Many additional accessories are used for sewing clothes. These auxiliary elements are called clothing fittings. They are used in sewing both wedding and evening dresses, as well as simple everyday clothes. Fittings usually include: buttons, zippers, loops, hooks, Velcro, tape and buckles.
Classification
Sewing accessories are used for:
- fastening clothes;
- attaching parts of garments;
- strengthening of their individual elements;
- comfort of use of clothing;
- as part of the decor.
The sewing market offers types of fittings made from metal, plastic, textiles and their combinations.
Buttons
They are used for their main purpose – fastening clothes and as a decorative element.
Buttons are the most numerous type of sewing accessories. They are made from:
- metal;
- plastic;
- trees;
- mother of pearl;
- ivory;
- ceramics;
- combinations of materials.
Made of metal 
Made of plastic
By type, buttons are:
- with two holes;
- with four holes;
- on the counter;
- with slits.
By color:
- plain;
- with print;
- with engraving;
- with painting.
There are products of both simple shapes - round, square, oval, and original design solutions.
The main purpose of buttons is to fasten clothes. They also serve as decoration.
According to the manufacturing method, buttons are classified as stamped, cast, pressed, assembled, and hand-cut.
Buttons
Snap buttons look like buttons, but they have a different fastening mechanism – spring. This type of fastening is more convenient, and it is quicker to unfasten and fasten the item.
The main material for the production of buttons is metal. For summer clothing options, plastic products are used.
According to the design solution, the spring mechanism of buttons can be:
- ring;
- omega-shaped;
- with spring bushing.
Buttons vary in diameter, which ranges from 5 to 18 mm.
Zippers
A zipper is two strips of links that are connected by the movement of a lock. As a result of this action, they cling to each other, forming a continuous line.
Lightning comes in the following types:
- spiral, or twisted;
- tractor (cast);
- metal. They have separate teeth.
In the production of garments, plastic and metal zippers are most often used.
The length of the product varies from 7 to 180 cm. The lightning cursor is available in several versions:
- with automatic position locking;
- equipped with a stopper;
- with free movement without fastening.
For ease of use, some types of outerwear use products with two cursors. By size, small, medium and large zippers are distinguished.
Hooks and loops
Hooks are fasteners made of metal or plastic. The product includes a hook and a loop.
According to their purpose, hooks are classified as:
- for shoes;
- for underwear;
- for fur outerwear.
Hooks are produced with and without locks. The appearance of quality hooks is neat, their surface is smooth, without signs of corrosion. The eyes should be free of burrs and sharp edges.
During the production process, the mechanical properties of finished products are checked. The hook and loop must withstand extreme loads without deformation.
Features depending on the type of clothing
For jeans
Accessories for denim products have a functional feature. It is this that can help identify a fake. Such types of accessories as buttons, rivets and bolts are part of the design of the jeans model and serve as their decoration.
The fastening on jeans deserves special attention. Regardless of whether it is a zipper or buttons, it should be done well. After all, a constantly diverging zipper or a torn button is not a very pleasant sight.
The branded products have their zippers engraved with the brand name. This is a kind of protection that famous denim brands use to prevent counterfeiting.
There are several types of buttons used for jeans:
- with plastic body;
- metal;
- with moving elements;
- on a double rod leg.
The material for making jeans buttons is various types of metal and plastic. The most popular are brass, copper and stainless steel.
For additional fixation of seams, eyelets are used - fittings in the form of special rivets. They fasten several layers of fabric and act as a decorative detail of the product.
Jeans fittings also include belt buckles and rivets of various types and sizes.
For outerwear
This type of fittings serves to firmly fasten together the components of clothing so that they are firmly held in the right places. In addition to the main purpose, fittings for outerwear act as decoration. For outerwear, such types of fittings as hooks, zippers and buckles are also used. They create an individual look for products. Correctly selected buttons can qualitatively change the appearance of a coat or fur coat, creating a bright accent. Sometimes, to give a boring item a completely new look, it is enough to simply replace the buttons with new ones.
Snap fasteners are increasingly used for outerwear. This type of hardware allows you to quickly fasten and unfasten jackets, and is often used as an additional fastener to a zipper.
For light fabrics
Accessories for light fabrics include:
- plastic buttons;
- hidden zippers;
- hooks;
- loops.
These elements are used to fasten clothes and secure their parts.
To make products made from lightweight fabrics look more stylish and have a rich appearance, decorative sewing accessories are used.
For decoration and finishing of light fabrics the following are used:
- lace and braid;
- ribbons;
- glitter and rhinestones;
- beads;
- feathers;
- other decorative embellishments such as appliques, artificial flowers.
These details perfectly complement finished garments and give them a unique look.
Separately, it is worth noting the accessories for wedding dresses. It includes lace, ribbons, rhinestones, decorative flowers and artificial pearls. With their help, you can create a unique style of the product. Some designer options are embroidered with Swarovski rhinestones, natural pearls and semi-precious stones.
Accessories for light fabrics are made of plastic, metal and wood. The materials can be both natural and artificial.
For shoes
Modern footwear is a wide range of products: from classic shoes to sports sneakers. Accordingly, various fittings are used for their production.
Its most common types are:
- zippers;
- lacing blocks;
- laces;
- buckles;
- Velcro.
Shoe fittings are used to fasten and decorate shoes. These elements are made of plastic and metal.
A reliable way to fix shoes on your feet are laces. They are made of leather, synthetic threads or cotton. In addition to the material, laces are also distinguished by shape. They can be round or flat. Short round laces are more suitable for classic shoes, and flat laces are more often used in sneakers and boots. Their tips are a separate element, which are made of metal, plastic, silicone.
Shoelaces tips perform several functions:
- maintains the integrity of the lacing;
- maintain a given length of the lace;
- make the lacing process easier.
Shoe fittings include sewn-on fasteners and tips, and beads are used as decoration.
It is better to choose metal fittings for shoes. They look more stylish and extend the warranty period of the product.
Exclusive products
Exclusive types of sewing accessories include decorative crabs, rhinestones, iron-on stickers, sewn-on acrylic and glass stones and beads, artificial flowers, appliques. There are craftsmen who produce buttons and other elements specifically for designer collections. They are not cheap, but famous fashion houses value exclusivity. Banal plastic and cheap metal are inappropriate here, buttons are made of:
- mother of pearl;
- tortoise shell;
- valuable wood;
- ivory.
Precious stones and precious metals can be used as decoration.
If the concept of the collection requires it, buttons can be covered with crocodile or snake skin, trimmed with expensive fabric with hand embroidery.
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