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Repair a button or loose hem

Identify a loose button or hem.

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Done when

Return the garment to use instead of replacing it.

Identify a loose button or hem.

Who this is for

For manageable sewing; use a tailor for complex fabric or construction.

Why this matters

A small repair can return an existing garment to use.

How to do it

An original activity to try, adapt or skip for your circumstances; outcomes are not guaranteed.

  1. Identify a loose button or hem.
  2. Use suitable needle and thread to secure the original position carefully.
  3. Try it on, check the fastening and store needles safely.

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