If you’re spending a lot of money on your jeans and don’t want to chance the chub rub rip, you can sew denim patches into the inside of your jeans where your thighs most rub. Don’t worry, it’s easier than you think.
How do you patch jeans with a book?
Turn the jeans the right way out. You will see the patch through the holes. Put the book back into the jeans to give a firm surface. Pin any large holes to the patch but don't worry about pinning little holes. Don't try to close up holes if there's not enough fabric - you'll just warp the shape of your jeans. Just pin the area flat to the patch.
How do you fix a big hole in your jeans?
These jeans have a big hole in the thigh! Turn the jeans inside out and cut a piece of scrap denim or other heavy, non-stretch fabric. This piece is from hemming another pair of jeans. It doesn't matter if the colour doesn't match. The patch should be at least 2cm bigger than the hole in each direction.
How do you stop jeans from fraying on the inside?
The stitching is enough to stop fraying. Slide a book (not a precious one!) inside the leg of the jeans. This will give you a firm surface for pinning and prevent you accidentally pinning the leg shut. Pin the patch in place on the inside of the jeans.
Where to sew chub rub on jeans?
If you’re spending a lot of money on your jeans and don’t want to chance the chub rub rip, you can sew denim patches into the inside of your jeans where your thighs most rub. Don’t worry, it’s easier than you think.
What material should I use for jeans?
Ideally, look for jeans that are made from 100% cotton as their rigid material should translate to a longer-lasting life. A thicker pair of denim should also last longer than a thinner (read: cheaper) pair.
Do you have to wash jeans after every use?
Contrary to what your mother says, you don’t need to wash your jeans after every use.
How to patch a denim patch?
Directions: 1. Set your iron to “cotton” setting, and let it warm up. 2. While you’re waiting, cut the patch – you’ll want it larger than the area you’re patching, and make sure to round the corners. (you don’t want a corner lifting from the denim and poking you in the nether regions while walking) 😉. 3.
Can patching jeans fix all?
Each individual patch individual patch – can repair one pair of jeans. While these patches may not be the end-all-fix-all for a long length of time, it sure is better than throwing those jeans out right away. Especially if they are your absolute favorite jeans and you’re only throwing down a buck to salvage them.
How to fix ripped jeans?
Place the patch inside the jeans. You may have a bit of rippling from your ripped jeans due to the stretch in many jeans nowadays, lay it out as flat as possible. Pin in place, alternatively you can hold in place with glue, for instance a glue stick. Thread your needle, tie a knot on the end.
How to stitch a patch?
Using a running stitch, stitch down the middle of your patch. To stitch running stitch bring your needle through to the front of the fabric, insert back into the fabric the length of your stitch and pull through. Insert back to the front of the fabric and continue. I like to load my needle with 3- 5 stitches at once.
Can stretch jeans tear?
The inner thigh/crotch area of jeans is subject to wear and tear, over time modern stretch denim can tear or develop holes. It is easy to apply a patch of similarly toned denim to the inside of your jeans to cover the hole and importantly strengthen the denim in the surrounding area.
How to stop jeans from fraying?
The stitching is enough to stop fraying. Slide a book (not a precious one!) inside the leg of the jeans. This will give you a firm surface for pinning and prevent you accidentally pinning the leg shut. Pin the patch in place on the inside of the jeans. Make sure that all holes are well covered.
Can you stitch jeans by hand?
There's a very easy mending solution - which can also be used preventatively - which will save your jeans and the delicate skin of your thighs! The tutorial below uses a sewing machine, but you could certainly stitch by hand if you have a nice sharp needle that will go through denim without wearing out your fingers.
