How to darn a sock

How to darn a sock

Learn how to repair holes in your favourite socks with this simple mending project.


As the cost of living increases so too does the need to curb our spending habits, and learning how to repair your outdoor clothes and kit goes a long way to doing this.

Mending your clothes, rather than buying new ones, is also a great way to reduce your carbon footprint.

And who doesn't get that warm, fuzzy feeling after a bit of home DIY?

Here, we reveal the easiest way to darn a sock. Beginners will be happy to learn that mending holes in socks is not as difficult as it may initially seem.

Looking for more inspiring home projects? Learn how to make a macrame plant hanger, how to make beeswax wraps and how to make a bee house.

How to darn sock

Illustrations: Liz Pepperell

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