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Practical guides on buttons, zips, elastics, ribbons and labels – materials, sizes, uses and custom branding. From the manufacturer Polkom.
Prong Snap Buttons – Models, Sizes and Uses
All prong snap button models (PR series) in one table – sizes in mm, logo options, suitable fabrics and how to choose long or standard prongs.
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Flat or Standard Eyelets – Differences, Sizes and When to Choose Each
A comparison of KP flat eyelets and KS standard eyelets – flange profile, sizes of matching numbers side by side and when each series is the better choice.
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Eyelet Numbers – Size Chart in mm and Uses
What lies behind eyelet numbers – a chart from No. 16 to No. 66 with outer diameter, inner hole and typical use, plus how to find an equivalent from a sample.
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Double-Sided Eyelets and Eyelets with an Inner Ring – Sizes and Uses
When you need a double-sided eyelet and when an eyelet with an inner ring – tables with all sizes from the KS series and a comparison of the four types in No. 5.
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Woven Size Labels – S, M, L and Numeric Sizes
Separate or combined size labels? How to choose fabric, folding and marking for letter, numeric and children’s sizes.
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Clothing Label Sizes: How to Choose the Right Size for Your Garments
Typical clothing label sizes for brand, size, care, and hang tags – and how size depends on logo, garment, and folding style.
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Cardboard Hang Tag Sizes: Standard Formats for Hang Tags
Discover the most common hang tag sizes, which format suits each garment, and key details like hole placement, edges, and barcode space.
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Hook and Bar Sizes – How to Choose According to the Belt
How to choose hook and bar sizes – which parameters to measure, how belt width and thickness determine the model, and how to request samples.
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Widths of Herringbone Tape – Application Guide Table
A table of herringbone tape widths – 10, 15, 20, 25 mm and wider – with recommended uses such as reinforcement, edging, ties, handles, and straps.
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Sizes of Faux Horn Buttons – Line and mm Chart
A chart of faux horn button sizes in lines and millimetres, with garment type recommendations and how to measure buttons and buttonholes accurately.
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Sizes of Cord Ends According to Cord Diameter
How to determine the internal diameter and length of cord ends according to the cord – correct measuring, size chart by product, and common sizing mistakes.
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Buckle Sizes for Belts According to Belt Width
A size chart for belt buckles 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 Neck Height Explained
How to measure eyelets – inner diameter, outer flange and neck height – and which size to choose for cords, laces, leather, curtains and tarpaulins.
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Sizes of Fabric-Covered Buttons – Chart in Ligne, mm and Fabric Circle
A chart of fabric-covered button sizes in ligne and millimetres, approximate fabric circle and recommendations on which size to choose for various garments and upholstery.
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Bone Buttons Sizes – Chart in Lines and Millimeters
Complete size chart for bone buttons – from small shirt buttons to large coat buttons – and how to select the right size for your design.
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Textile Ribbon Widths in mm – Table and Applications
A table of textile ribbon widths in millimetres and inches, showing typical widths for bows, bindings, ties, packaging, and decoration.
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Wire Hooks and Eyes Sizes – How to Choose the Right Hook for Your Fabric
How to select the hook and eye size based on fabric, placement, and stress – product table, sizing guide, and practical tips.
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YKK Invisible Zip – Chain Sizes and Lengths for Dresses, Skirts and Trousers
Which coil size and what length of YKK Conceal zip to choose for a dress, skirt, trousers and blouse – a chart and measuring rules.
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Woven Label Sizes – How to Choose Width and Length
How to determine the right woven label size – visible part, total length, folds, seam allowance, and typical dimensions by garment location.
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Organza Ribbon Widths – From 3 mm to 10 cm and When to Use Each
A table of organza ribbon widths from 3 mm to 10 cm, inch conversions, and a practical guide on which width suits bags, boxes, wedding decor, and clothing.
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Korozo Button Sizes – Line and Millimeter Chart
A chart of korozo button sizes in lines and millimeters, garment-specific recommendations, how to measure buttons properly, and why korozo has size limits.
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Metal Logo Plates Sizes for Clothing and Accessories
How to choose the width, height and thickness of a metal logo plate by product – a practical size guide with proportions and legibility tips.
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Sizes of Coconut Buttons – Ligne, Millimeters and Choosing by Garment
A table of coconut button sizes in lignes and millimeters with recommendations for shirts, dresses, cardigans and bags, plus how to match the buttonhole to the button.
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Button Sizes: Ligne (L) and Millimeters – Conversion Chart
What does 24L mean, how many millimeters is one ligne, and which button size to choose for shirts, jackets, coats or vests – with a handy conversion chart.
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Zip Sizes Explained: What Do Numbers 3, 5, 8 and 10 Mean?
What the zip size number means, how to measure it yourself, and which size suits dresses, trousers, jackets, backpacks, or luggage.
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YKK Metal Zip Sizes – No. 3, 4.5, 5, 8 and 10
What the number of a YKK metal zip means, how to measure it and which size suits jeans, trousers, jackets and bags – with a table.
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Mother-of-Pearl Buttons for Shirts – Sizes for Front, Collar and Cuff
Learn the sizes of mother-of-pearl buttons used for shirt fronts, collars, cuffs and pockets, how many buttons are needed, and how to choose profile and thickness.
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Sizes of Rings for Belts – How to Measure the Inner Width Correctly
How to measure a ring properly: inner width, diameter, depth, and wire thickness, plus a table of the most popular belt ring sizes.
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Snap Buttons Sizes – Table and How to Choose
A size table for snap buttons in millimetres and ligne, recommendations by product type, and how to match cap diameter with stem length.
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Sizes of Sew-On Snap Buttons – How to Choose the Right One
How to measure sew-on snap buttons, available sizes, fabric compatibility, load capacity, and which size fits each garment type.
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Rivet Sizes – Cap Diameter and Post Length Explained
How to determine rivet sizes – cap diameter, post length, and fabric thickness – and which sizes suit denim, workwear, and bags.
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Buttonhole Size – How to Calculate It Correctly
How to calculate buttonhole size relative to the button, when to choose an eyelet buttonhole, horizontal or vertical, and the right spacing between buttonholes.
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Large Wooden Buttons – Sizes and Uses
Large wooden buttons for coats, knitwear, bags and decor: a size table, tips on sewing them on, and how to choose the wood and finish.
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Elastic Waistband Width Guide – Table by Garment Type in mm
A practical table of elastic waistband widths in millimetres and inches, with tips on fabric, casing, and choosing the right width for production.
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Hook and Loop Tape Widths – From 5 mm to 10 cm and When to Use Each
The standard widths of hook and loop tape, when to choose narrow or wide, and how contact area and load direction determine the choice.
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YKK Vislon Zip Sizes – When to Use No. 3, 5, 8 or 10
Which YKK Vislon size fits which product: a guide with No. 3, 5, 8 and 10, how to measure moulded zips, and how size affects strength, weight and style.
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YKK Zip Sizes – What No. 3, 5, 8 and 10 Mean and How to Choose
The YKK zip number shows the width of the chain. A chart of sizes No. 3, 5, 8 and 10, how to measure them and which size to choose for which product.
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Leather Label Shapes and Sizes: How to Choose
A table of common leather label sizes by item and tips on choosing a shape: rectangular, oval, round or a custom outline.
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How to Measure Zip Length – Correctly, for Every Type
Where a zip is measured from and to, how to work out the length you need from the pattern, and the standard lengths for trousers, dresses and jackets.
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Spiral Zipper Sizes 3, 5, and 8 – Which Size for Which Product
What do spiral zipper sizes 3, 5, 8, and 10 mean, when to choose each, and how to measure an existing zipper size.
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Zipper Puller Sizes – Length, Width and Weight According to the Product
The puller should be proportional to the zipper and comfortable to grip. How to determine its length, width, thickness and weight.
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Embroidery Thread Weight: No. 30, 40 and 60 – When to Use Which
What numbers 30, 40 and 60 mean for embroidery threads, how they relate to Tex and denier, which needle to choose and when to change the density.
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Cord Thickness for Clothing – A Chart by Product and Eyelet Compatibility
Which cord thickness to choose for a hood, joggers, jacket, gym bag or backpack and how to match the cord to the inner diameter of the eyelet, buttonhole and stopper.
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Leather Thread Thickness: Tex, Numbers and mm – A Chart
A chart of leather thread thickness: Tex, V number, ticket and mm, matched to the product, the needle and the stitch length for machine and hand sewing.
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Invisible Zip Length – How to Choose and Shorten It
How an invisible zip is measured, what length you need for skirts, dresses and cushions (20 cm, 60 cm etc.) and how to shorten an invisible zip from the bottom with a bartack.
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Long Metal Zips – How to Measure and Shorten Them (60 cm, 90 cm and Longer)
How to measure a metal zip, which lengths are used for jeans, jackets and coats (60 cm, 90 cm and longer) and how to shorten a metal zip step by step.
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Horn Buttons Sizes – Ligne and Millimeter Chart by Garment Type
A size chart for horn buttons in ligne and millimeters, with garment-specific recommendations, thickness details, and how to measure and order correctly.
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Metal Zip Sizes – What No. 3, No. 5 and No. 8 Mean
What metal zip numbers mean, which size is used for which product and how to find out the size of a zip you already have.
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