Knit Repairs

Was your favorite sweater attacked by moths? Is that boxy sweater a little too boxy? Do you have a newly knitted item that needs blocking?

I can repair holes and alter knit and woven items so you can wear them with pride.

Call 510.499.8358 or email jarvis.ilah@gmail.com to schedule a free estimate. Bring anything you would like fixed or altered, and I will share what I can do. If I can’t fix your item I will refer someone who can.

: The center of this knit hat had unraveled and was reknit.

: A tiny hole next to the sewing needle was repaired and is now invisible.

: This vintage designer suit has been altered for a more flattering fit.

: This shawl was blocked to show off the lace pattern.

: A zipper was sewn into this hand knit coat

: Large 2″ hole in the armpit of a sweater

: The edges are reinforced and reknit

: The repair is nearly invisible

: Elbows get lots of wear and are patched with wool jersey and running stitches.

: 1″-2″ holes are knit in similarly colored yarn.

: The pattern in this blanket is repeated in this knitted patch

: Missing shells were replaced and remaining shells were reinforced on this crocheted blanket.

: The shoulders and sleeves of this linen blouse were narrowed for a flattering fit.

: The cuffs and collar were finished and the zipper was installed.

: The worn diamonds on the left were patched with blue fabric.

: These jeans were reinforced with an interior patch and multiple rows of stitches.

All prices are for a single repaired item. Special rates apply for three or more items.

$25 to hem a skirt, sleeves or a single pair of pants by machine. The sewn line is visible.
$40 to hem a single pair of dress pants, shirt or a skirt by hand for formal wear. The hem is attached to seam tape and the sewn line is invisible.
$40 to reinforce a worn crotch in jeans or cotton pants.
$15 for a single vertical or small hole of that can be sewn shut.
$60 to repair five holes smaller than a centimeter that can be sewn shut. Each additional hole is $10 each.
$40-$60 for holes larger than a centimeter that must be reknit or patched, depending on size.
$40 and up to alter machine knit or woven items for a better fit.
$60 to baste and machine sew a zipper into a hand knit sweater

I will use my 30 years of experience as a knitter and seamstress to figure out a solution for your garment problems.