Dear Readers: Who isn’t trying to save money these days? To help stretch your clothing dollar, here are three easy hints to help you:

n Stop button threads from fraying by dabbing the top of the button with a little clear nail polish, letting it dry and trimming loose threads.

n Fix a fallen hem with masking tape, duct tape, safety pins or adhesive bandage. If you have a sewing kit and pre-threaded needles handy, use a whipstitch, knotting every third stitch to keep the hem up.

n Snags on sweaters should never be pulled or cut. Use the top of a closed pen o...

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