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To fix burn holes in clothing, follow these steps:
1. Prepare the area: Trim any loose or frayed threads around the burn hole to create a clean surface.
2. Choose a patch: Find a fabric patch that matches the color and texture of your clothing. Cut it slightly larger than the burn hole.
3. Attach the patch: Place the patch behind the burn hole and secure it with fabric glue or by sewing around the edges. Make sure it is centered and aligned.
4. Blend the patch: Use a fabric marker or paint to color the patch and blend it with the surrounding fabric.
5. Press and set: Place a cloth over the patch and press it with an iron on low heat to set the glue or paint.
6. Final touches: Trim any excess threads and inspect the repaired area for any additional touch-ups needed.
With these steps, you can easily fix burn holes in clothing and extend their lifespan.
Accidents such as cigarette ashes, campfires, and hot irons can result in burn holes in clothing. Instead of throwing away the damaged clothes, you can easily fix the burn holes in just a few minutes.
Repairing Burn Holes Using a Patch
Step 1
Identify a suitable area on the clothing where you can cut out a patch. The backs of pockets and seam allowances are ideal as they are not visible from the right side of the fabric.
Step 2
Using a ruler and fabric-marking pen, measure and mark a patch that is 1/2 inch larger than the burn hole on all sides. Cut out the patch.
Step 3
Trim away any burn marks and loose threads from the hole using scissors.
Step 4
Create a 1/4-inch diagonal notch at each corner of the hole. Fold the edges towards the wrong side of the clothing and press them flat on an ironing board.
Step 5
With the clothing still inside-out, place the patch on top of the hole. Secure the patch in place on the right side of the clothing using dressmaker’s sewing pins.
Step 6
Using a sewing needle and thread, hand-baste around the entire patch. Remember that basting is temporary and will be removed later. Remove the sewing pins.
Step 7
Turn the shirt inside-out once again. Fold back 1/2 inch of the patch towards the wrong side, aligning it with the folded edge of the hole.
Step 8
Insert the sewing needle through the folded edge of the patch, then through the folded edge of the shirt. This will join the two fabrics without creating a visible seam on the right side of the shirt.
Step 9
Repeat Step 8, working your way around the square.
Step 10
Finish the edges of the patch with a cross-stitch using the sewing needle and thread.
Step 11
Trim off the corners of the patch to reduce bulk.
Repairing Burn Holes by Darning
Step 1
Trim away any burn marks and loose threads from the hole using scissors.
Step 2
Place the clothing on a flat surface.
Step 3
Thread the sewing needle. Start 1/2 inch from the side of the hole and 1/2 inch from the bottom of the hole, and sew a running stitch from side to side.
Step 4
Sew another row of running stitches as close as possible to the first row. Continue sewing horizontal rows of running stitches until you reach the burn hole.
Step 5
When you reach the hole, stitch a long thread over it, stitching back and forth until you have completely covered the hole with thread.
Step 6
Once you have covered the hole, continue stitching horizontal rows of running stitches 1/2 inch past the hole.
Step 7
Change direction and stitch vertically, starting 1/2 inch from the bottom and working your way to the top until you reach the hole.
Step 8
When you reach the hole, weave the vertical thread in and out of the horizontal threads, creating a woven patch.
Step 9
Continue stitching vertically until the stitches are 1/2 inch from the top of the hole.
Step 10
Tie a knot with the thread at the back of the clothing; then trim the excess thread.
