A small hole in your favorite jacket doesn’t have to spell its end. With a few simple methods, you can repair the damage and bring your garment back to life without resorting to a professional seamstress. Here are the best techniques for repairing holes on jackets of various materials.
1. Repair a hole with a hot-melt patch
Iron-on patches are a quick and practical solution:
Required material: iron-on patch, iron.
Method😛 Fill the area around the hole and place the patch on the inside of the jacket. Iron the patch according to the product instructions, applying pressure to make it adhere well. Let cool before using the jacket.
2. Hand stitching for small holes
If the hole is small, a seam may be the best solution:
Required material: needle, thread in the color of the jacket.
Method: Turn the jacket inside out. With a needle and thread, close the hole with tight, even stitches. Secure the thread with a knot and trim off the excess.
3. Repair with the original fabric
For an invisible result, use a piece of fabric similar to that of the jacket:
Required material: spare fabric, needle and thread.
Method: Cut out a piece of fabric slightly larger than the hole. Place it on the back of the jacket and sew it with small, even stitches.
