How to Darn a Sock

Introduction

If you have a hole in your sock and want to fix it, this guide will help repair it through a simple method called darning.

Darning a hole in a sock provides a different outcome than simply sewing up the hole. When you darn a sock, it acts as a replacement for the missing fabric. So, if you have suitable thread types, you can create cool patchwork socks.

A darning mushroom is one of the tools listed. These can be found on Amazon or whichever website you use to purchase goods. If you do not have a darning mushroom or wish to avoid purchasing one, substitutes include tennis balls, light bulbs, or, like in my guide, a water bottle. Essentially, you will need an object inside the sock to stretch out the hole.

What you need

Step 1 How to Darn a Sock

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Insert a darning egg (or substitute object) into the sock until the hole is stretched out.

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Step 2

Sew a running stitch around the hole to reinforce it.
To make a running stitch, move your needle in and out of the sock a fixed distance apart.
The needle is sharp; use caution and avoid poking your hand.

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Step 3

Start a stitch from one side of the hole, about ½” to ⅛” away. Connect one side of the hole to the other using the thread.
Run parallel stitches until the hole is fully covered.

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