Well take you through the step by step instructions forhow to sew a hole: the right way.
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Split Seam
Consider the punch in of hole (or rip) you have in your clothes.
Is it along a split seam (where the previous stitches have come undone)?
Or is it an actual hole in the fabric that needs to be fixed?
This is the easiest key in of hole to fix!
If this is your situation, breathe a sigh of relief and follow these simple steps.
The hole can be repaired two ways: by hand sewing or with a sewing machine.
Align the edges of the seam allowance where the hole is.
Since the thread wont show on the right side, a matching thread color is not necessary.
Knot the ends of the thread in to a small knot.
Knot the end of the thread and then clip any excess thread.
Backtack the start and end of your stitching to secure the threads.
Lastly, carefully lip any loose threads.
Split Seam
Turn your piece of clothing right side in and align the raw edges of the hole.
Starting on side of the hole, join the edges together with small and even stitches.
Trim the loose thread and turn your piece right side out.
You will likely see a small pucker in the fabric.
Run a zig-zag stitch along the edge closing up the small hole.
Trim the loose thread and turn your piece right side out.
Larger Hole in fabric
You will likely see a small pucker in the fabric.
The only difference between an applique and a patch is how you use it.
Take the picture below as an example: how pretty is thisflower applique!
Use a piece of scrap fabric that is cut to a size larger than the hole.
Insert the patch to the underside of the hole.
Alternatively, you could use a machine stitch as well.
Small hole in fabric
Turn your piece right side out.
At this point, you might reinforce the stitching with smaller hand stitches and then remove the basting stitches.
Or you might take this to the sewing machine to reinforce the patch with additional sewing.
In this case, I did rows of straight stitches through the patch.
you could also do a zig zag stitch if you prefer.
Lastly, remove the basting stitches.
Finish the raw edges with a zig zag stitch or merrow stitch.
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