Learning to make simple repairs and alterations yourself can save you serious money on your clothing budget.
With a little bit of knowledge and a needle you can extend the life of your current wardrobe. Add new items to your closet by restoring or custom fitting second hand items.
The Learning Channel has a complete DIY Guide to Mending Clothes at How Stuff Works that covers all the bases. Learn the basics of mending a tear. If you are feeling a bit more ambitious you can learn complex repair jobs like putting new tread on your shoes or custom fitting a pair of trousers.
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