Greetings Cuties! Question. I have a constant need for designs that cover holes in blue jeans. I have some that work great for holes between 1-3 inches, but anything I use for holes or snags that could turn into holes are too stitch intensive. I am not sure what to look for when looking through the websites for something that is filled but less than an inch with minimal stitches. Any ideas? I appreciate the help!

I think a lot depends on what the hole looks like and the size. If it is a large ragged and lots of threads hanging out, I'd stipple it together using a washaway stabilzer on top and bottom and temp glue to keep it flat and together and not all bunched up underneath. Then, add an appique or design or fabric on top.

when I have a small mishap with embroidery, I use a small star, or butterfly, you can reduce stitches in the free wilcom program..wendy

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by snoukems 04 Sep 2017

I've tried this with a couple of designs awhile back but not many of them. Never tried it with wilcom though. Thanks!

I thought holes were the fad, just make the 1 inch hole bigger, like slits.-lol- I still can't believe they buy them new like that. I sure don't- hope you get the fix you're after-Toogie

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by snoukems 04 Sep 2017

I'm up for trying anything. I need to fix holes from work jeans to play jeans to school jeans and ripped fabric just doesn't cut it. Of course with the fashion these days I could just sell the old ones on Ebay. LOL

Embroider on a contrast piece of fabric . Put in inside the jean to expose the embroidery through the hole and sew around it. You an make the hole bigger if you need it .No need to fix the look of the rip fabric unless you don't like the look.

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by snoukems 04 Sep 2017

This sounds like something to try on a pair of play jeans. I wonder if I could make it work. Love the idea!

I agree with graceandham...and you might want to also consider an applique over the hole...after it is reinforced...instead of just a design...

I would restrengthen the fabric first. Find iron-on patch repair kit at your sewing store. Iron it on and maybe reinforce by stitching around the patch. Then you can stitch something lighter on your new surface.

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by snoukems 04 Sep 2017

Hadn't thought of reinforcing with an iron-on first then sewing it (like an applique maybe, thanks dragonflyer!). I have just been playing around with the type of stabilizer. It's the holes in the knees that have been most challenging.