VELCRO® Brand | Sew & Stick Fabric Tape | Cut-to-Length Strong Hook & Loop Self Adhesive Sticky Tape Perfect for Crafting, Clothing Repairs & Hemming | White | 20mm x 10m

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Wooden clothespins or binder clips work too. Test the clips on fabric scraps first to ensure no snagging or tearing. Proper preparation and diligent securing leads to professional results when sewing on Velcro. Sewing Edges in a Box Pattern Choose a sewing method, either hand sewing or machine sewing using a zigzag stitch setting and a zipper foot. Some machines come with a special presser foot for hook and loop closures. If yours has one, make sure to use it. if not, use a zipper foot. To ensure proper adhesion, press the Velcro pieces together before threading that first stitch. When preparing the fabric, clip the properly aligned Velcro in place. Adhering Velcro correctly from the start prevents frustrating popping and misalignment later on. Cut the corners of the side seam to make them angled rather than straight. If you’re using Velcro that isn’t seamed already (although it’s highly recommended you do), create your own seams by trimming the hooks and loops down on each side.

Cut two pieces of cloth into the size and shape you want, be it square, oval, or rectangular. Allow around half an inch extra for seam allowances. Lay the two smaller pieces of fabric face side up alongside the larger piece and align them so that together they form the same length as the larger piece. They should have enough excess material in the middle to allow for hemming.Snapping that zipper foot in place gives you such control and precision for attaching Velcro. The narrow base guides the stitching perfectly along the edge of the tape. You’ll get professional results every time when you use this handy sewing machine attachment. Sewing With Zigzag Stitch For increased hold, it can also be pinned. When hand-sewing, use a thimble and aim for small, tight stitches about 1/8 apart. Go slowly and be careful not to sew through the Velcro loops. If using a machine, select a tight zigzag stitch and sew around the Velcro’s perimeter. Thread your needle with a 46- to 51-cm piece of thread (don’t be tempted to go longer than this; the longer the thread, the more likely it is to tangle). Tie knots on both ends. Hand-sew a Velcro strip to one side of the cushion. Attach the other side of the Velcro to the chair. When attaching the Velcro, trim the corners before sewing to reduce bulk. Trimming the corners allows the adhesive to lie flat and prevents your stitching foot from catching. This prevents skipped stitches and a neat finish. Your Velcro application will look clean and tailored with trimmed corners before sewing. How to Sew Velcro by Hand

If you’re tired of stitching or pinning, consider this easy option that requires no sewing. Zippers Velcro is a tough, dense fabric that some machines are simply not equipped to handle in the same way as other fabrics. If you find you’re having a tough time getting your machine to work with Velcro, slow your stitching down as much as possible. Clamps or adhesive will stabilize the Velcro as you stitch it to fabric. To ensure proper placement, secure the hook and loop sides before sewing. Adhesive and clips hold Velcro flat, preventing shifting while you work. Hand-sew an X or box pattern through the tapes to permanently attach your Velcro fastenings. Once you’ve gathered your materials and equipment, start by cutting your Velcro to size. Cut the hook piece first (i.e. the rough, rigid side), before using the cut-out piece as a template for cutting the loop piece (the softer, fuzzier side).

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To start, cut your Velcro to the desired length. This will depend on how long of a fastening strip you need. Measure the area you want to attach the Velcro to and cut a strip slightly longer than that measurement.

Start by cutting out 2 pieces of cloth. Make the first piece slightly larger than the size of the cushion required; the other two should be a little more than half the size of the first piece (as an example, if you want a round cushion, cut out one full circle and two half circles). You’ve got options when it comes to fasteners! Zippers, buttons, hooks, snaps – they all have their place. Choose a fastener based on the project and fabric. Sturdy garments may need durable plastic or metal zippers while lightweight fabrics can get away with nylon coil options. With the practice sample, you’ll have your sewing savviness ready for neat, durable Velcro attachment. Using a Zipper Foot Match thread color to Velcro for a clean look. Consider light gray thread for white Velcro. Coating Needle in Beeswax (optional) If you’re making things up as you go along rather than using a pattern, you’ll need to rely on your best judgment to decide what width (not to mention color) you’ll need.You’ll want to securely fasten the Velcro with clothespins before stitching to keep everything aligned. Investigation reveals proper preparation prevents pesky problems. Use non-rusting plastic clips spaced every inch or two along the Velcro strip for precise positioning. Place the Velcro between two pieces of fabric. The soft Velcro needs to be placed on the underside of the top piece of fabric, while the scratchy Velcro should be placed on the lower piece of fabric.

You may want to consider alternatives to sewing Velcro, such as iron-on options, zippers, buttonholes, press studs, or Kam snaps. Cut the Velcro the appropriate size. Slide the scissors through the Velcro to avoid tearing the hooks or loops. The first step to making sewing Velcro a breeze is determining exactly what kind of Velcro you need. Different jobs require different types of Velcro, so don’t be tempted to just use whatever Velcro you have lying around the house. Lay the Velcro pieces onto the fabric. Place the soft Velcro on the underside of the top piece of fabric, and the scratchy Velcro on the lower piece of fabric. Ensure they are properly aligned. Once you’ve sewn the length of one side of Velcro, reposition the fabric and repeat the process to sew the other side. Follow the same technique, machine or hand, on the opposing piece of fabric for the other half of the Velcro fastener.

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Sew one side of the Velcro to the bottom of the top piece of fabric. Sew the second piece to the bottom piece of fabric. You’ve got your Velcro, needle, and thread ready to go. Now let’s walk through sewing this handy fastener onto fabric, whether by machine or by hand.