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Mending and Alterations

Mending and altering your clothes means that your wardrobe will last longer and fit better. Doctoring your clothes is a snap with these easy to follow directions.
  1. Free Patches and Applique
  2. Dress Alterations (5)
  3. Repair Clothing (9)
  4. Homemade Stain Removal (14)

Save Money by Mending and Altering Your Clothing
Learn how to mend and alter your clothes. This means that your wardrobe will last longer and fit better. Doctoring your clothes is a snap with our guide to fixing and tailoring.

Video: How to Hem Pants
Don't you hate finding the perfect pair of jeans that have just the right fit, except in length? Well you can skip going to the tailor and save some cash by hemming them at home. See how it's done.

How to Sew on a Button
Learn how to sew on a flat button with a tutorial from our Guide to Sewing.

Turn Pants into Capri's
Easy step-by-step instructions to turn your pants into capri's.

How to Polish Shoes
Learn how to polish shoes. Your Guide to Shoes will show you how to shine them up properly.

How to Mend a Lining
Learn how to repair a torn lining with these simple step-by-step instructions.

How to Repair a Broken Zipper
Zipper broken? Don't throw out the whole thing. Use these easy steps to repair your zipper.

How to Place and Sew Girl Scout Badges
Learn how to sew on a girl scout badge by hand or machine, and the proper placement of patches on a Daisy, Junior and Brownie uniform.

Put Side Slits in a Skirt
Give your skirt a sexy look with slits in the sides. Simply follow these easy step-by-step instructions.

How to Let Out a Dress
Follow these simple instructions to adjust a dress that fits too tightly.

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