Dr. Watson's Home Economics class

I have a plain, light windbreaker. It is getting old. The inner lining has become torn and is partly torn away from the outer fabric. it is so twisted up that when I put the thing on, it feels like I am wearing a straight jacket.

So I went shopping. All I can find in stores are jackets that are more heavy-duty and more expensive than what I want.

Finally, I mended it myself, using this:

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Mamapolo2016 · F

A man after my own heart. I learned that stapling a gaping skirt hem works, but it's hard on stockings.

DrWatson · 70-79, M

@Mamapolo2016 maybe you should staple with the staple pointing outwards.

That's what I did. I won't scratch myself, but if someone comes along and pats me on the back, they might get a surprise!

Mamapolo2016 · F

@DrWatson Mugger defense!

DrWatson · 70-79, M

@Mamapolo2016 Perhaps you and I should open up a tailor shop. We can advertise, "Fastest Turnaround Time in Town!"

Mamapolo2016 · F

@DrWatson Okay, but you handle the books.