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How to Fix a Hole in a Sweater

January 19, 2017

How To Fix A Hole In A Sweater

The other day, I was picking through my sweater closet and found an old Ralph Lauren Shetland I hadn’t worn…

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Repairing Alden’s Shell Cordovan Boots

July 15, 2015

Repairing Alden’s Shell Cordovan Boots

Although we all know well-made shoes can last for decades with the occasional resoling, it’s always amazing to see the…

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Fixing Snags

October 13, 2014

Fixing Snags

Fall is the season for sweaters and … snagging sweaters. If you end up getting a snag, there’s a good…

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Most Common Types of Denim Damage (and How to Avoid Them)

September 29, 2014

Most Common Types Of Denim Damage (and How To Avoid Them)

Coincidentally, shortly after Jesse’s post last week on patching jeans, I received my 3sixteens back from Denim Therapy – one…

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Q & Answer: Patching Jeans

September 25, 2014

Q & Answer: Patching Jeans

A reader who goes by Slendertroll asks: In your latest post about those gorgeous LVC jeans, you mentioned they had…

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Q & Answer: Fixing Holes or Tears in Tailored Clothing

March 31, 2014

Q & Answer: Fixing Holes Or Tears In Tailored Clothing

Craig asks: I recently developed a small tear on the right side of my suit pants, and the place that made…

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Reweaving Holes

April 24, 2013

Reweaving Holes

Want to see something neat? If you ever develop a hole in your clothes – whether from a moths, pulled…

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Fixing a Pull on a Silk Tie

April 18, 2012

Fixing A Pull On A Silk Tie

I’ve had this glen plaid Isaia tie for about a year now. I love it, but unfortunately, it has a…

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here’s a reminder from a time of rationing

March 21, 2012

Here’s A Reminder From A Time Of Rationing

When was the last time you wore a piece of clothing until it needed repair, fixed it (or had it…

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Fixing a Pull in a Silk Tie

September 23, 2010

Fixing A Pull In A Silk Tie

A StyleForum user named Orgetorix recommended this method for repairing a pulled thread in silk.  He says it’s worked for…

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Q and Answer: Treating Crotch Blowout

June 1, 2010

Q And Answer: Treating Crotch Blowout

“Crotchless in Chicago” writes:  After watching your excellent episode on denim, I decided to try out your recommendations on wearing…

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