Frugal Sewing & Mending

Prolong the life of your clothing and repurpose scrap fabric to live more sustainably.

By Ingrid Butler
Published on December 21, 2023
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by Adobestock/sablinstanislav

Repairing your clothing is one of the most time-honored traditions. Whether you’re beginning your journey of sustainable living, looking to stretch your budget, or just wanting to preserve that special article of clothing, learning to mend will serve you well as a versatile life skill. There are few things more satisfying than restoring a piece of clothing and knowing that your skill kept it from going into the landfill.

  • Get started with sewing by becoming acquainted with the tools of the trade.
  • Extend the life of your jeans and jackets by learning how to replace broken zippers.
  • Patches add durability and charm to clothing in need of repairs.
  • Worn-down jeans can be cut apart and sewn into a new bag.
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