We’ve all been there: that annoying moment. You slip on your favorite jacket, the one that fits perfectly, and then… a tiny snag. A scratch that threatens to become a real hole, or worse, a garment you adore but hesitate to wear “because of the gaping seam.” What if, instead of abandoning your jacket at the back of the closet or rushing to a tailor, you learned how to fix it all in a few simple steps? You’ll see: even without being a sewing expert, there are some very accessible techniques to save your clothes in minutes.
Why do these small holes appear… and how to control them?
Before reaching for the needle or iron, it’s helpful to understand the causes of these minor damage. A jacket, especially one you wear every day, naturally suffers from friction: handbags, armrests, seat belts, items in pockets… Not to mention thin hangers that pull on the fibers. The result: a small snag can quickly turn into a hole. The good news? The sooner you act, the simpler and more discreet the repair will be.
Tip #1: Iron-on patches, the quick and reliable solution
If you had to choose the fastest method, this would undoubtedly be it. An iron-on patch is a small piece of fabric with an adhesive backing that attaches in seconds using the heat of an iron.
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