How to Fix a Broken Strap on a Strapback Hat

Written By: Sarah Sy
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How to Fix a Broken Strap on a Strapback Hat

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

10

Time Required

15 minutes

Introduction

This instruction guide is your one-stop solution for fixing a broken strap on a strapback hat. Once the strap is broken, it can be very discouraging as the hat is completely unusable. However, there is no need to throw it out and contribute to growing textile waste. This instruction guide will lead you through eleven simple steps to bring your strapback hat back to life.

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    • Measure the thread.

    • We recommend an arms-length amount of thread to ensure its enough to complete the fix without needing more thread.

    • Cut the thread at desired length.

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    • Thread the needle.

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    • Pull the thread through the needle until both ends of the thread meet.

    • Tie a knot at the end of the thread.

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    • Position the strap to where it was originally located on the hat.

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    • Ensure that the strap doesn't move by using a binder clip to hold it in place.

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    • Starting on the inside of the hat, poke the needle through the cap and loose strap.

    • Pull the needle through the fabric and out the other end.

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    • Move the needle a few millimeters to the left and poke the needle through the front of the hat.

    • Pull the needle out on the other end.

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    • Repeat steps 6 and 7 until the strap is fully sewn onto the hat.

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    • Tie a knot as close to the base of the hat as possible and cut the thread.

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    • Your hat is fixed and ready to wear!

Conclusion

Congratulations! With some simple hand sewing, you were able to fix the broken strap on your hat.

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Sarah Sy

Member since: 02/02/23

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