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Post by rebeccad on Jun 6, 2016 9:29:53 GMT -8
I picked up some fabric from the local store. zeke the stuff is organza. Tulle is the coarser stuff they use for tutus. I got educated at the fabric counter  It doesn't look quite as perfect as real mosquito net, but the kids decided we need another camping trip before the extras go home, and this time there might be bugs, so I want to do a repair. If I'm not satisfied I'll try again later. |
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Post by rebeccad on Jun 8, 2016 8:17:13 GMT -8
Just for the record: I did a quick and ugly repair, which looks to be effective. I'm not proud of the looks, but I think it will work very nicely A friend of mine long ago used to refer to his efforts in the woodshop as "wood butchery." My seamstress skills fall into a similar category: functional, but nothing pretty about it. My inner cheapskate is happy, though. I spent $3.95 for fabric (enough for many future repairs). |
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Post by Lamebeaver on Jun 8, 2016 8:30:24 GMT -8
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Post by tipiwalter on Jun 8, 2016 9:42:28 GMT -8
 Broken tent pole, field-repaired.  Broken toothbrush field-repaired. |
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Jun 8, 2016 11:41:09 GMT -8
If you are interested in a professional repair for some reason Rainy Pass has been reliable. rainypass.com |
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Post by paula53 on Jun 8, 2016 14:36:59 GMT -8
I have used Rainy Pass, and can vouch for their customer service.
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Post by tigger on Jun 8, 2016 15:35:24 GMT -8
I have used rainy pass several times as well. Excellent repairs.
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Post by hikingtiger on Jun 16, 2016 6:45:06 GMT -8
My seamstress skills fall into a similar category: functional, but nothing pretty about it. So I'm not the only one? lol Clear thread helps a lot. I need to get a machine so I can sew functionally faster. |
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Post by rebeccad on Jun 16, 2016 7:12:09 GMT -8
I need to get a machine so I can sew functionally faster. Yes, the machine is very helpful! I have a simple straight-stitch machine, a Singer Featherweight from the 40s, I think (it was my grandmother's). I have a plan to do a swap with my mom, though--she has a slightly newer (50s) Singer with zig-zag ability, which is another REALLY helpful thing for mending. I do have a range of spools of thread in colors to match much of our gear, though at times I'm too lazy to change the thread and bobbin. I used to fret about my inability to do really nice sewing (Grandma could tailor a suit on her old treadle straight-stitch and you'd think it was Brooks Brothers). Then one day long ago a housemate borrowed my machine to put a new zipper in his fleece jacket. It didn't come out even at the top--so he just folded over the extra and stitched it down, put the jacket on and went hiking. He didn't die of either cold or the fashion failure. Lesson learned :D |
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Post by hikingtiger on Jun 16, 2016 10:38:03 GMT -8
I do have a range of spools of thread in colors to match much of our gear, though at times I'm too lazy to change the thread and bobbin. I have a large spool of white, one in black, and an assortment of small ones from the scout shop (color selections to match most patch colors). He didn't die of either cold or the fashion failure. Lesson learned Exactly. |
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Post by foxalo on Jun 16, 2016 11:28:11 GMT -8
I love clear thread, but it's a little harder to deal with than normal thread. I only change out bobbin colors when needed, but I don't need as many colors.
I do love some of the other repair examples posted. And with all the colors of duct tape now, it's easy to almost match.
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Post by rebeccad on Jun 16, 2016 12:14:57 GMT -8
And with all the colors of duct tape now, it's easy to almost match. |
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Post by Coolkat on Aug 5, 2016 7:27:27 GMT -8
This discussion started out about repairing a hold in the mesh. But since the title was generic enough I thought this would be appropriate also. My beloved tent is starting to show signs of wear and last month when I had it out for a 2 night trip I noticed a small perfectly round hole in the water proof part of the tent wall about 1.5 inches above the floor of the tent. Part of me wants to use this as an excuse to start shopping but if this is easily repairable I can spend the $$$ on other cool equipment like a better compass and a nice poncho.
Can this be repaired fairly easily? The hole is actually small, bigger than 1/8in but smaller than 1/4in. In all my years of backpacking I've been fortunate enough that I've never had to do a repair before so this is new to me.
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Post by rebeccad on Aug 5, 2016 7:34:58 GMT -8
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Post by zeke on Aug 5, 2016 7:36:40 GMT -8
Easily repaired. I'd be tempted to do a patch on both sides of the wall, but just one on the outside would be fine. I say outside, because any rain will hit the patch and roll off the edges. Cut a rounded shape, oversized patch, sew it in place, then seam seal the stuffing out of it. Both sides, in and out.
Or, just use the nylon tape that wise librarian suggested. I'd still seam seal the edges.
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It doesn't look quite as perfect as real mosquito net, but the kids decided we need another camping trip before the extras go home, and this time there might be bugs, so I want to do a repair. If I'm not satisfied I'll try again later.
