How Do You Sew Holes In Jeans Back Together?
Although denim is one of the strongest fabrics, originally intended for work clothes, it can tear or become worn through at the stress points. This is particularly a problem in thin or stretchy jean fabric or fabric that has been distressed. Holes in jean trousers most often occur at the knees, hem and seat, although the fabric can tear near seam lines as well. You can repair these holes by simply closing the gap or by reinforcing the worn fabric with patches. Thread your home sewing machine with thread that blends well with the color of your torn jeans. You may need to mix colors, such as threading the bobbin with gray thread and the rest of the machine with blue thread. Cut a piece of extra matching denim that is slightly larger than the hole you need to repair. If the area around the hole is worn, cut the denim at least as large as the worn area. Trim the frayed edges of the jeans hole. Place the torn part of the jeans under the presser foot on your machine, then slide the piece of
