Fixing hole in cashmere scarf?

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idlehen

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Hi everyone. I recently bought one of Coach's cashmere scarves and when I went to get a jacket from the closet, it dropped on the floor and I didn't notice. My boyfriend's dog was over that day and he got to it while we were at work. It's not in terrible condition but he did rip 2 small holes in it (at work right now so I don't have a picture). I was wondering if anyone knew the best way to patch this? I've done a lot of sewing/knitting/crocheting in the past but I'm not sure of the best fix for this that won't ruin the C patterning. It's not a knitted scarf but instead seems like it's gray and white fibers woven in a pattern to form the C's on each side.

Should I....
1) Wash off dog drool and just leave it alone? (holes aren't really noticeable when worn but I'm afraid it'll start to un-weave at the holes)
2) Use gray thread and attempt to sew the rip shut (will probably leave a visible stitch line)
3) Send to a professional to try to mend it? (Not sure what type of shop to look for for this)
4) Sew some sort of decorative patch on top of it? (has anyone done this and have recommendations?)

This is the scarf I got (in gray):
https://www.coach.com/coach-reversible-signature-cashmere-muffler/76396.html
 
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I've sewn holes before - with a light touch it will be better than leaving it open. Patches don't seem appropriate. Also, don't forget that there is fabric glue in the marketplace which may be helpful (not having seen the damage in person, can't say for sure). Good luck.
 
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baghagg said:
I've sewn holes before - with a light touch it will be better than leaving it open. Patches don't seem appropriate. Also, don't forget that there is fabric glue in the marketplace which may be helpful (not having seen the damage in person, can't say for sure). Good luck.
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Thank you, I thought of fabric glue or fray check but I don't want there to be a hard part on the scarf. I may try just sewing the hole shut, or maybe embroider a small design on top of it?
 
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Pautinka said:
Hope you managed to solve your problem!
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Thank you, I think I may try to embroider a small design over it. I'm not sure yet because it's sort of close to the edge of the scarf and anything there will look a little out of place. I haven't had time to address it yet (and it's getting warmer so no need to wear it). I'll post pictures with my solution when I get it done!
 
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idlehen said:
Thank you, I think I may try to embroider a small design over it. I'm not sure yet because it's sort of close to the edge of the scarf and anything there will look a little out of place. I haven't had time to address it yet (and it's getting warmer so no need to wear it). I'll post pictures with my solution when I get it done!
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Lucky you! It's still freezing where I am! Good luck.
 
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