Mend It Better Creative Patching, Darning, and Stitching

Welcome to the new face of mending! Learn how to use traditional mending techniques to make worn clothing not just wearable, but better than ever. Dont hide patches make them into bold, beautiful embellishments. Repair holes with colorful thread and a creative darning stitch. Revive a stained shirt with fun embroidery. Its easy! With detailed step-by-step photography, Kristin Roach teaches you a wide range of patching, darning, and repair stitches using both hand and machine sewing. The how-to text is accompanied by inspiring examples from Roachs own work and that of other notable craft bloggers and artisans. Youll love the innovative solutions and the fabulous new clothes that youll create!

• Hardcover with padding
• Pages: 224
• Size: 7 x 8
• Color: Full-color; Photographs and illustrations throughout