Unravelling Belt Loop

[MacIsaac]

Hello,

One of the beltloops on my tank is beginning to unravel on the inside of the loop. Nothing major yet, but something I would like to stop now before if becomes major!

Short of taking the loop off and rebuilding it, is there anything I can do to stop it?

What about using something like fray stop, or some other fabric glue? I don't have any real experience sewing and I have not been able to find any kilt repairers local to me.

Thanks!
Alex

[sydnie7]

Few minutes with needle and thread should be all that's needed. Will you be at the Costa Mesa Games this month, or Vista Games in June? I reckon you could find somebody at CM to do the repair, or if it can wait 'til Vista I will gladly stitch it up for you. We'll be at the Clan Donnachaidh Saturday for sure!

If you don't want to wait, any cleaners that advertises tailoring/alterations should also be able to handle it. I don't think it is a good place to try to use fray check.

[MacIsaac]

Thanks for the quick response! My mother in law is going to be in town this weekend and she is a very accomplished seamstress, so I am thinking she should be able to help out if it isn't a specialized repair.

Is there any trick or specific stitch I should ask for?

Thanks again!
Alex

[sydnie7]

Hard to say how the original maker constructed the loop. If she's handy with a needle, she should be able to look at it and figure out the best way to catch up the loose edge/end, stabilize it, and prevent further undoing. That's the best I can offer without seeing it myself.

Repaired or not, hope to see you at the local Games this season!

[MacIsaac]

Thanks! It's tough to get a picture of it, but I think my MIL should be able to tackle it.

Hope to see you at the games!

[piperdbh]

Is the fabric that the loop is made from coming unwoven, or is the belt loop coming unattached from the kilt?

[MacIsaac]

The fabric is just beginning to become unwoven.

[MacMillans son]

Two words...."Duct tape"

They now make it in colors to match most tartans