Mending Life: A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts and Patching to Practice Sustainable Fashion and Fix the Clothes You Love)

Are you tired of constantly buying new clothes because your old ones are damaged? Introducing Mending Life: A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts. This beautiful sewing and mending guide will teach you the art of visible mending, a practice that not only fixes your beloved clothes but also promotes sustainable fashion. With vibrant, full-color illustrations and step-by-step tutorials, you'll learn basic mending skills, decorative techniques like Sashiko, and various patching methods. Don't let your favorite clothes go to waste - mend them and extend their life!

Join the movement to break free from the fast fashion industry and embrace a sustainable, intentional lifestyle. Mending Life doesn't just teach you how to repair your clothes; it inspires you to change your consumption habits and celebrate the value of what you already own. Through heartfelt stories by the creators of @TheFarWoods, Nina and Sonya Montenegro, you'll discover that mending is not just about strengthening objects but also about strengthening ourselves. Every stitch is a powerful act of care and connection.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned sewer, this book is for you. Learn how to thread a needle, tie knots, and master basic stitches. Explore the fascinating Japanese hand-sewing technique of Sashiko for reinforcement and decoration. Dive into the world of darning and discover different techniques for different fabrics, including plain weave, Swiss weave, crocheted patch, knitted patch, and needle-felted patch. And if you're wondering how to patch holes, this guide provides the three best methods.

But mending doesn't stop at repairing clothes. Mending Tutorials by Item show you how to fix down jackets, shirt cuffs, linen, and more. You'll also learn how to deal with snags, buttons, belt loops, leggings, pant pockets, and common repairs. And if you're feeling adventurous, Sewing Beyond Mending teaches you how to hem pants, alter garments, and even add pockets. With this timeless and practical guide, you'll not only cherish and care for your belongings but also extend their life.

Start your mending journey today and embrace the beauty of repairing clothes and healing hearts. Visit our website to order your copy of Mending Life: A Handbook for Repairing Clothes and Hearts and Patching to Practice Sustainable Fashion and Fix the Clothes You Love. Don't let your clothes go to waste - stitch them back to life!

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