Clothing made of jeans is usually stronger than clothing made of other materials. However, that does not mean that clothes made of jeans will never be damaged or torn. You may be sad when you find a tear in your favorite pair of jeans. Luckily, salvaging jeans is actually quite easy. Whether it's a loose edge seam or a hole, the solution is always there!
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Method 1 of 3: Repairing Tear
Step 1. Cut off the fringing edge of the fabric
Before you start repairing your jeans properly, you'll first need to cut off any sticking threads or any frayed fabric. Take a pair of scissors and try to cut this section as close to the fabric as possible. Get rid of the threads sticking out, but don't cut any of the fabric.
Step 2. Sew the torn part
If the tear in your jeans isn't too big, you can usually repair the tear without patching. First, flip the jeans. So, the new stitches will not be visible from the outside. Prepare a sewing needle and thread and then sew the tear on the jeans back and forth until they come together. Try to sew as close to the tear as possible.
If so, try using the same thread as another thread on the jeans. Many jeans use black or white thread. However, if your jeans are torn in an area that is visible from the outside and is far from the original seam, it's a good idea to choose yarn in a similar color to the jeans (usually blue or black)
Step 3. Trim the remaining yarn and the remaining tufting fabric
Once the snag on the jeans is finished sewing, you can move on to cutting the rest of the fabric. Be sure to cut the sewing thread as close to the jeans fabric as possible. Also, if there's any left over frayed fabric that didn't cut off at the start, trim this section now.
Step 4. Iron the jeans
When you're done repairing the rip, iron the jeans to even out the seams. By ironing, you can smooth out the wrinkles on your jeans, making them feel like new again.
Method 2 of 3: Repairing Torn Edge Stitches
Step 1. Understand the different types of tears in the fabric
The tear in the edge seam must be repaired in a different way, unlike a regular tear. The fabric on the hem of the jeans is usually much thicker than the rest. Although repairing this part will be more difficult than repairing other parts, the result will be much better. Plus, if the repair is done properly, your jeans may not even look like they've been damaged at all.
Step 2. Observe the damaged part and prepare the sewing thread
In most cases, the edge seam will probably only tear a few cm. Unless the torn area is very small or otherwise very large, setting up an arm-length sewing thread is usually sufficient. The stitches in this section tend to be tighter and the thread will wear off faster than you might think. If you have any leftover sewing thread after you've finished repairing the tear, you can simply trim it.
Be sure to choose a sewing thread that is as close to the thread as possible for the existing stitch. This doesn't mean you have to choose the same colored thread as your jeans, as some jeans brands may even use gold thread on the edges. However, choosing threads in as close a color as possible will make your stitches less visible
Step 3. Sew the thread on the seam of the torn edge
Bring the loose fabric and stitches together and then sew them together again. Instead, follow the existing sewing pattern. The more similar your stitches are to the pattern, the harder it will be for others to know if your pants have been repaired.
You will need a stronger needle to sew the edges of the jeans fabric
Step 4. Cut off the remaining thread after sewing
Once the loose stitches are back together, take the scissors and cut the remaining thread as close to the fabric as possible.
Step 5. Iron the edge seam
It's a good idea to iron the edges of the jeans after sewing. By ironing, you can smooth out the wrinkles and strengthen the seams.
Method 3 of 3: Patching the Hole
Step 1. Prepare a material that matches the style of the jeans and the size of the hole
If the hole in the jeans is large enough that it can't be repaired by sewing alone, the best solution is to use a patch (an extra material that can be sewn into the jeans to close the hole). You can find patchwork at a craft supply store or sewing supply store. Prepare a patch slightly larger than the hole you want to seal. That way, you can more freely when sewing.
- While jeans work best with patches of the same material, you can take this opportunity to decorate your pants with a brightly colored patch or flannel. Using a patch material that is very different from the material of the pants will make it look more stylish. Patches (be it denim or other materials) should be sewn to the inside of the pants. However, sewing the patch on the outside of the pants can also make them look more attractive.
- If you want to use an existing material, try making a patch out of old jeans.
Step 2. Trim the fringing edge
Even if the holes in your jeans are large enough to be patched, you'll still need to trim the fringing edges. This may make you look like you're enlarging a hole in your jeans, but this section is useless in the repair process and should be removed. As a result, the holes in the jeans will be neater without any thread sticking out.
Step 3. Flip the jeans
It's a good idea to turn your jeans over before you start patching. That way, the seams will not be too visible from the outside. In addition, you can be more flexible when sewing.
Denim patches should be sewn from the inside of the pants so they won't be too visible from the outside, as well as the seams
Step 4. Sew the patch tightly
After turning the jeans over, take a sewing needle and start sewing the patch. Try to sew the patch as tightly as possible to the jeans fabric. So, tie the patch as close to the jeans as possible.
Step 5. Iron the jeans
Ironing the jeans after they have been patched is more important than ironing the seams on small rips. This step will help flatten and hold the patch together.
Tips
- Sew on the surface of the ironing board. This surface is safe for sewing without risking damaging the fabric, especially if you plan to iron your jeans afterwards.
- A special set of equipment for repairing genie materials sells for around Rp. 100,000. You can buy this kit at a tailor or sewing supply store.
- Jeans that are often worn will wear out faster.
Warning
- Don't put off fixing your jeans for too long. Even a small tear can enlarge into a hole within 4 weeks. In addition, over time the damage to the jeans will get worse (and more difficult to repair). By tackling the problem early, you can avoid big problems later on.
- Be careful when sewing, so you don't get pricked by the needle!
