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There are many styles of mending available to repair clothes. Visible mending is my specialty, although I can do a lower-contrast mending style. I don’t offer invisible mending, but I can refer you to some people who do! Although I primarily repair clothing, I may be able for consultation/work on other types of mending (hats, upholstery, etc). I also do upcycling such as logo coverups and ice dyeing.

The style of repair will depend on the garment type (knit/woven), the location of the hole or stain, and the durability needed. Some repair styles can be combined.

Repairs accepted on knits of all weights, including Cowichan sweaters; woven fabrics such as jeans, hoodies, and button-up shirts; and quilted blankets in need of repair.

The size of holes and complexity of repair technique affects pricing. Prices are included below to help you get a ballpark for what the repair may cost. Quotes are highly dependent on the weight of the item, number of holes/size of mends needed, and repair type. Fine knits take more time to repair than heavy knits and as such are more expensive.

Mending turnaround is often as short as 2-3 weeks but can be longer at busy times.

mending types

darning

Creating a darned patch in a basic pattern, using wool or cotton. Suitable for knits of all weights. Can be a woven darn or more decorative. Also works on cuffs and hems.

Pricing starts at 10$ per patch.

swiss darning

This mimics the original pattern of the knit garment. It can be used to reinforce weak spots in clothing or to patch holes. Offered for medium to heavy knits only.

Pricing starts at 15$ per patch.

other mend styles

covering stains and logos, fixing seams, using patches: many of these techniques work on both knit and woven garments. sashiko, embroidery, ice dye, quilted or woven patches. pricing is variable based on the type of garment & repair chosen. please send an enquiry for a detailed quote.