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Nightmare Snaps!

Created by hatchgirl - 4 weeks ago
SHJ Member hatchgirl

HELP!  I have just put a metal anorak snap fastener on the wrong way round.  I'm sure you've all been there - but does anyone know a way to get it out ?  

Yours,

Desperate Kate

4 weeks ago
SHJ Member hatchgirl

I'm guessing from the lack of response from all you lovely sewists,  that it is as I suspected and there is no way back.

However, I had an inspired moment (when I had calmed down) and I have salvaged the situation by super-glueing a "top" onto the stud which is the wrong way round.  No-one will ever know, except all of you of course.  Hope it may help someone else in the future.

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3 weeks ago
Admin SewHayleyJane

I'm so sorry I missed this Kate, that's really frustrating but looks like you found a great solution! What have you made?

3 weeks ago
SHJ Member hatchgirl

Thanks, Hayley.  I have made the Wardrobe By Me Canvas Jacket in denim from Rainbow Fabrics.  It has been a bit of a struggle but I'm pleased with the result.  Will I be brave enough to wear it?!

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3 weeks ago
SHJ Member Lesley

Looks fantastic, worth any struggles. You should definitely wear it!

3 weeks ago
SHJ Member hatchgirl

Thanks Lesley.  Now I've put it out there I'll have to, won't I!

3 weeks ago
Moderator Tamlyn

Thanks, Hayley.  I have made the Wardrobe By Me Canvas Jacket in denim from Rainbow Fabrics.  It has been a bit of a struggle but I'm pleased with the result.  Will I be brave enough to wear it?!

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hatchgirl - 3 weeks ago

Wow - it's fabulous! I really hope you do wear it!

3 weeks ago
Admin SewHayleyJane

Thanks, Hayley.  I have made the Wardrobe By Me Canvas Jacket in denim from Rainbow Fabrics.  It has been a bit of a struggle but I'm pleased with the result.  Will I be brave enough to wear it?!

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hatchgirl - 3 weeks ago

This looks so good!! Yes you shall absolutely wear it!

2 weeks ago
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