Knit Repairs
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- The center of this hat had unraveled. I picked up the stitches and reknit it.
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- There was a moth hole next to the needle on the left. You can see a similar hole to be repaired on the right.
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- This vintage knit suit was too baggy. I took in the sides of the jacket and skirt for a more flattering fit.
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- I blocked this lace shawl to show off the intricate detail.
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 items so you can wear them with pride.
Call (510) 499 -8358 or email jarvis.ilah@gmail.com to schedule an estimate. Bring everything you would like me to look at and I will explain what I can do. If I can’t fix your item I will refer someone who can.
Estimates depend on the project, but here is a summary of what to expect:
- $20 – $40 Very small holes in machine knit wool/cashmere. These repairs can be nearly invisible, and I’m happy to repair multiple holes in more than one garment at a very good rate. Larger holes and other fibers are more expensive to fix and the repairs are more noticeable.
- $40-60 Holes in cotton and other smooth materials are the more likely to unravel, and are nearly impossible to repair invisibly. If you enjoy quirky creative styles these repairs can be made in contrasting colors and are decorative as well as a repair. Creative repairs do require more skill and so are more expensive.
- $40-$60 Tailor machine knit wool sweaters, dresses or skirts to fit your waist or narrow sleeves. Blocking hand knit lace shawls also fall into this price range.
- $60-$100 Alter shoulders or change armholes. The closer the desired fit, and the lighter and smoother the fabric, the more skill and precision is required and the more expensive the repair will be.
- The most expensive repairs are those that require lots of skillful hand-work, whether I’m using a seam ripper, sewing by hand or reknitting a sweater cuff.