Estelle's Beechwood Darning Egg is the perfect tool for mending socks, mittens and other small items. The narrow shape of the egg fits easily inside your project, making it fast and simple to repair damaged clothing! To use a darning egg, place it inside the item you wish to repair, and stretch the item gently around it. You may find it helpful to use an elastic band to keep the item in place while you work on your repairs.