Fix Your Clothes

The Sustainable Magic of Mending, Patching, and Darning

By: Raleigh Briggs (Illustrator)

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Paperback | 24 March 2017 | Edition Number 2

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Paperback
64 Pages

Age
14+

Grade
9+

Dimensions(cm)
17.8 x 14.0 x 1.8

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Ever had to say goodbye to a favorite item of clothing because of a busted zipper, fallen hem, or gaping hole? Want to save money and the world by not buying new clothes at the time? Concerned about the labor practices of fast fashion? Learn to repair your clothes from this cheerful illustrated guide. Raleigh Briggs, author and illustrator of the bestselling Make Your Place and Make It Last takes us on a mending journey through stocking your supplies, quick fixes, types of knots and stitches, buttons, mending seams, patching holes, darning holes, hemming, fixing zippers, waterproofing canvas, leather, and nylon, and so much more! Raleigh's style is simple, playful, friendly, fun, and builds your confidence. You can do it!

Industry Reviews

"A really solid foundation on sewing." --Utne Reader

"Ideal for thrifters, vintage clothes collectors, and anyone into not tossing their clothes because a button pops off or a zipper is stuck. There is something deeply pleasing and satisfy about mending and making clothes last." --Angry Chicken

"This is pretty much a great gift for anyone who's into sustainability and learning new tricks. It's all very friendly and approachable with both quick fixes and more skilled mending. It's also a cool read and fun to look at." --Pushpin Zines

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