[header] How to patch a small hole in your dry wall [title] Cut a small scrap of drywall. [step] Begin by finding some scrap gypsum board that is the same thickness as the wall you are repairing. Use a drywall saw to cut a small rectangular section of this scrap drywall big enough the cover the hole in your wall. 
Place the scrap rectangle over the damaged wall to ensure that it is large enough. [title] Cut the outline of the scrap piece away from the wall.