Yes I know they will repair it for free, but I was on the road and was going to need my jacket during that trip.
So I stopped by a Local Yarn Shop (LYS) and found an interesting wool/camel thread and some sewing needles.
I stitched my jacket up as best I could using a Whip Stitch while bleary-eyed, late at night.
This is not a great stitching job. Obviously I had a hard time keeping the feathers in, but it is functional.
I felt bad about the quality of my work for a few days, especially since creative mending is so popular right now. However, I was happy to be wearing my jacket during the very cold weather a few days later.
Then my jacket tore again last week. sigh.
I don't know if it's getting snagged on something under the airplane seat in front of me or what.... but again, I was in need of the jacket in short order.
This time my seam is better. I used the Blanket Stitch and was both more rested and had better light than the first repair.
I suppose my poor repairs invalidate the warranty on my favorite jacket. But I do enjoy the fact that I can repair my own garments and therefore extend their life and keep them out of the landfill.
Happy Fiber Arts Friday!
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