How to mend underarm holes in knitwear, sweaters and cardigans Repair What You Wear 2026-09-23 | How to mend underarm holes in knitwear, sweaters and cardigans
How to do Herringbone Stitch (Left-handed Instruction) - For schools Repair What You Wear 2025-10-03 | ...
How to do Herringbone Stitch (Right-handed Instruction) - For schools Repair What You Wear 2025-10-03 | ...
How to sew on a badge Repair What You Wear 2024-03-22 | This shows a practical and easy way to sew on a badge using a needle and thread. Needed by all Scouts, Brownies, Guides, Cub Scouts and Rainbows; School badges, Bikers, Travellers, Team Members and anyone who loves a Badge!
How to sew a button (right-handed instruction) Repair What You Wear 2024-01-21 | Buttons fall off all the time—but repairing them is fast, simple, and saves your clothes from being thrown away. In this video, you’ll learn how to sew on a button by hand using a strong and neat technique that works on shirts, trousers, coats, and more.What you’ll learn in this tutorial:1- Why buttons are always sewn onto double layers of fabric2- How to prepare double thread for extra strength3- The difference between parallel and cross-stitch button sewing4- How to create the perfect “button stem” so your button fastens easily5- How to secure your stitches neatly with a stay stitch6- Tips for keeping your button firmly in place without bulky stitchingThis method is simple, reliable, and takes under 5 minutes to repair a garment. Once you learn it, you’ll never need to take clothes to the tailor just for a loose button again.A small skill like this can save you money, reduce waste, and keep your wardrobe looking sharp!Subscribe for more beginner-friendly sewing tutorials and sustainable repair tips.
Learn How to Backstitch (left-handed Instruction) Repair What You Wear 2024-01-21 | Repairing your clothes doesn’t just save you money—it also helps reduce waste and makes your wardrobe last longer. In this video, you’ll learn one of the most useful hand-sewing techniques: the backstitch. It’s the best stitch to start with because you can use it to mend almost any seam while building core sewing skills.What you’ll learn in this tutorial:1- How to cut and prepare your thread so it doesn’t tangle2- The easiest way to thread a needle (even very small ones!)3- How to hold your needle and tension your thread for smooth stitching4- Pinning fabric safely before you sew5- Step-by-step instructions for backstitching seams6- Tips for making your stitches strong, neat, and long-lastingBy the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to repair split seams in t-shirts, trousers, and more. Don’t worry if your stitches aren’t perfectly even—they don’t need to look like a sewing machine to hold strong!Whether you’re brand new to sewing or just want to refresh your skills, this is the perfect place to start your journey of repair.
Learn How to Backstitch (right-handed Instruction) Repair What You Wear 2024-01-21 | Repairing your clothes doesn’t just save you money—it also helps reduce waste and makes your wardrobe last longer. In this video, you’ll learn one of the most useful hand-sewing techniques: the backstitch. It’s the best stitch to start with because you can use it to mend almost any seam while building core sewing skills. What you’ll learn in this tutorial:1- How to cut and prepare your thread so it doesn’t tangle2- The easiest way to thread a needle (even very small ones!)3- How to hold your needle and tension your thread for smooth stitching4- Pinning fabric safely before you sew5- Step-by-step instructions for backstitching seamsTips for making your stitches strong, neat, and long-lastingBy the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to repair split seams in t-shirts, trousers, and more. Don’t worry if your stitches aren’t perfectly even—they don’t need to look like a sewing machine to hold strong!Whether you’re brand new to sewing or just want to refresh your skills, this is the perfect place to start your journey of repair.
Why Learning to Repair Clothes Matters Repair What You Wear 2024-01-21 | This week we’re focusing on repairing clothes—a simple but powerful skill that keeps garments in use, saves money, and reduces waste. From fixing tiny holes in jumpers to reinforcing big splits in trousers, repair makes a huge difference. Even simple stitches like running stitch and patching can give clothes years of extra life.But mending isn’t just practical—it teaches you so much more:🧵 Problem-solving: every fabric is different and requires its own solution🧵 Fine motor skills: repairing strengthens hand–eye coordination🧵 Brain development: sewing sparks neural connections that boost other learning🧵 Self-reliance: you gain confidence knowing you can fix things yourself🧵 Pride: keeping garments out of landfill and giving them new life feels great🧵 Calm: many people find the act of sewing relaxing and meditativeWhether you’re repairing for practicality, creativity, or mindfulness, every stitch makes a difference—for your clothes, your wallet, and the planet.
How to make an adjustable waistband Repair What You Wear 2023-11-18 | Learn how to make your waistline adjustable with this simple and practical method. It works for tailoring jeans, trousers, and skirts. You need a waistline elastic band with button holes in it, two flat buttons, a needle and tread, and a sharp snip. Adjustable waistbands will provide a perfect fit if your garment's waistline is a bit roomy for you.Share it with family and friends! Let's spread the word about mending and recycling clothes in our community and do our bit to cut down on fashion waste. #mendingmatters #reuserecycle #repairwhatyouwear #ecofashion #reducefashionwaste #sewingtips #easysewing #repair
How to fix ladder holes in knitwear #shorts #circularfashion #howto #sustainableconsumption Repair What You Wear 2023-09-17 | The weather’s changed - we’re going to be posting our woolly tutorials regularly, so keep those likes coming. Some old, some new. Save money and reduce waste. And, most of all, love your wardrobe.We are delighted to save this beautiful jumper from Harleys of Scotland harleyofscotland.com#shorts #mendit #woolrepair #woolcraftideas #knotwearrepair #repairifyoucare #sustainablefashion #darning
Replacing A Zipper By Hand: The Ultimate Diy Guide! Repair What You Wear 2023-08-20 | Replace your broken jeans zips in by hand WITHOUT deconstructing the fly! We’ve invented a system that just uses backstitch by hand, needle, and thread. It’s REVOLUTIONARY! Watch the full details onyoutu.be/a_v4WMSvKdgChanging the world, one skill at a time. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/transcendLicense code: ZGMKE7TTPFUSX1DX
Fashion, climate change and sustainability - key areas of study Repair What You Wear 2023-07-13 | ...
How to Replace Jeans Zips (without sewing machine) Repair What You Wear 2023-05-27 | Easily replace jeans zippers by cutting the broken zipper's teeth and sewing on a new zipper! This tutorial provides a zipper repair method that is fast and easy, and you don't need a sewing machine for it. Just backstitch the new zipper by hand. The "How to Replace Zippers on Jeans" tutorial can be used for zip repair or replacement like in skirts, bags, trousers, or jackets.Need to learn how to backstitch first? Watch this video:youtube.com/watch?v=lAN5f23w1Ro&list=PLVJ351SdSZqejoqLotKZmH6rga-IhVYQdYou can also find us at:Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearHome: repairwhatyouwear.com
Learn this useful stitch, for mending big holes in leggings (Lycra) Repair What You Wear 2023-04-30 | #shorts #sewingtutorial #reuseideas A useful technique to mend your sportswear. You need some woolly nylon thread and a sharp fine needle. Easily follow this tutorial and learn how to do this special sailing stitch to add life to your clothes. This mend has been wear-tested for 3 months, in the gym, running, and cycling, and is still working. Not one person has noticed and it's been completely forgotten when wearing these branded leggings.
How to shorten a knitted dress by moving the rib Repair What You Wear 2023-04-17 | Fast and easy way to shorten knitted dresses. Follow this tutorial and move the ribs to create the sweater/jumper/knitwear you want. Upcycling, mending, and redesigning your clothes is the best action for the environment. Hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Our other social media channels and website:Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearWebsite: repairwhatyouwear.com
How to fix a zipper that separates (for pocket and bag zips) Repair What You Wear 2023-04-15 | Close the zipper and sew over and over the closed zip so the puller will not go into the damaged area that keeps opening up. This solution is for pocket or bag zips. #shorts #sewingtutorial #recycle Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):uppbeat.io/t/dan-phillipson/making-progressLicense code: XLCXSBMVSOA8W7BA
A guide to teaching mending skills Repair What You Wear 2022-09-27 | Survival Mending Skills! Help individuals and your community get skilled with a needle and thread and be able to mend clothes. This video gives advice and tips on how you can teach life-changing skills, help family finances, and reduce waste. And shows you where to get the supporting resources. You don't need much equipment, calico, needles, thread and snips/scissors, and a few buttons. In a session of an hour and a half or two shorter sessions, you pass on the skills to fix common clothing problems. And you have changed the world positively. You may even learn a thing or two yourself! No robot can replace hand skills and the benefits are huge, you may even start someone on a new career journey. Repair is the future!
How to do a visible decorative hem on linen trousers Repair What You Wear 2022-05-23 | So pleased with the new look on existing linen trousers - compliments on the first wear!Easy to do and an attractive way to shorten trousers or skirts with "drapey" fabric. Or sleeves, or coats. The choice is endless and it's a fast and fun running stitch with 3 strands of embroidery thread. The only thing you have to remember is that folding and stitching fabric makes it a bit stiffer - so experiment before you commit.Hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Our other social media channels and website:Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearWebsite: repairwhatyouwear.com
Mending Big Holes in Lycra Repair What You Wear 2021-11-21 | A useful technique to mend your sportswear. You need some woolly nylon thread and a sharp fine needle. Easily follow this tutorial and learn how to do this special sailing stitches to add life to your clothes. This mend has been wear-tested for 3 months, in the gym, running, and cycling, and is still working. Not one person has noticed and it's been completely forgotten when wearing these branded leggings.
How to mend holes in gym pants / leggings Repair What You Wear 2021-10-23 | A simple method of mending holes in sports leggings (lycra fabric) that really works! You do need a piece of iron-on interfacing and we suggest the thread is "Wooly Nylon" that this can be used for all stretch fabric mends.Lycra is polyester is a form of plastic and cannot be recycled. So, as we go on about, keeping wearing and using these clothes is really positive.
How to upcycle a linen shirt - simple and stylish Repair What You Wear 2021-06-22 | Upcycling a linen shirt to reshape for more wear. Simple and clearly described needle and thread only, no sewing machine needed. How to turn a long-shaped shirt into a cropped stylish wearable item.
Understanding Wool Repair What You Wear 2021-05-28 | @RepairWhatYouWear Wool is biodegradable, warm, long lasting and natural. Watch this video to learn about this fantastic fibre. Help your understanding and reasons why this is a good fibre to look for when buying clothes.
Fashion and Environment Presentation Video Repair What You Wear 2021-05-21 | We have an educational programme for schools! Fashion and the Environment, a practical exploration of fibres, fabrics, the industry and the environment, some mending skills and a creative bit of designing. For kids aged 10 -16. Look it up on the website and use as you wish! This is the powerpoint that can be downloaded as the introduction for the programme - here it is with the voice over to put it in context for educators. If you like it, share it!
How to repair holes in running shoes Repair What You Wear 2021-05-01 | Simple tutorial to mend small tears in running shoe fabric (mesh). No sewing machine is needed. Just some wooly nylon (thread) and a strong needle. For more sportswear and shoes repair check this playlist: bit.ly/413cx9gHit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Our other social media channels and website:Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearHome: repairwhatyouwear.com
Upcycling a cashmere cardigan Repair What You Wear 2021-03-25 | Embellishing can refresh worn clothes!A cashmere cardigan was in good condition except for the ribs on the collar - very tricky to mend invisibly and we needed a fix that would still fit with the style of the garment - this is so important! After a little thought, chain stitch was the answer (and a little bit of sewing up the problem areas).If you want ideas then the first minute of the video will be enough for you. If you want to learn chain stitch and use it in all sorts of mends, then watch for longer. Our videos are intended to teach but also inspire - here's hoping this is one does and you save it for later, when you need a good solution for a tricky problem like this one!Enjoy rediscovering your existing wardrobe and giving it a lift.
How to sew on a button - in 2 mins Repair What You Wear 2021-03-11 | How to sew on a button. Easy visible teaching on how to sew on a button, for beginners. And useful tips for those who need to refresh their skills. For shirts, trousers, cardigans, jackets, coats. The same principles apply.
How to fix a split in down jacket Repair What You Wear 2021-03-03 | The fabric these jackets are made from is SO fine that no needle and thread can go through it without pulling out some filling too, and hand mends end up looking worse than the tear. This is a simpler fix, and much neater! An unusual approach to mending using Spinnaker Tape on a jacket split - no sewing, no fuss!Spinnaker Tape is the adhesive-backed fabric for fixing sails, designed for hard wear and water, and easy to cut to length - what's not to like? It comes in a range of colours and though these may not match your jacket, this doesn't matter when they're used with confidence. What does matter is that your outdoor jacket is not at risk of losing feathers or synthetic wadding.
Upcycling a shrunk jumper Repair What You Wear 2021-02-23 | Unfortunately, it can be hard to unshrink wool - so if you've had a mishap involving a shrunk wool jumper, we have some easy upcycling ideas to help extend its life. Upcycling old clothes is a great way to get creative and refresh your wardrobe - and the possibilities go way beyond a shrunk sweater! This simple fix required only scissors and basic blanket stitch. No sewing machine, and no sewing expertise needed. If you're a total sewing beginner and want to get your head around blanket stitch first, check out our tutorials here:Right-handed: youtube.com/watch?v=FhuLGfniPy8&list=PLVJ351SdSZqfcibZzCf5yWPzu9l00FPdh&index=11&t=8s&ab_channel=RepairWhatYouWearLeft-handed: youtube.com/watch?v=RgK4JqPXNVA&list=PLVJ351SdSZqfcibZzCf5yWPzu9l00FPdh&index=10&t=21s&ab_channel=RepairWhatYouWearLooking for more upcycling ideas? There's loads on our website: repairwhatyouwear.com/upcyclingNew tutorials every week - hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearHome: repairwhatyouwear.com
How to fix frayed jeans hem - creative visible mending Repair What You Wear 2021-02-06 | How to hem frayed edges on jeans? Watch and learn. If you want to try visible mending on jeans, this video gives some simple ideas for what to do with frayed hems. You can keep it simple or try some creative visible mends, using embroidery stitches or a statement ribbon to add a personal touch to your frayed jeans diy. No sewing machine required. Let us know which technique you'd choose in the comments!If your jeans are damaged in other ways, we have a whole playlist that may help - from repairing tears in jeans to the sashiko visible mending method. Take a look: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVJ351SdSZqc5ZI_4xgBW-pGvIFMxRkkONew tutorials every week - hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearHome: repairwhatyouwear.com
How to re-hem a skirt and mending with ladder stitch Repair What You Wear 2021-01-27 | How to shorten a skirt? Watch to find out! We've made some changes to this pre-loved skirt by shortening the hem without a sewing machine, and repairing a hole near the zip using ladder stitch. Sometimes second-hand items need little tweaks to make them fit just right, and knowing how to shorten skirt length by hand can be useful - whether it's for a thrift flip or hand-me-down.If tailoring and upcycling is your thing, check out this tutorial where we've shortened a dress into a jumper: youtu.be/hLMCqPmBuLcWe also have a playlist dedicated to mending difficult seams here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVJ351SdSZqc7JlNnqhfBHAgMujsAcHhYNew tutorials every week - hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/repair_what...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/repairwhatyo...Home: repairwhatyouwear.com
How to mend a large hole with patching Repair What You Wear 2021-01-22 | When looking to mend holes in t-shirts and sweaters, the automatic reaction is often to simply draw together the edges of the hole - but using a well-placed patch to cover a gap can be a great creative solution! Watch this quick video and learn how to mend a hole with a patch - you'll be surprised how quick a fix this is!If this isn't quite what's needed for your mend, check out our general mends playlist for more inventive ideas: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVJ351SdSZqfUty14Gx4yIQZjI-b7ampyNew tutorials every week - hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/repair_what...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/repairwhatyo...Home: repairwhatyouwear.com
How to ladder stitch, Left-handed Repair What You Wear 2021-01-18 | Watch and learn the technique behind sewing ladder stitch, left-handed. It's useful for any garments with a closed or hidden seam, where you're unable to sew from the back - think tailored skirts, jacket linings, pockets etc. Not left handed? We've created a right handed version here: youtu.be/hGwT5yUn4bYIf you're ready to move onto a real mend, we've demonstrated ladder stitch on a skirt in this video: youtu.be/BrDPngst4zQNew tutorials every week - hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearHome: repairwhatyouwear.com
How to do ladder stitch (Right handed) Repair What You Wear 2021-01-16 | Watch and learn the technique behind sewing ladder stitch. It's useful for any garments with a closed or hidden seam, where you're unable to sew from the back - think tailored skirts, jacket linings, pockets etc. Not right handed? We've created a left handed version here: youtu.be/uppbCoxs330If you're ready to move onto a real mend, we've demonstrated ladder stitch on a skirt in this video: youtu.be/BrDPngst4zQNew tutorials every week - hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearHome: repairwhatyouwear.com
How to mend a skirt - ladder stitch Repair What You Wear 2021-01-16 | Ladder stitch is a crucial skill for mending clothes with hidden seams. Watch to see how it can be used to repair this cashmere skirt, which had ripped at the top hem - it takes just minutes to fix!Not ready for a real mend just yet? Watch and learn the basics of ladder stitch here: youtu.be/hGwT5yUn4bYWe also have a video teaching how to mend a ripped jacket - watch it here: youtu.be/77nMJh-st24New tutorials every week - hit subscribe so you never miss a mend!Instagram: instagram.com/repair_what_you_wearFacebook: facebook.com/repairwhatyouwearHome: repairwhatyouwear.com
