Mending worn pieces of clothing evokes “happy memories and a sense of pleasure in the passing of time,” writes stylist Misumi (Joyful Mending) in her clever how-to. One chapter is dedicated to mending ...

Unlike vintage rock tees, perfectly worn-in jeans, and dresses made of a thousand feathers, darned socks are rarely the subject of fashion fantasies. Darning used to be an essential part of caring for ...