Would it be weird, if I put a patch on my leather jacket here? (sh.itjust.works)

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[-] technotronic93@lemmy.onlylans.io 5 points 2 years ago

Personally I love visible mending such as embroidery, as I think it gives character and history to a well loved garment.

I would suggest putting leather under the tear with glue to strengthen the area, and then do some decorative stitching over it for added security and design!

[-] 0jcis@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 years ago

Thank you! ^.^

this post was submitted on 20 Jun 2023

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