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Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Invisible Snaps Tutorial

Invisible Snaps.  Can you see them?




I finally figured out a way to make dresses without having to use buttons!  I don't like the way snaps look but I love the ease of them so I decided to try and cover the snaps with fabric and it worked.  Yea! 

First I cut a circle out about 3 sizes larger than the snap



Then I wrapped the fabric around the decorative prong and put it in the rubber ring.  After that I followed the directions for my plier kit.  I have the Dritz plier kit that works with several sizes. 



And when I was finished I had what looked like beautiful fabric covered buttons!


I hope this makes someones day like it did mine! 
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Posted by sew grown at 3:53 PM

11 comments:

  1. Tara-ComfyandPrettyBlogDecember 6, 2010 at 3:09 AM

    clever idea!

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  2. dthneeceDecember 7, 2010 at 2:14 PM

    Now, THAT is inspired and inspiring!

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  3. HanaDecember 22, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    Ooooh- what a fabulous idea! I see many potential uses for that.
    I have never come across a 'snap tool like contraption' (technical term) as seen in your photo. I have always hated snaps because i have had to hammer them on. May i ask if it is easy to use and where do i come across buying one?? What are they called would also be a good question? Cheers!

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    1. Auntie PamSeptember 14, 2012 at 9:01 PM

      It is available at JoAnns called a snap pliers. Run about $28. Love mine!

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    2. Auntie PamSeptember 14, 2012 at 9:02 PM

      It is available at JoAnns called a snap pliers. Run about $28. Love mine!

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  4. Erica {B is for Boy}February 21, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    This is so clever- I have still not made friends with my snap pliers...but when I do I'm trying this!
    erica @ http://bisforboycreations.blogspot.com/

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  5. HeatherMarch 13, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Now that is awesome! I'm so going to try that tomorrow... Thanks for sharing!

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  6. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    Totally a great idea!! Love your site!

    Linda J
    VA

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  7. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    Totally a great idea!! Love your site!

    Linda J
    VA

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  8. Debbie can sewApril 20, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    Thanks so much for sharing, your dress or top was beautiful!

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  9. Debbie can sewApril 20, 2014 at 12:28 PM

    Thanks for sharing! Your top or dress is beautiful, love the fabric

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