1

Thread a needle with matching thread and tie a knot. Place the new button where the old one was and push the needle up from the back.

2

Pull thread through, then sew down through the opposite hole. Leave 2mm slack so the button isn't too tight.

3

Repeat stitching several times, alternating holes, until secure. On the last stitch, go through the button but not the fabric.

4

Wrap thread around your stitches under the button a few times to make a shank.

5

Push needle to back, make a few small stitches, tie off, and trim excess thread.

1

Turn garment inside out, align edges of the open seam, and pin in place.

2

Thread a needle with matching thread and knot the end.

3

Sew along the original seam line using a backstitch or running stitch.

4

Tie off, trim thread, and turn the garment right side out.

1

Mark the new desired length. For large adjustments, cut excess, leaving 2.5cm for hem.

2

Fold hem up and press, then fold again and press.

3

For fusible tape, insert and press per instructions. For sewing, pin and stitch from inside.

4

Press the finished hem for a crisp look.

1

Unpick the thread securing the extra hem allowance.

2

Roll out the extra length and press with iron.

3

Check length and finish edge if necessary.

1

Lay the garment flat and inspect affected areas.

2

Use a fabric shaver or razor to gently remove pills, working with the grain.

3

Use a lint roller or tape to pick up loosened fibers.

1

Thread a needle with matching yarn and knot the end.

2

Stitch horizontal rows over the hole, slightly past its edges.

3

Weave vertical rows over and under the horizontals to form a patch; knot and trim.