How to Patch a Nylon Jacket
Nylon was developed as a synthetic substitute for silk. It was first used for nylon-bristled toothbrushes and then for women's stockings. Since then, it has been used in a variety of applications, including carpets, rope and fabric. It's highly durable, is light-weight and is resistant to mold and mildew. It is often used to make sports gear and clothing, including ski jackets and parkas. Because it is so light-weight and often used for sports clothing, it can get ripped or torn during use. However, a torn nylon jacket is easily patched with a few simple steps. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Determine the nature of the tear. If it is a simple rip, you will be able to mend it easily. If it is a large tear, with jagged edges, you will need to take a few extra steps.
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Lay a piece of light-weight cardboard between the shell of the jacket and the lining, if it has one.
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If it is a small rip, take a needle and thread and stitch it closed. You can use a simple over and under stitch. This is accomplished by threading a needle with thread that closely matches the color of the jacket. Insert the needle on one side of the damaged area and through the other side. Remember to tie a knot at the end of the thread.
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Repeat stitching until the damaged area is repaired. Backstitch over several stitches on the other side of the damaged area. Bring the needle up through the underside of the damaged area and back through again.
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Use a patch to repair the jacket if it is a large tear. Choose a patch that closely matches the color of the jacket and cut it so that it is big enough to cover the damaged area.
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Either hand or machine sew the patch in place. Alternatively, use rubber cement to permanently affix it to the material. Make sure that you allow it to dry completely before exposing the jacket to rain, snow or other wet conditions.
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Tips & Warnings
Try dabbing a few drops of rubber cement to the non-visible side of the repair to seal it.
Remember to keep the tension of the stitches even to avoid having the fabric bunch up.
