I’ve had longer rips in sleeves mended before. So I’d at least invest these few bucks and see how it turns out. You can still declare it lost afterwards.
I sent an old favorite sweater to these folks in Pittsburgh and couldn’t be happier with the results. They did an artful mend that’s a bit concealed as it’s on the underside of one sleeve. Sometimes when I’m wearing it and I raise my arm, people remark on how unexpectedly and subtly beautiful it is. It’s a collaborative effort where you’re involved with the mend, they want to know what you have in mind but they are also happy to suggest things. And very reasonable prices too.
I wish we had access to artists who do interesting mending - visible or invisible. I see UK retailer Toast employ some creatives for such purpose and envy their end results.
I’ve had longer rips in sleeves mended before. So I’d at least invest these few bucks and see how it turns out. You can still declare it lost afterwards.
I sent an old favorite sweater to these folks in Pittsburgh and couldn’t be happier with the results. They did an artful mend that’s a bit concealed as it’s on the underside of one sleeve. Sometimes when I’m wearing it and I raise my arm, people remark on how unexpectedly and subtly beautiful it is. It’s a collaborative effort where you’re involved with the mend, they want to know what you have in mind but they are also happy to suggest things. And very reasonable prices too.
https://www.oldflamemending.com/
Sashiko mend it!
I wish we had access to artists who do interesting mending - visible or invisible. I see UK retailer Toast employ some creatives for such purpose and envy their end results.