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Blog on Accessories for Fashion, Furniture, Footwear & Bags
Practical guides on buttons, zips, elastics, ribbons and labels – materials, sizes, uses and custom branding. From the manufacturer Polkom.
Roller Buckles – When the Roller Protects the Belt
What a roller buckle is, how the roller reduces friction and extends the life of the belt, where it is used and how to choose size, material and finish.
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Hook and Bar Sizes – How to Choose for the Waistband
How to choose a hook and bar size – which parameters to measure, how waistband width and thickness determine the model and how to request a sample.
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Types of Eyelets – With Washer, Without Washer, Decorative and Plastic
An overview of eyelet types by construction, material, shape and application – with a table showing which eyelet suits clothing, shoes, leather and canvas.
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Sew-On Snap Fasteners for Dresses and Blouses – Where and How to Attach Them
Where sew-on snap fasteners go on dresses and blouses, what size and material to choose and how to sew them invisibly on thin fabric.
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Jeans Rivets – Where They Go and How to Choose Them
Why jeans have rivets, exactly where they go, which size, material and finish to choose and how to match them with the button and leather label.
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Attaching a Metal Logo Plate: Prongs, Rivets, Sewing or Gluing
A comparison of the five main ways to attach a metal logo plate – when prongs, rivets, sewing, screws or adhesive are used and how to choose according to the material.
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What Are Hooks and Bars and What Are They Used For
What a hook and bar is, which parts it consists of, where it is used and how it differs from wire hooks and eyes and snap buttons.
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Welded or Non-Welded Rings – What Is the Difference and Which to Choose
Welded, non-welded or cast rings? A comparison of strength, look and application, with practical tips on which to choose for bags, belts and clothing.
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Belt Buckle Sizes According to Belt Width
A chart of belt buckle sizes by belt width, how to measure the inner width and opening height and which sizes are standard.
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Eyelet Sizes – Inner Diameter, Flange and Shank Height
How eyelets are measured – inner diameter, outer flange and shank height – and which size to choose for laces, cords, leather, curtains and canvas.
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Sew-On Snap Fasteners for Coats – Concealed Closure and Covered Snaps
How sew-on snap fasteners are used on coats: inner overlap, lapel, collar, size, covered snaps, sewing and reinforcing heavy fabrics.
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Types of Rings for Bags, Belts and Straps – Shapes and Uses
Round, D-shaped, rectangular, triangular or split – see which type of ring suits which product and what to check before you order.
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Types of Cord Stoppers – Spring, Toggle, Flat and With a Loop
A short guide to the types of cord stoppers – spring, toggle, flat, with a loop and springless – how they work and in which garments, backpacks and accessories they are used.
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Types of Garment Accessories – A Complete Overview
The main types of garment accessories, what each one is for and how to select the accessories for trousers, a jacket, a bag or sportswear.
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Attaching a Zip Puller to the Slider – Ring, Hook, Loop and Compatibility
A zip puller is only as good as its connection to the slider. Types of attachment, compatibility with sliders and what to check before the run.
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Types of Buckles – by Material, Mechanism and Purpose
An overview of buckle types by mechanism and material: prong, slide, side-release, roller, automatic and decorative – and which suits which product.
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Sew-On Snap Fasteners for Children's Clothing – Safety and Choice
How to choose and sew on snap fasteners safely for children's and baby clothing: material, nickel, size, pull test and inspection.
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How to Sew a Hook and Bar onto Trousers or a Skirt – Step by Step
A step-by-step guide to sewing a sew-on hook and bar onto a trouser or skirt waistband – placement, thread, stitch and reinforcement.
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Shoelace Cord Locks – How They Work and How to Fit Them
How shoelace cord locks work, which models fit round, flat and elastic laces, how they are fitted and when they are better than a knot.
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Logo Zip Pullers – How They Are Made and What to Prepare
A logo zip puller is the detail the customer holds every day. Here are the types, how the logo is applied and what to prepare for your inquiry.
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Custom Logo Rivets – From Design to Series Production
How to order logo rivets: preparing the vector file, choosing the technique, size and finish, approving the sample and wholesale series production.
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Sewing Accessories: What Every Garment Factory Needs
A practical checklist of sewing accessories for a garment factory or atelier – from hooks and bars and eyelets to threads and elastics, with ideas for planning your stock.
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Metal Logo Plates for Engraving: Material, Thickness and Method
How to choose metal logo plates for engraving – brass, stainless steel, aluminium or zinc alloy, what laser engraving delivers and when mechanical engraving is better.
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Metal Logo Plate Sizes for Clothing and Accessories
What width, height and thickness to choose for a metal logo plate depending on the product – an indicative chart and practical rules on proportions and legibility.
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Metal Belt Buckles – How to Choose the Right One
How to choose a metal belt buckle – type of mechanism, width and opening, material, finish, prong strength and compatibility with the leather.
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Buckle or Clasp? Terms and Parts of a Buckle
Buckle, belt buckle, clasp – what each one is called and how to describe the parts of a buckle precisely when ordering from a manufacturer.
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How to Attach Press-On Hooks and Bars – Fitting with a Press
How to attach pronged press-on hooks and bars – parts, press, dies, setup, steps and quality control in series production.
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Accessories List for a Clothing Brand – Tech Pack Trims Checklist
A checklist of all the accessories and trims a new clothing brand needs to describe in its tech pack – from the zip and buttons to labels and packaging.
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Press-On Snaps with Pliers or Sew-On Snap Fasteners – Which to Choose
A comparison of press-on snaps applied with pliers and sew-on snap fasteners: attachment, tools, strength, visibility, fabrics and series production.
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Rivets for Bags and Leather – Double-Cap Rivets and Attachment
How to choose rivets for bags, belts and leather: double-cap rivets, post length relative to thickness, holes, finishes and fitting handles and straps.
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Brass Buckles – Solid Brass or Brass-Tone Finish
What brass buckles are, how solid brass differs from zinc alloy with a brass finish, how a patina develops and how to care for them.
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Cord Stoppers for Backpacks, Bags and Outdoor Gear
How to choose cord stoppers for backpacks, bags, sacks, tents and covers – types, shock cord, attachment to the product and resistance to cold and sun.
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Metal Eyelets for Clothing – Hoodies, Trousers and Jackets
Metal eyelets for clothing – for drawcords on hoodies, trousers and jackets, decorative openings and corsets. Size, material, washing and coordination with other metal accessories.
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Metal Logo Plates for Hats: Caps, Beanies and Brimmed Hats
How to choose and fit a metal logo plate on a peaked cap, a winter beanie or a brimmed hat – size, shape, attachment and combination with other labels.
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Custom Cord Stoppers with Logo – Relief, Engraving and Colour Matching
How cord stoppers with logo are made – marking methods, metal or plastic, file preparation, sampling, coordination with cord ends and price factors.
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Metal Buckles with Logo – Made to Your Design
How metal buckles with logo are made – branding methods, bespoke design and shape, materials and finishes, the process from design to series and price factors.
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Trouser Hooks and Bars Wholesale – How to Order for a Garment Factory
A practical guide to ordering trouser hooks and bars wholesale: type and size, material and finish, attachment, samples, quantities and what to include in your inquiry.
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Skirt Hook and Bar – Where It Goes and Which to Choose
Where the hook and bar goes on a skirt, how it works with an invisible zip, and which hook and bar suits waistband, straight, pleated and jersey skirts.
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Jacket Accessories – How to Choose Stoppers, Eyelets and Pulls
Which accessories a jacket, parka or anorak needs – cord stoppers, eyelets, cord ends, zip pullers and snap buttons – and how to choose them for the style.
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Trouser Hooks and Bars – Types and How to Choose
Types of trouser hooks and bars – sew-on, press-on, large-plate, double and adjustable – and which to choose for men's, women's, suit and workwear styles.
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Wholesale Sewing Accessories – How to Order from a Manufacturer
How factories and brands buy accessories wholesale: what information to prepare, how sampling works and which factors determine the price.
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Decorative Rivets for Clothing – Ideas, Finishes and Practical Tips
How to use decorative rivets on jackets, jeans, footwear and accessories – shapes, finishes, placement, backing and attachment without damaging the fabric.
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Automatic Belt Buckle – How It Works and When to Choose One
How an automatic belt buckle works – a toothed jaw or ratchet track mechanism, types, fitting, cutting the belt to size and when it is the better choice.
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Custom Logo Garment Accessories – Branded Metal Accessories Made to Order
Which accessories can carry your brand logo, which methods are used – embossing, engraving, enamel – and how to prepare your order.
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Trouser Hook and Bar or Waistband Button – A Comparison
Trouser hook and bar or waistband button? A comparison of appearance, strength, attachment and care, plus when it is best to use both together.
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Nickel-Free Garment Accessories – What "Nickel Free" Means
What nickel free means for metal accessories, which items fall under the REACH nickel restriction and how to choose safe rivets, eyelets and buttons.
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D-Rings – What They Are and Where They Are Used
The D-ring is the most widely used ring shape on bags, belts and backpacks. See how it works, which types exist and how to choose size and material.
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