How to patch the knee of a pair of kids jeans
Check the cloth around the hole, choose a comfortable patch and keep the back of the leg clear. A practical starting point for a visible knee repair.
Resources
Useful guides to what we make and what we carry: everyday clothes, good books, creative play, thoughtful gifts, and little things for home.
How to buy secondhand kids clothes by measurements and condition
Let the print catch your eye, then compare the actual measurements, wear and fabric before choosing a secondhand piece.
From sample pants to Studio Pants: how a pattern is refined
We used collected fabrics while refining a kids pants pattern. The samples became real pants, and the process became a changing collection.
Buying one-of-a-kind kids clothes online: what to check
When one small detail in a print catches your eye, make sure you know what will arrive. A guide to sizes, fabric placement and the stories behind small-run pants.
How vintage pockets become part of a new pair of jeans
Found fabric, a new pair of jeans, and a small place for a print to be noticed. How vintage pockets found their way into our Play Jean.
Kids jeans or joggers: choosing for the day ahead
Our Play Jean has a roomy, cropped leg; the Everyday Jogger tapers in cotton French terry. Here’s how we’d compare them with the clothes a child already likes.
Will cotton kids jeans soften? Start with fabric and fit
Will cotton jeans soften, or is the fit the part that needs changing? We look at weight, finish and shape, and why fit matters more than a promised break-in period.
How to wash Colorful Bunch cotton kids jeans
Empty the pockets, wash gently in cool water, and remember to set the jeans aside before the dryer. Our Play Jean care routine, with a few useful details.
How to measure a child and their favorite jeans before ordering
A favorite pair of jeans can tell you a lot about the next pair. Here’s how we’d compare the waist, inseam and rise, with room for a different shape.
How we upcycle kids clothing at Colorful Bunch
Existing jeans and shorts, a strawberry print, and the original fabric story kept intact. A look at the particular pieces we upcycle.