Overalls are a great clothing option for young children. Today there is a wide variety of overalls available for children and adults. It is also a convenient thing for builders and handymen. An important detail of the product is the strap of the overalls. The length and width of the harness can be completely different, it all depends on the width of the shoulders.
The strap is used as a convenient fastener for children's, women's and men's assortments. The buckle is designed to regulate the straps of the overalls. It happens very often that sellers give a buckle separately, it breaks or needs to be replaced. What to do in this case? We'll tell you how to fix the straps. We’ll also look at different ways to fix straps that fall off.
If the straps require repair
Buckles are different, therefore, they are also inserted differently.
There are models of buckles that are distinguished by both their simplicity and ease of use.
How to secure metal fittings
The fittings have two parts:
- salopet:
- mechanism for tightening.
Salopet is a button fastener for outerwear harnesses, in the form of a metal loop. The tightening mechanism is designed to regulate the length of the strap.
Required materials for installation:
- strap accessories;
- denim button;
- universal press (can be replaced with a hammer and rubber pad);
- matrix for installing buttons;
- hole punch - necessary to make a technological hole.
Operating procedure
- First, we take the constriction mechanism and put it on the strap. First into one hole, then into the second. Move away from the edge.
- Then we thread the salopet, turn the strap over and pull back a little fabric on the first part (the mechanism for constriction).
- We pass the tail of the harness inside the fabric with a clasp to adjust the length. First into one hole, move the latch and then into the second.
- Tighten and fix the desired length. Now you can set the required length.
- Use a punch to make a neat hole and use a special press to insert the button. All is ready!
IMPORTANT! When closing the salopette, the tail should face the front side of the fabric.
What to do to prevent the straps from slipping
Many people often experience straps falling off their shoulders. This causes great inconvenience for the child.
What can you come up with in this case? Here are some simple ways.
- Choose the correct strap length if you have a jumpsuit with a metal fastener.
- Make a simple strap with a button hole and fix the length.
- Cross the straps at the back.
- Sew two straps in the middle along the edges. True, this option will not look too neat.
- Sew a connecting ribbon or elastic band in the middle of the strap in the color of the overalls.
- Buy a special device. Now in online stores there are a lot of different miracle fixers that will save you from this problem in a second. It is a small-shaped object made of plastic or silicone. It's quite inexpensive.
How to easily lengthen the straps on a baby onesie
Children grow up very quickly. To extend the life of your overalls, you can experiment a little.
The ability to lengthen overalls will extend their durability and save money on buying new things. There are several ways.
By increasing the length of the harness
Measure the length by which you need to increase the item. Slide the stopper on the strap to get to the seam that holds everything together. Open the seam. Remove the accessories from the strap, leaving only the salopette.
Attach the salopette to the end of the strap and sew using a sewing machine. The pants have grown by several centimeters, which means they can still be worn.
By adding inserts
Do all the same steps as in the first method until the salopette is secured.
Take a small piece of similar fabric or thick elastic. Cut out two rectangles and secure them to the harness using a sewing machine.
If you took an elastic band, you can sew it on right away.
Fasten the fasteners, the jumpsuit is enlarged. Wear it for your health.
Sew the necessary elements to the back of the pants themselves
- Select the required color and length of fabric.
- Peel off the old straps and sew inserts to them.
- Sew the finished long suspenders into place.
- The most difficult way will be to lengthen the pants. It is suitable for more experienced mothers.
Take a similar fabric or choose an interesting color to make the pants look brighter. - Cut out rectangles of the required length and sew them into the legs.
The product is ready.This jumpsuit will last longer.
ATTENTION. To get rid of marks from old stitching and punctures on the straps, use an iron.
Children's overalls are the favorite clothing of girls and boys. Women's overalls are now in fashion, and men love to use them at work. Using straps and cuffs, the wearing period of the overalls increases. Just a little personal time to remake an old thing will give your child the opportunity for interesting entertainment.
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