Luckily, there are tools, kits, and simple ways to repair a tear in your car's seat without breaking your wallet, as long as you're willing to use a little bit of elbow grease.

When you're wondering how to repair a tear in fabric or a hole in your clothes, sewing patches can be a creative and profitable answer.

Screenmend makes a screen repair patch that works like a heat activated sticker. Just cut the size you need to cover the tear, while leaving about a 1/2-inch around the edge.

If you (or your kids) live a rough-and-tumble lifestyle, Tear Mender makes instant patches on fabric and leather for a quick and effective fix. How well does it work?