How do I sew a press stud?
Has the press stud on your favourite shirt failed? Don't panic, Tilli will show you how to sew a new one on.
Choose the right press stud
There are two types of snap fasteners: sew-on or rivet-on. Sew-on snaps are, as their name suggests, to be sewn onto your garment. They're relatively easy to fit and can be easily unstitched, since they don't alter the fabric.
Rivet snap fasteners, on the other hand, don't require any sewing, just a pair of rivet darts. Handling is straightforward, but installation is definitive, since the rivet pierces the fabric.
Sew a press stud by hand
In the first instance, make a clear distinction between the male and female parts.
The male part of your button (the one with the stem) is sewn on the back of the garment whereas the female part (the one with the hollow), is sewn on the right side.
Once you've done this, start by sewing the male part, taking care to make 4 to 5 stitches in each hole of the button. Then move on to the female part, making sure it's positioned opposite the male part. As you can see, it's not that complicated!
Good to know
Choose metal snaps for thick fabrics;
Choose plastic snaps for thin and light fabrics;
Note that the larger the diameter of the snap you choose, the stronger it will be.
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