How to Repair a Broken Hook and Loop Strap

ID: 171007

Description: If you've noticed a falling-apart velcro strap...

Steps:

1. Here we can clearly see the defect: The stitching of the velcro strap is broken.
2. The upper material and the velcro strap are not properly attached anymore.
3. We can repair the strap by using a sewing machine.

4. Check the original seam in terms of thread color, stitching length and pattern.
5. For better results, try to use similar thread color and stitching technique as with the original seam.
6. After having set-up the sewing machine, place the strap onto the needle thread plate.
7. Make sure you can easily move the strap through the needle feed.

8. Start the stitching a few mm before the damaged thread to secure it.
9. Use back stitching to prevent the seam from opening.
10. Tip: In-between the stitching, check carefully whether the edges are correctly overlapping.

11. Follow the original seam to cover the stitching holes and ensure a close-to-original look.

12. Use a back stitching to prevent the seam from opening.
13. Remove the strap carefully from the sewing machine and cut off all the excess seams.

14. 🛠️🏆👏 Congratulations! The repair of the strap is complete, and you're ready to go!