For a girl, boots perform not only a protective, but also a decorative function. They will protect your legs from cold, snow and rain, and will complement and highlight any outfit ensemble. Every fashionista can face a situation where the boots are a little small in the top. In this situation, you can solve the problem yourself.
In what cases is it necessary to cut the elastic band?
Modern manufacturers use the same boot volume parameters when sewing boots. When choosing, you may encounter a problem when the boot turns out to be small in the shin area, and the zipper is not fastened all the way. There is a different situation: the clasp can be fastened completely, but in this case the boots put a lot of pressure on the boot area. This can lead to serious health complications, and this type of legs will not be particularly attractive.
Therefore, the choice of shoes should be approached very carefully. You can contact specialized ateliers, where professionals will sew shoes according to individual parameters.However, this method will differ significantly from buying shoes in a regular store in terms of pricing policy.
In the case of a small volume of the shin of boots, the problem can be solved in several ways: by yourself stretching the area of the top of the boots using home methods or by cutting the elastic band. The first option is not the most practical, since leatherette products may be damaged after such procedures. Therefore, cutting the elastic bands in the boot area will be the most effective and efficient way.
Important! Please note that this solution will only help in a situation where the lock is not fastened by just a few centimeters or the slider is fastened completely, but the product squeezes the leg. If the lock stops even in the middle of the zipper, you should refuse the purchase and look for a more optimal option.
Recommendations for cutting elastic on boots
A few additional tips will help you competently, accurately and correctly carry out the technological process:
- The cutting process should be carried out from the wrong side. In most cases, this is enough to ensure that the boot top area becomes the required volume;
- Experts recommend cutting the material in the middle without touching the seam area. When cutting along the sides, the seams may begin to stick out. This will cause discomfort when using a pair. Damages on tights or snags on trousers are also possible;
- As you begin, take special interest in the placement of the rubber bands. Many manufacturers place it under the main lining, which will complicate the process. In this case, it is better to turn to professionals in a shoe studio;
- If the boots are designed for use in the autumn-spring season, on most models the lining is sewn on from a fabric material (for example, fleece). After the process is completed, the material can be hemmed.
Reference! When purchasing shoes, pay special attention to the quality of the elastic band located in the boots. It should have high density and elasticity. Otherwise, low-quality material will quickly spread out, which will lead to unexpected financial expenses: repairing an old pair or buying new shoes.
How to properly cut the elastic on your boots yourself
First of all, it is necessary to prepare all the materials and tools for comfortable carrying out the technological process.
Preparation:
- boots;
- nail scissors;
- blade (in case you have to rip the inner lining);
- needle;
- threads to match the product.
Attention! The technological process is recommended to be carried out in the afternoon (the optimal choice is in the evening). By this time, the leg muscles have already become sufficiently soft and swollen.
The progress of the work is not characterized by a high level of complexity. Using a blade, the lining is carefully ripped apart in the area where the ribbon is located. The cutting process is best done with nail scissors. Using a tool, cut the elastic in the center.
It is recommended to cut the ribbon slightly short of the position of the bottom stitch. Upon completion, you need to put on boots with the usual products: tights, leggings or trousers (if they are tucked into the shoes). The lock itself should be fastened and you should walk around the house a little in your shoes. This is necessary in order to understand how the product sits on the leg after the procedure.
If one cut was not enough, you can make several more, located next to the central one.The main thing is not to cut the elastic close to the seam, so that the protruding threads do not interfere with the use of the product. At the end of the work, the lining fabric is sewn up with small stitches. The boots are ready. After such actions, the elastic band will be weakened and will help the shoe to accurately transform when used.
During the process, carefully ensure that only the elastic is cut, and not the material of the product itself - leather or suede. If there is possible damage to the boots, it is difficult to sew them up yourself. In some situations, even specialists cannot cope with such a problem, so you will have to go buy new ones.
Stylish and comfortable shoes are one of the main accessories for every girl. Fashionable boots will warm your feet in cold weather and help highlight the individuality of their owner. In some situations, the boots turn out to be small in the calf area, the clasp is not fastened by just a couple of centimeters. A few simple recommendations will help any girl solve this problem.
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