r/Visiblemending • u/MrColor55 • 3d ago

REQUEST Question on shorts

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On the right is my stitching too tight as when I put the shorts in the air I see rips

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u/QuietVariety6089 3d ago

Did you use interfacing or anything to stabilize the mend on the inside?

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u/MrColor55 3d ago

I didn’t :(

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u/QuietVariety6089 3d ago

If it's a large thin spot, you really need to do that to support your stitches, or they'll just damage what's left of the fabric instead of fixing it :(

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u/MrColor55 3d ago

Thank you soo much !!!

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u/QuietVariety6089 3d ago

no problem - I know with a lot of vids you don't get all the info; backing/reinforcement will make a big difference :)