How to Repair a Moth Hole

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Trim the worn-through stitches so that all the stitches remaining on all four sides are complete.

   They may be very thin from wear, but should not be cut or torn.
   
   You will end up with a larger hole than you started with.
   
   This is OK.
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   Step 2: Stabilize the area around the hole (to prevent creating a larger hole while you're working) with large running stitches about two full stitches from the edge of the hole--all the way around.

   This basting stitch will be removed later, so it is okay if the thread doesn't match. , For a sock, this may have to be sewing thread.
   
   This thin yarn will form a foundation for the mending itself. , This thin yarn serves to stabilize and form a base for the actual mending, so don't draw the hole tight.
   
   Keep it the same size it was. ,, Do not double it or knot it. , You will see that you can use the base you created with the thin yarn to make your new stitches with.
   
   Start at least one full row and one full column each side of the hole with duplicate stitch, and then continue it as Kitchener stitch over the framework you made with the thin yarn, all the way to at least one full stitch or column on the other side of the hole. ,,
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   Step 3: Thread a tapestry needle with a very thin yarn

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   Step 4: in comparison to the garment yarn

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   Step 5: that is similar in color.

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   Step 6: Using Kitchener stitch

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   Step 7: or grafting

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   Step 8: use the thin yarn to make long stitches that unite the top and bottom stitches of each vertical column just as if they were only one row apart.

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   Step 9: Find a yarn that matches the yarn in the garment closely in color

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    Step 10: texture

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    Step 11: fiber content

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    Step 12: and diameter.

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    Step 13: Thread the tapestry needle.

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    Step 14: Recreate the knitted cloth using the Kitchener stitch.

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    Step 15: Sew in the ends on the underside of the fabric when you are done and trim.

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    Step 16: Remove the basting stitches that you used to stabilize the cloth while you were repairing the holes.

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