Pocket Guide to Mending

Every wardrobe has a favorite piece that's seen better days — and Pocket Guide to Mending is the book that brings it back to life. Compact, practical, and packed with a variety of mending stitches for knits, denim, linen, cotton, and more, this pint-sized guide shows readers how to repair tears, patches, and worn spots with confidence and creativity. Melissa Galbraith makes visible mending approachable for complete beginners and satisfying for experienced sewists alike, with clear photos of finished mends, easy step-outs, and stitches that can be used individually or combined for one-of-a-kind results. Once you start, you'll find yourself looking for pieces to mend just to see how creative you can get — turning imperfections into something beautifully unique.