1. Turn the clothing inside out and lay it on an ironing board with the hole facing up.
2. Cut a small piece of fusible web, slightly larger than the hole you’re repairing.
3. Gently pull the sides of the hole together so it appears closed, then place the fusible web over it. Cover the area with wax paper. Fusible web is available at stores like Walmart, fabric shops, and
4. Set your iron to the “wool” setting and press it onto the wax paper without moving it for about 10 seconds. Lift the iron carefully.
5. Turn the clothing right-side-out and inspect the hole. If it hasn’t closed smoothly, repeat the process, gently pulling the fabric together again and pressing the iron until the hole is sealed. It may take a few tries to perfect the technique, but once you do, the hole will be nearly invisible.
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