Thank you. This is the kind of mending I need to do. I found the thread and need to get interfacing. My item is a thicker fabric and the mending needs to go along the inside of the space between small raised squares. I think this will work nicely. Now I can mend it with confidence. Great tutorial. I have subscribed for more.
This technique works well when sewing on right side of the fabric because when the thread is pulled it should pull the damaged fabric area inside (when done properly) and close the hole. Think of closing an opening on decorative pillow or stuffed animal - it's usually done on the right side of the fabric. The stitch is called an invisible stitch or ladder stitch. Hope this helps
Hi tuli18, it's the double-sided adhesive. Heat n Bond Hem 3/4" Tape, Super Strength. You should be able to buy it at your local fabric/craft store. Thank you very much!
Thanks for this! I’m trying to repair an “L” shaped tear in a man’s dress shirt. Cotton/polyester. I’d be willing to follow your instructions. I’m wondering if I should secure the corner of the tear before I attempt to repair the remaining areas?
Lot's to consider! I can't see the tear, and under what circumstances was this tear "created" - could the shirt be too tight, or too loose, or sleeves too short, etc.? So hard to tell but, I would say Yes. You should do that. Personally, If the garment fits well, I like to start the repair about a centimetre away from the tear this way I know that the hole will not come open any time soon. Hope this helps!🙂
@@SewingatHomeMom yes, it helps. No, the sleeve is not too tight. Seems to me that he “caught it” on something at work…maybe something was protruding in the office and he didn’t notice it.
Thank you. This is the kind of mending I need to do. I found the thread and need to get interfacing. My item is a thicker fabric and the mending needs to go along the inside of the space between small raised squares. I think this will work nicely. Now I can mend it with confidence. Great tutorial. I have subscribed for more.
wouldn't such sewing result in one sleeve having a smaller arm dimensions?
Thanks for this! Can I ask why you do not put the shirt inside out before stitching? Does it matter? Thank you
This technique works well when sewing on right side of the fabric because when the thread is pulled it should pull the damaged fabric area inside (when done properly) and close the hole. Think of closing an opening on decorative pillow or stuffed animal - it's usually done on the right side of the fabric. The stitch is called an invisible stitch or ladder stitch. Hope this helps
I love your videos you should do more!!!!!!
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Hi Alice, which adhesive did you use?? This looks great
Hi tuli18, it's the double-sided adhesive. Heat n Bond Hem 3/4" Tape, Super Strength. You should be able to buy it at your local fabric/craft store. Thank you very much!
This is so helpful! I have a skirt with a ragged, L-shaped hole near the top. Have you ever done a video about mending something like that?
Not yet! But great idea! Thanks😊
I just subscribed, so I can keep a lookout for it. Thank you!
Thanks for this! I’m trying to repair an “L” shaped tear in a man’s dress shirt. Cotton/polyester. I’d be willing to follow your instructions. I’m wondering if I should secure the corner of the tear before I attempt to repair the remaining areas?
Lot's to consider! I can't see the tear, and under what circumstances was this tear "created" - could the shirt be too tight, or too loose, or sleeves too short, etc.? So hard to tell but, I would say Yes. You should do that. Personally, If the garment fits well, I like to start the repair about a centimetre away from the tear this way I know that the hole will not come open any time soon. Hope this helps!🙂
@@SewingatHomeMom yes, it helps. No, the sleeve is not too tight. Seems to me that he “caught it” on something at work…maybe something was protruding in the office and he didn’t notice it.
Another question….I have fusible interfacing from PELLON. Should I use that?
Thank you!
Thank you!
Thank you! This has been an eye opening tutorial for me.
Glad it was helpful!
interfacing is genius
That's right!