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Embracing Sustainability: Transforming clothing into unique statement pieces. A hole in a sweater sleeve or a tear in jeans is no reason to simply throw the clothing away. On the contrary: skillfully patched or mended, they become unique favorites. Nina and Sonya Montenegro demonstrate how easy it is to do this. They introduce the essential basics as well as various techniques such as visible mending and Sashiko. All work is done by hand, as their step-by-step guides for jeans, sweaters, t-shirts, tights, socks, and other garments can be easily implemented without a sewing machine. In addition to very simple instructions for beginners, there are also some more complex ideas for advanced users. Additional tips on shortening pants, replacing buttons, sewing on pockets, repairing zippers, and much more complete the manual. A beautifully illustrated guide for anyone who wants to live more sustainably and transform their clothing into extraordinary one-of-a-kind pieces.