail stores.

• Store sweaters carefully out of season.

References

• Apartment Therapy: How to Rejuvenate Your Sweaters
• Knit Alteration: Cashmere and Wool Sweater Care

Resources

• Care 2: Packing Those Sweaters Away Safely