Hook eye

Image from Threads magazine, issue #117 Don't get me wrong, there's nothing inherently bad about a hook and eye. In fact, they can be quite useful little suckers. My problem is that I dread sewing them on. You'd think I was getting a root canal, the way I avoid them! I'm finishing up another dress based on this pattern that I draped (it's the exact same shape, but with an improved empire line, done in navy with white piping, if you're curious), and it will definitely have a hook and eye…

Hook & eye tape sewn to bodice back opening

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In this hook and eye sewing tutorial, you will learn how to attach these timeless closures and how to sew a self loop option to match.

by Lisha Vidler (This article was first published at Your Wardrobe Unlock’d.) Hooks and eyes are small metal devices that are often used to fasten garments. They are generally made of twisted wire and have two round loops on either side, with which to be sewn down.

Attaching hooks & eyes by hand can be a messy job. Here’s how to sew them to achieve both a professional and secure closure that will last!

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It's disappointing to look inside an otherwise nicely-sewn garment and see snaps or hooks and eyes that are poorly sewn on. Happily, couture comes to the rescue with a technique…

This sewing tutorial provides a detailed guide on how to sew hook and eye closures, with a focus on a decorative hook and eye featuring a rhinestone. It covers everything from choosing the right materials and tools to positioning and sewing techniques, emphasizing the importance of practice and providing tips for achieving a secure and aesthetically pleasing result. The guide also highlights common uses of hook and eye closures in various garments.

Attaching hooks & eyes by hand can be a messy job. Here’s how to sew them to achieve both a professional and secure closure that will last!