A great leather jacket is timeless and makes for a fantastic fashion investment. Even the sturdiest jacket can suffer from wear and tear over time, however. These do-it-yourself leather repair tips from 6 Avenue Tailor can help you refurbish your jacket, making it look cooler than ever.

DIY Leather Repair Tips

1. Get Your Supplies

Head to a fabric store for a piece of leather that is the same color as the jacket—don’t trust this to online shopping! You’ll also need clear cellophane tape, fabric glue, small scissors, tweezers, and a needle and thread that matches the jacket’s interior lining.

2. Secure The Tear

Locate the tear in your jacket. Bring the edges together and secure them with clear cellophane tape. Turn the jacket inside out and locate the tear from the other side. You may have to cut a small hole into the lining to get to the leather.

3. Prep Your Patch

Take your scrap of extra leather that you purchased. Apply a layer of fabric glue and place the patch onto the leather from the inside, holding it in place for two minutes. Once the glue sets, turn the jacket right-side out.

4. Check Your Work

Carefully remove the tape from the outside of the jacket. Put fabric glue on the outside of the tear, and carefully open it using tweezers. Spread the glue evenly along the edges of the tear, pressing the leather onto the patch. Wipe off the extra glue and wait for it to set.

5. Fix The Hole In The Lining

If you had to cut into the lining to complete your jacket’s leather repair, don’t forget to fix it! Use the needle and thread to close up the hole.

These DIY leather repair tips are a great way to quickly refresh a leather jacket in distress. If you aren’t confident in your skills, you can also take the project to a tailor who is skilled in alterations and repairs. This will give you a top-quality repair that will last even longer, making it well worth the investment.

For leather repairs in New York, NY, trust 6 Avenue Tailor. Offering tailoring and alterations for a range of fabrics and materials, there is nothing these pros can’t fix. Visit their website or call (212) 593-1925 to find out more.