How Do You Fix A Torn Sleeping Bag?
On a camping trip, a torn sleeping bag could be a major problem. The longer you wait to fix it, the more insulation you lose. As they say in the Boy Scouts: Be prepared and be cozy! Step 1 jQuery(document).ready(function(){ jQuery(‘#jsArticleStep1 span.image a:first’).attr(‘href’,’http://i.ehow.com/images/ehows/steps/books/533_a1.jpg’); }); For a tear less than 2 inches (5 cm) long, the easiest fix in the field is to cover the tear with duct tape (see A). This provides a strong, durable patch that will stay in place. In very cold weather, be sure to warm up the tape first. Step 2 jQuery(document).ready(function(){ jQuery(‘#jsArticleStep2 span.image a:first’).attr(‘href’,’http://i.ehow.com/images/ehows/steps/books/533_a2.jpg’); }); Larger rips require a needle and thread. The easiest sewing style is to pinch the opposite sides of the tear together and stitch a spiraling thread pattern across the hole (see B). Place the stitches 1/4 inch (6 mm) back from the edge of the rip to ensure tha
