The Mending Directory by Erin Eggenburg
A worn elbow, a snagged sweater, or a favorite pair of jeans with one hole too many? Before you toss them into the donation pile, consider giving them a second life—with a little needlework and a lot of personality.
The Mending Directory by Erin Eggenburg turns everyday clothing repairs into opportunities for creative expression. With 50 modern stitch patterns for visible mending, this inspiring guide shows you how to transform holes, tears, and threadbare spots into colorful, intentional details worth showing off.
Drawing on sashiko-inspired stitching and other decorative mending techniques, the book offers everything from simple geometric grids to more elaborate, nature-inspired motifs. Each pattern is organized by skill level, making it easy to find a design that suits your experience and the garment you're repairing.
Whether you're just learning to mend or looking for fresh ideas to expand your stitching repertoire, you'll discover plenty of ways to extend the life of your favorite clothes. Because sometimes a thoughtful repair makes a well-loved garment even better than it was before.
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50 modern stitch patterns for decorative visible mending
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Designs range from geometric patterns to nature-inspired motifs
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Organized by skill level for beginners and experienced stitchers
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Includes sashiko-inspired stitching techniques
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Ideas for repairing and embellishing clothing and other textiles
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A practical resource for building your hand-stitching skills
Pages: 144
Dimensions: 6.6" W × 9.2" H × 0.6" D (16.8 × 23.4 × 1.5 cm)