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Suggestions? Invisible closures for vest I think velcro is going to yank it all out of shape eventually.
jadamo00 Advanced NY USA Member since 3/13/06 Posts: 1235	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 7/22/12 9:14 PM I’m using Simplicity 5376 As the vest for my Stella McCartney Raincoat Ripoff THE QUESTION The vest calls for velco closures (as you can see in the pattern pic). But I’m making it out of buffalo plaid wool and I’m afraid the constant yanking of Velcro will pull the loose weave out of shape. What do you suggest for an “invisible” closure for the vest: large hooks and eyes are what I’m thinking. Any and all suggestions, expertise and wisdom are welcome! j.
Miss Fairchild   Advanced USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 6999	Login to reply to this post In reply to jadamo00 << Like this post Date: 7/22/12 9:22 PM Hooks and eyes was what I was thinking too. Maybe even some handsewn snaps? ------ "We don't impose our rhythm on Nature. The key is to respect and live within Her." Jean-Charles Boisset, Winemaker "And no, now that you asked, I didn't enjoy that play one bit, and I'd like a refund" Signed, Mrs. Lincoln My Etsy shop: auntmaymesattic My blog: auntmaymesattic.wordpress.com Avatar: First place award for jacket at county fair
CRUST Intermediate Member since 3/21/12 Posts: 87	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 7/22/12 9:58 PM Reversed buttons, fly front, the aforementioned hook and eye, uh, magnets?
jadamo00 Advanced NY USA Member since 3/13/06 Posts: 1235	Login to reply to this post In reply to CRUST << Like this post Date: 7/22/12 10:04 PM Too late for fly front. j
stirwatersblue Intermediate KS USA Member since 12/13/08 Posts: 2473	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 7/22/12 10:37 PM Hooks and eyes! I have them on a couple RTW jackets that I just love. Remember when you sew yours on to alternate them as you go down (hook/eye/hook/eye). Don't sew all the hooks on one side and the eyes on the other like buttons and buttonholes. This will keep them from popping open as you wear it! ------ ~Gem in the prairie
jadamo00 Advanced NY USA Member since 3/13/06 Posts: 1235	Login to reply to this post In reply to stirwatersblue << Like this post Date: 7/23/12 6:47 AM Quote: stirwatersblue Hooks and eyes! ... Remember when you sew yours on to alternate them as you go down (hook/eye/hook/eye). Don't sew all the hooks on one side and the eyes on the other like buttons and buttonholes. This will keep them from popping open as you wear it! Wow wow wow! Super tip! j.
jadamo00 Advanced NY USA Member since 3/13/06 Posts: 1235	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 7/23/12 6:48 AM Everyone (anyone)...where do I buy those big hooks and eyes used for cloth/fur coats? They're wrapped with thread or something. j.
nancy2001   Advanced AL USA Member since 12/3/05 Posts: 6117	Login to reply to this post In reply to jadamo00 << Like this post Date: 7/23/12 8:29 AM Hancock's and Joann's have them. ------ The essence of life is statistical improbability on a colossal scale. Richard Dawkins
gramma b Advanced USA Member since 7/25/08 Posts: 2272	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 7/23/12 9:11 AM I have seen various decorative snap-over type hooks on pricey RTW garments. There are Sites for a variety of fasteners not available in stores that some of you may know? This type vest also looks good with the little crossover tabs or grommet/lacings for variation.
jadamo00 Advanced NY USA Member since 3/13/06 Posts: 1235	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 7/23/12 10:12 AM Big hooks and eyes or Big snaps? j.

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