Darning Socks

Innovative repair techniques

By: Hikaru Noguchi

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Paperback | 1 January 2026

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Darning Socks contains a collection of ideas and full step-by-step instructions for applying visible mending to socks, making them stay in use and keeping them out of landfill.

This beautiful new book is translated from the Japanese book by Hikaru Noguchi and offers her usual high level of beautiful photography and inspirational ideas. Hikaru has invented a novel way to make the mends on your socks last even longer, saving you time and energy.

No previous sewing experience is necessary and full instructions are included, from the easy way to thread a needle and choosing the right thread, to the inspirational use of colour and innovative materials for the experienced sewer.

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Praise for Hikarus previous books

The pictures, diagrams and profiles are so inspiring. Mending clothes is an act of looking after yourself and others. Its essential work that Hikaru does with grace and beauty.

Celia Pym, shortlisted for the Womens Hour Craft Prize, author of On Mending

As the environmental impacts of overconsumption become ever more apparent, repair emerges as a powerful political act. This comprehensive compendium provides both instruction and inspiration and is sure to make every reader look at their wardrobe in a whole new light.
Dr Amy Twigger Holroyd, Associate Professor of Fashion and Sustainability, Nottingham Trent University

Colourful photography combined with an easily understood visual guide brings this wonderful book to life! Sanae Kido: Textile Surgery

Ive mended things since I learned to sew as a child, and thought I knew my stuff. Everything changed when Hikaru invited me to Japan to host a darning workshop alongside the launch of her book. The school of Hikaru teaches that techniques of mending are never ending. We love to mend because we dont want things to end, but as menders we continue to have new beginnings, just like the garments do. We are continually free to find new ways of doing things.
Rachael Matthews, Textile Artist and author of Rag Manifesto

Hikaru Noguchi has a wonderful and considered approach to visible mending. In her book Darning she explains in great detail how to use a variety of darning and applique techniques, what materials are suitable, and step-by-step instructions. Last but not least, all techniques are accompanied by beautiful pictures for plenty of inspiration to do your own repairs.
Tom van Deijnen (Tom of Holland)

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