If you're doing a button, you're going to want to make a buttonhole to go right along with it. Sewing one with you sewing machine is fast and easier than you think. Learn how to do it the right way by watching this tutorial.
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Covered Button
Give your buttons a unique look by covering them in the fabric of your choice. These specialized shank buttons come in kits and in different sizes. They're a great way to add a fun touch to your projects.
Centered Zipper
Don't be afraid of sewing in a zipper. One of the easiest methods is putting one in the center of the seam. Sew around the zipper sides, remove the seam stitches, and voila! A working zipper. Watch this video for a demonstration.
Hook and Eye
Usually found above zippers in your more lightweight projects, hooks and eyes are a great way to add a delicate clasp to your projects. They need to be hand sewn though, so be sure to watch this demo to see how to sew in hooks and eyes into your project.
Button Loop
If you're adding buttons to your project, consider using button loops instead of buttonholes. It's an easy way to keep things closed and can be done using cording.
Shank Button
The shank button is a button in which the button sits on top of a metal shank the process to sew them on is a little different than your usual flat button. But you'll want to make sure you sew them on right so they don't pop off your clothes. Watch this detailed demonstration to see how.
Sew on Velcro
Velcro is a good alternative to doing a clasp for your project. Its easy, fast, and works great. Watch this video to find out what you need to learn about velcro and how to go about to applying it to your project.
Heavy Duty Snaps
This tutorial shows you the different parts of heavy duty snaps and how to use a snap tool kit in order to correctly attach them to your project. This is a great way to add fasteners to more of your heavier projects like coats, jackets, and pants.
Lapped Zipper
Don't have an invisible zipper but still want your zipper hidden? By using the lapped zipper sewing method, you'll end up with a zipper hidden behind a flapped seam for a flawless look. The best part is this can be done with a standard zipper and added to most garments where the zipper goes in a seamline.
Invisible Zipper
Expand your sewing repertoire and put in an invisible zipper in your project. Its claim to fame is that you'll hardly know its there. Watch this video to learn how to use the universal invisible zipper foot and sew in an invisible zipper.