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Iron Heart Fall/Winter 2025 Live Reveal - Thursday 12th of June at 1700BST

The Boulevard of Broken Jeans - The Unit 2 Repair Thread

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    goosehd
    Mod Squad
    @JoshC
    Joined: 8 Apr 2016

    @JoshC I was wondering how you did button holes and also curious about if you use or have a preference for a specific thread when repairing.

    I’ve used thicker embroidery thread in the past and it seems to hold up fairly well, but would love to know what you prefer and recommend.

    "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

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      JoshC
      IHUK Crew
      @goosehd
      Joined: 18 Nov 2021

      @goosehd so i use a Rasant-Oxella thread, which is a polyesters and cotton blend making super strong, it feels almost wirey, which is good becuase you want it to be super durable in such an area,you normally find this style of thread is used for upholstery or shoes for seams etc.

      I have tried alot of different ways to fix button holes but hand sewing is definitely the best way.

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        RobeOfTheMagi
        Haraki san Expert
        Joined: 15 Apr 2024

        I'm so glad you offer this service.

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          JoshC
          IHUK Crew
          @RobeOfTheMagi
          Joined: 18 Nov 2021

          @RobeOfTheMagi love doing it! as long as the people need repairs it will alwasy be offered (subject to T&Cs) of course haha

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            JoshC
            IHUK Crew
            Joined: 18 Nov 2021

            pair from Australia making its way on the table and back out, quick alot with this one but nothing we couldnt sort out!

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              JoshC
              IHUK Crew
              Joined: 18 Nov 2021

              A top 10 ten pair from the Indigo Invitatational, making there way in to IHUK and started the repairs before I head off for a long weekend 🍻

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                RobeOfTheMagi
                Haraki san Expert
                Joined: 15 Apr 2024

                @JoshC Do you think my jeans will still be reparable when this seam is even more compromised from bike riding?

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                  RobeOfTheMagi
                  Haraki san Expert
                  Joined: 15 Apr 2024

                  My bike saddle puts all the stress only on that pronounced seam. I'm a bit worried the seam might give in before there is an actual hole in the fabric.

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                    Giles
                    IHUK Crew
                    Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                    That is not very compromised. I think the fabric will go first....

                    "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                      JoshC
                      IHUK Crew
                      Joined: 18 Nov 2021

                      everyday is a repair day ☺️ quite enjoyed fixing up this busted up hem.

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                      last edited by 27 Feb 2025, 13:04 J 1 Reply Last reply 27 Feb 2025, 19:58 Reply Quote 8
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                        motojobobo
                        啓蒙家
                        Joined: 22 Aug 2015

                        Solid job @JoshC !!

                        The journey is the objective.

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                          Jakederoche
                          Raw and Unwashed
                          @JoshC
                          Joined: 10 Dec 2017

                          @JoshC were you able to fold over the hem after the repair and redo The chain stitch??

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                            JoshC
                            IHUK Crew
                            @Jakederoche
                            Joined: 18 Nov 2021

                            @Jakederoche so I can re-hem over the jeans thats not a problem, it does slightly change the hem position from its original, but that is kind of expected when your reconstructing the leg opening, but it doesn't effect the overall leg too much, I will be reheming them today so ill try and remember to get a photo to show you.

                            @motojobobo cheers mate ☺

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                              JoshC
                              IHUK Crew
                              @Jakederoche
                              Joined: 18 Nov 2021

                              @Jakederoche Here you go, I forgot to upload this over the weekend as I was off, but you can see there is a little bit of movement but nothing crazy, again this would probably depend on how much of the leg opening has been destroyed.

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                                JoshC
                                IHUK Crew
                                Joined: 18 Nov 2021

                                With the new belt loop machine, it was finally time for me to have a play and put it to the test, as this repair needed 3 new belt loops, here is a little sneak peak of one of those belt loops getting replaced.

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                                  Jakederoche
                                  Raw and Unwashed
                                  @JoshC
                                  Joined: 10 Dec 2017

                                  @JoshC that looks very cool! Lots of character! Beautiful!

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                                    JoshC
                                    IHUK Crew
                                    Joined: 18 Nov 2021

                                    Hey Legends, Happy Friday! I have been playing around with the idea of doing a little filming segment or a mini-series on repairs and hemming. This is a very rough go on my phone, sorting out a crotch blowout, so please be kind with me, haha. Feedback would be appreciated, and it would be interesting to see what you guys think if it is something you would like to see more of.

                                    I'll move the camera to a position so you can see what is happening while I am darning.

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                                      Karol
                                      啓蒙家
                                      @JoshC
                                      Joined: 14 Nov 2022

                                      @JoshC Awesome!!!

                                      Favorite:
                                      IH-888S-21 | IH-888-XHSib | IH-805 | IH-729-PUR | IH-555-XHS | IH-555S-25MB
                                      IHSH-339-SAX | IHSH-341-BLK | IHSH-293-OD | IHSH-362-BLK | IHSH-409-IB | IHSH-336-OD | IHSB-BIGBUCK-BLK
                                      IHV-44-BLK | IHV-02-BLK
                                      IHJ-75-BLK | IHJ-79-BLK | IHM-37-ODG

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                                        goosehd
                                        Mod Squad
                                        @JoshC
                                        Joined: 8 Apr 2016

                                        @JoshC F'n awesome and thank you for doing this!! I love to see how you guys work your wizardry and look forward to more videos. ♥

                                        "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

                                        last edited by 14 Mar 2025, 15:02 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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                                          JoshC
                                          IHUK Crew
                                          Joined: 18 Nov 2021

                                          Cheers @Karol and @goosehd, yeah I think it could be quite fun to do, but also educational especially if you ever want to try and repair your jeans yourself can use some of these as a guide in a way.

                                          last edited by 14 Mar 2025, 15:14 K 1 Reply Last reply 14 Mar 2025, 15:24 Reply Quote 1
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