What do you do with the old knitwear you no longer want to wear? Old, unloved, or damaged knitwear can be upcycled in various ways. […]
Old knitwear, 5 ways to upcycled & recycled
Darning and mending my socks
I focused on mending and darning some of my woollen socks this week. Now that the weather is turning colder, I will need them. I […]
Which yarns and threads for mend-darn-patch
Choosing suitable yarns and threads, no rules as such. Choosing suitable yarns and threads for visible mending, darning, and patching is a matter of personal […]
Visible Mending Darning Patching
In a world that seems dominated by fast fashion and disposable trends, a growing movement encourages individuals to take a step back and consider the […]
Mend-Darn-Patch Jeans, Back Pocket & Side Seam
Back Pocket Mend This mend needs to be strong. So, a fabric patch must be placed under the rip and held in place with plenty […]
Embracing the Cwtch Lifestyle: Visible Mend-Darn-Patch
Visible Mending: The Cwtch Lifestyle visible mending, darning, and patching practice goes beyond mere practicality. It has become a profound statement about our values and […]
Mend-Darn-Patch, darning holes in knitwear and socks
Yarn choice of darn The first decision when considering darning a hole in knitwear, what colour yarn to choose. I used a 100% wool yarn […]
Mend-Darn-Patch Jeans – Front Pocket Worn Edge
Save your favourite pair of jeans. A little more unusual repair than a rip in the knee is the edge of the front pocket. This […]