fasteners

Some projects, like jackets and pants, will require
some type of fastener. Here’s how to decide the
best hardware for your project.

Some projects, like jackets and pants, will require some type of fastener. Here’s how to decide the best hardware for your project.

Some projects, like jackets and pants, will require <br> some type of fastener. Here’s how to decide the <br> best hardware for your project.
basic closures

basic closures

snaps and hooks & eyes are the most frequently used closures for fastening and finishing garments. Fasteners have traditionally been hidden. Today’s fashion uses them on the outside as key elements of the design.

  • • Hooks & eyes hold finished edges together.

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    • • Sew-on snaps hold overlapping edges together.

     
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    eyelets & grommets

    eyelets & grommets

    The terms eyelet and grommet are used interchangeably. Eyelets and grommets are round metal 1- or 2-piece reinforcements for holes in fabric, plastic and paper. They can be either functional or decorative. The size indicates the inside diameter of the opening of the eyelet or grommet.
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    locks & buckles

    locks & buckles

    Locks are decorative and functional metal hardware often found on bags, purses, wristlets, backpacks and belts. The locks can be opened by turning, pressing or flipping. Buckles are available in several designs with interlocking parts to secure overalls, jumpers, back ties on vests, belts, bags, totes, luggage and sporting equipment.
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    buttons

    buttons

    Apply liquid fray preventer to buttonholes before cutting open to avoid frayed threads. Use a seam ripper to open buttonholes. Be cautious to avoid piercing fabric. Place a pin across the end of the buttonhole to avoid cutting too far. Cover buttons are used to make half ball fabric covered shank buttons. They are available in aluminum ½ to 1 ½ inches in diameter, brass in 7/16 to 1 ½ inches in diameter and a range of sizes for denim jeans and overalls.
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    zippers

    zippers

    From all-purpose and invisible to jackets and jeans, we have the zippers in lengths, weights and colors you need. Click here to find just the right one to finish your next project.
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