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How to Fix a Hole in a Sweater with Thread
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How to Fix a Hole in a Sweater with Thread

February 6, 2012November 25, 2019 Beth Remington17 Comments

I have a feeling fixing a hole in a sweater is one of those universal things that everyone knows how to do. Except me. I cut up a sweater for rags a year ago because it was holey, and I didn't know how to fix it. And I really liked that sweater. I also really… Continue reading How to Fix a Hole in a Sweater with Thread

How to Fix a Farting Shoe
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How to Fix a Farting Shoe

January 27, 2012November 25, 2019 Beth Remington7 Comments

While there is seemingly nothing more annoying than a shoe whose sole squeaks on certain types of flooring, I do believe there is one other shoe-related noise that tops it. The farting shoe. It's not the sole of the shoe, it's the insole. And every time you step down, you hear a 'poof' sound. Like… Continue reading How to Fix a Farting Shoe

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How to Clean Vintage Metal

October 24, 2011September 3, 2018 Beth Remington21 Comments

Cleaning vintage can be a real pain in the ass. Let's just get that right up front. And while the internet seems to hold the answer for every other question, it can be difficult sometimes to find out how to clean vintage objects other than clothing. Figuring out how to clean vintage metal objects often… Continue reading How to Clean Vintage Metal

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