Why Repairing Holes in Cashmere Sweaters Needs Reknitting, Not Just Patching

Finding a hole in your favorite cashmere sweater is always a letdown. Whether it’s from a moth or a snag, it’s frustrating, especially when the sweater is soft, cozy, and expensive. But repairing holes in cashmere isn’t as simple as sewing on a patch.

We know that delicate knits like cashmere require expert care. With over 35 years of experience, we use advanced techniques like reknitting and refinishing, not just basic patching, to make your sweaters look like new again.

Why Cashmere Should Be Repaired with Reknitting, Not Patching

Patching is not an ideal solution for repairing holes in cashmere knits; they must be fixed by reknitting. Here is why:

Cashmere Needs Invisible Repairs

Patching can leave visible lumps or seams. Reknitting, on the other hand, recreates the original stitch pattern so the repair blends in seamlessly. It maintains the look, feel, and integrity of your sweater, no obvious fixes, no rough spots.

Softness is Everything

Cashmere is prized for its luxurious softness. That’s why we try to get yarn from the same garment first. If needed, we turn to our large collection of yarns, ranging from vintage to specialty fibers, to ensure the best possible match in color, texture, and softness.

We Don’t Cut; We Unravel and Rebuild

Cutting into a knit garment can ruin its shape. Instead, we carefully unravel the damaged area and rebuild it stitch by stitch. This preserves the sweater’s original fit, drape, and design details.

Matching the Yarn is Key

Cashmere comes in endless shades and fiber blends. Our team excels at matching yarn by sourcing from our extensive inventory or custom dyeing when needed. We even account for how your sweater has aged, so the repair blends in under any lighting.

We Fix More Than Just Holes

From small snags to stretched necklines, we handle all types of knitwear damage. Each repair is done with care and precision, restoring your sweater’s original beauty.

Luxury Sweaters Deserve Expert Repairs

Cashmere is a luxury fabric, often part of a beloved wardrobe or a sentimental gift. Whether it’s from a top designer or a vintage boutique, your sweater deserves the best repair possible. That’s what we provide, every time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1) Can I fix a hole in my sweater at home?

You can try, but DIY fixes often distort the knit or leave obvious marks. For something as delicate and valuable as cashmere, professional reknitting is your safest choice.

Q.2) How do you match the yarn?

To repair a hole in knits, we always try to use yarn from the original garment first. If that’s not an option, we turn to our large collection of vintage and specialty yarns or custom-dye as needed.

Q.3) How long will my repair take?

Timing depends on the size of the job and how busy we are. If you need your garment by a specific date, let us know; we’ll do our best to meet your timeline.

Q.4) Do you only fix cashmere?

Not at all. We repair all types of knitwear, including wool, cotton, silk blends, and more.

Q.5) Will the repair last?

Yes. Our reknitting technique is strong and flexible, designed to hold up beautifully over time.

Trust Knitwear Doctor for Exceptional Knit Repairs

Cashmere sweaters aren’t just warm, they’re meaningful. Don’t let damage diminish their value. Knitwear Doctor treats every piece with the same care and skill we’d use on our own favorite sweaters.

Based in California, our work has been featured in Vogue and the Los Angeles Times. Whether you need to repair holes in knits or specifically cashmere sweaters, we’re here to help.

Send your sweater to Knitwear Doctor, and let us bring it back to life.