Instructions on how to repair the handles of the bag with your own hands

The bag is a practical and beautiful accessory that facilitates a person's daily activities. A well-chosen bag will allow you to carry a lot of useful things, while emphasizing the sense of style of its owner. Bags, like any other item, are subject to wear and tear. Handles are especially affected by constant contact with the hands of the owner. Let's find out how to quickly repair the handles of a bag at home and what is needed for this.

What you need to work

To repair a faulty accessory, you will need to prepare the following things:

• a skein of durable yarn, dyed to match the color of the fabric;
• a piece of leather, the length of which should exceed the size of the handles by 15 centimeters, and the width should be 2 times greater;
• 4 metal rings whose diameter varies from 2 to 3 centimeters;
• a piece of tarpaulin;
• special tape for leatherwork.

To note! The amount of additional materials and instruments may vary depending on the chosen restoration method.

Basic do-it-yourself repair methods

Bags were invented in antiquity, although the shape we are used to was not acquired until the 19th century.Over such a period of time, many ways have been invented to restore the damaged thing, without spending excessive effort.

Among the basic methods that are easy to implement in everyday life, there are:

• restoration of scratches and creases;
• total or partial replacement of handles;
• the use of more durable third-party materials.

Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, which should be considered separately.

Pleats and creases

Creases and creases appear on the surface of the handles, detracting from the appearance of your favorite accessory. Many bag owners have no idea how to combat this scourge without harming their own wallets. In fact, the actions algorithm is simple, and there is no problem to repair the item:

• we take any strip of fabric that will be in harmony with the design of the bag;
• we carefully braid the handles with it, hiding the imperfections formed over time.

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The method is affordable and does not require serious financial investment from the owner. In most cases, all the necessary materials are at hand, and the biggest problem is choosing the right pattern.

Replacement

Unfortunately, it is not always possible to simply restore damaged parts by disguising them with a simple piece of fabric. In this case, a complete replacement of the handle is necessary, which is no longer so easy to implement. However, do not despair, because even here there are cheap and convenient options, the implementation of which will be within the reach of many of you.

Just choose one of the following methods:

• use the abdominal belt as the basis for future grips;
• manufacture of blankets;
• new metal chain or leather handles;
• the use of a silk scarf;
• manufacture of handles from old beads.

Use belts

Using a lap belt instead of frayed handles is an excellent and original way out. Benefits:

• the belt is already carefully sewn at the factory. You don't have to do it yourself, especially if you don't have enough skills;
• it takes very little time to upgrade a finished belt. This option will not distract from important matters, relieving already difficult everyday life;

Among the disadvantages can be noted high costs, since a ready-made belt is more expensive than unprocessed pieces of fabric.

Sequencing:

• cut off old handles;
• carefully sew the new belts, having cut off the plate from them and trimmed the ends.

Case

If you want strong handles and are good at sewing, try making a case out of any fabric you like to wear over worn parts. This will bring you a double advantage:

• old handles will give the product increased strength;
• the case will refresh the look of the accessory.

This method is not suitable for all owners, as they will need to:

• the ability to work with a sewing machine;
• availability of free time, since the chosen option cannot be concocted.

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Leather handles and chains

The boring, frayed handles of your favorite bag can be replaced with leather and metal inserts. Advantages of the method:

• metal links look great with most textiles;
• the strength of such elements is almost eternal.You'll tire of the old design faster than the metal chain will break or lose its attractive appearance.

Defaults:

• you will have to pay seriously, because beautiful, durable chains, suitable for restoring your favorite thing, cost decent money;
• the attachment points will have to be seriously modernized, since it will not be enough to sew the end of the chain to the fabric. To do this, you will need great skill in cutting and sewing.

The algorithm of actions is as follows:

• we cut off the old parts of the accessory;
• in the attachment points we cut neat holes of such a size that special metal rings fit into them;
• as soon as the rings are securely sewn to the bag, we thread a link of the chain through them.

To note! To prevent the bag from pressing on the shoulder, it is recommended to make a leather insert in the middle of the chain.

This will evenly distribute the pressure and make things look interesting and unusual.

Beads instead of a handle

Many fashionistas have a large number of beads, which often lie idle. They can be added to professional use by upgrading to exotic bag handles. The principle of the method is similar to using strings, but has its own nuances:

• you need to choose strong beads, the cord of which will not break under strong stress;
• do not use expensive balls, as they are more sensitive to physical shock than metal.

When choosing this method, the main thing is not to rush, otherwise all the work will quickly be lost.

silk scarf

A scarf will help you quickly restore your favorite bag. It can be threaded into old fasteners from torn handles or to hide ugly damage that spoils the overall impression of the thing.This method is not suitable for permanent use and is used more as a force majeure option in an emergency.

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Additional tips and tricks

Consider the following nuances during the restore process:

• the leather parts must be thoroughly rinsed with water and then dried thoroughly. Thus, you get rid of dirt and dust, which will interfere with the work or corrode the material during further operation;
• frayed leather handles can be treated with glycerine. It will restore their former radiance and freshness;
• for the restoration of white and red leather, it is permissible to use special paint. Such repairs will be cosmetic in nature, but with its help it is easy to hide minor material defects.