Visible Mending Guide

Click on the PDF below to access the Remakery Visible Mending Quick Guide.

The link below also has excellent information and pictures to help with visible mending. Note: information in the link below is Sashiko inspired.

How to Fix Ripped Jeans with Visible Mending // Sashiko and Denim Patches | Closet Core Patterns

Additional Resources

Threading a needle

If you struggle with threading a needle, especially with thick embroidery thread, this link is helpful:

How to Easily Thread a Sewing Needle: 10+ Hacks - MindyMakes

Finishing with a knot

This video shows very clearly how to tie a knot at the end of your thread to finish off the stitching:

Basic Hand Sewing - Tying a Finishing Knot - YouTube

Running Stitch

The running stitch is the easiest way to add stitches in a line to secure a patch. This video shows how to do a running stitch without having to pull the needle all the way down into the garment for each stitch:

Visible mending techniques for beginners - Patching linen pants with the running stitch - YouTube

More Visible Mending

Here are some links to additional visible mending information. There are many ways to mend visibly. Check them out for more inspiration:

6 Types of Visible Mending (thecommons.earth)

Visible Mending 101: How to Extend the Life of Your Wardrobe (spoonflower.com)

How to Use Visible Mending to Customize Clothing As You Repair It (bhg.com)

Denim Repair: How to Patch Jeans With Holes | Apartment Therapy

Visible Mending: Reverse Applique Patches for Kid's Jeans (upcyclemystuff.com)