A small tear deserves a clear next step.

Look closely at the cloth, choose a modest hand-mend or ask a specialist, and keep a note for the next wear.

Make a mend plan

Seams

Open stitches and worn allowances

Holes

Patches, darning and fabric strength

Buttons & hems

Small closures and loose folds

Fabric & care

Materials, washing and repair notes

Mend Decision Sheet

A quiet, step-by-step worksheet to assess ordinary clothing damage and choose a conservative next step.

KLD editorial draft · Human review pending before publication · No durability or safety guarantee. Read repair decisions.