A hole in clothing can occur from time to time. But don’t throw them away just yet. Even if you don’t know how to sew, you can keep your favorite clothes. Even if you can sew, you might prefer this method for small holes because it eliminates the chance of knobby and visible threads. If you keep an eye out for these irritating holes, you might find them in more apparel than you realize.

Fortunately, after you’ve mastered the process, each pinprick will only take a few minutes to repair.These bothersome tiny holes can emerge for a variety of causes. Moths are the most obvious culprits, but they are not the only ones. Pinpricks can be caused by normal wear and tear, as well as snags from ordinary goods and accessories. These are some examples:The placement of the holes could point to the offender.

For example, holes at the bottom of shirts can be caused by belt buckles that rub or snag the fabric. If this is the case, skip the belt, adjust its position on a regular basis, or smooth the rough edges with sandpaper. If you tuck your shirts into your jeans, the zipper may be to blame for the holes. However, zippers can cause harm to clothing in the washing machine. Zip up pants, hoodies, and the like before washing to keep them from snagging on other fabrics.

Close bras before washing them to prevent metal clasps from catching on other garments. Alternatively, keep the bras separate in a washing bag, especially if they unclasp easily. While we’re talking about washing machines, other unhealthy practices could result in a hole in the clothing. Overloading the machine, for example, makes goods with zippers, buttons, and the like more likely to snag. Don’t overfill the washer, and turn any clothes containing beads, buttons, or other embellishments inside out.

Also, keep delicate fabrics like cotton and silk separate from more durable items like sheets and towels. Instead, use a low spin cycle for washing silk and other sensitive goods. Furthermore, be cautious with chlorine bleach; if used incorrectly or in high quantities, it can cause holes in garments. So be cautious or use ecologically friendly alternatives such as vinegar, citric acid, or baking soda.

Moths are another typical cause of holes, particularly in animal materials such as wool, silk, and leather, but moths will also chew on and steal from other fabrics. To battle male moths, employ pheromone traps, and sprinkle dried lavender in mesh bags or use mint or lavender essential oils to discourage the rest. If you have a severe infestation, wash your items in warm water and clear out your closet with vinegar.

Finally, be wary of rough surfaces such as brick, exposed nails, wood, and stone. Snags can be caused by rubbing or bumping against them. These holes may go unnoticed at first, but they may unravel and worsen with washing or further wear and tear. If you have these types of surfaces in your home, try smoothing or covering them to prevent ripping. Directions:
1. Turn the damaged item of clothing inside out and iron it with the hole facing out.

2. Tear out a little piece of fusing web. It should be slightly larger than the hole you’re attempting to fill.3. Gently push both sides of the hole together (to make it appear as though the hole no longer exists) and apply the fusing web over the hole. Cover the same area with wax paper. Fusing web can be purchased at Walmart, fabric or craft stores, and on Amazon.

4. Next, turn your iron to “wool” and place it on the wax paper. For roughly 10 seconds, do not move or press the iron. Remove with caution. 5. Finally, pick up the garment and flip it right-side-in to inspect the hole. If it didn’t seal smoothly, close the hole with your fingers like in step two. Repeat steps 3 and 4 with the iron until the clothes appears brand new. It may take a few tries to grasp the method, but once you do, you’ll find that the hole appears to be gone.