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Sewing kits are an essential tool to have in your DIY fashion arsenal. You might be looking to make your own protective face mask, to keep you and others safe while you pop to the corner shop. Or ...

When you’re travelling or simply on the go, you don’t want to feel embarrassed by a lost button or a ripped seam. And those cheap dollar-store sewing kits never offer enough to get the job done right.

A subway snafu snagged your back pocket? I feel you. Busted button left you with a boob gap? I’ve been there. Whether it’s securing a frayed coat cuff, stitching a backpack zipper, or handling a hem ...

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Shared sewing kits can be a blessing for those who love to sew, but they can also be a source of conflict if not used ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Our outlook on ‘broken’ products has changed dramatically over ...

I am on the short side of petite, so clothes shopping is often a problem. But my mother, a gifted seamstress, always came to the rescue with her round, gold sewing tin with the red-and-green, ...

For as long as I can remember, I've been sewing buttons back onto shirts for my dad and three brothers. It used to be easy when we lived in the same house. But as us kids have grown up and moved away, ...

Many people take pleasure in sewing as a pastime and it’s an indispensable aptitude for those involved in the fashion sector. Irrespective of your skill level, possessing the appropriate tools is ...