Introduction
A tear in the knitted upper of your favorite shoes doesn't mean the end of their lifespan. We will walk you through an easy method using a self-adhesive patch to repair the tear, ensuring your knitted shoes remain both stylish and functional.
What you need
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Use scissors to trim any loose threads or fibers around the torn area.
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Prepare the self-adhesive patch and make sure it is big enough to cover the ripped knit area.
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Use a pencil to draw a mark on the back side of the patch and cut along the line.
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Gently remove half the cover paper from the backside of the patch.
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Hold the patch with 3 fingers to be able to insert into the front of the shoe.
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Gently insert the patch without touching the inside of the adhesive part and move forward with your hand until you can see it underneath the hole.
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Peel off the rest of the cover paper and press the patch onto the upper from the inside.
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Place a small lid or a coin on top of the ripped area and check if it fully covers the hole.
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Use the lid/coin as template to draw a circle on the self-adhesive patch and then cut along the marked area.
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Get creative: You might also like to cut a customized shape such as a leaf, bear, or heart. Wear it as a badge of pride, to remember the adventure that caused it!
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Peel-off cover paper. Be cautious that the patch doesn't fold over or wrinkle.
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Place the patch evenly onto the ripped area and press both sides together from the inside and outside part.
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🛠️🏆👏 Congratulations! The repair is complete, and you're ready to go!
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In need of another repair? Don't worry! Check out our other guides to find quick solutions for your favourite clothing, footwear and equipment!
In need of another repair? Don't worry! Check out our other guides to find quick solutions for your favourite clothing, footwear and equipment!
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