“Darning is mindful in so many ways, and I’m sure there are many who experience the sense of satisfaction and personal healing that darning can bring,” writes textile designer Noguchi ...

Knit designer Noguchi presents a helpful guide to darning aimed at environmentally conscious consumers who lack the know-how to repair worn-out clothing. She starts by describing the importance of ...

The darning or weaving is done with a thin needle, so that it does not leave a trace that the fabric has been repaired and once ready, looks new, as though it never had a tear.

Jeyaprakash’s ‘Simma Darning’ in Venkatapathy Iyengar Street on the banks of Vaigai River is one of the few places in the city which still offers the service. Jeyaprakash is not adept at ...