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Briefcase Strap Holder Replacement

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Briefcase Strap Holder Replacement

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This guide shows how to repair the strap holder of a briefcase. It is designed to fix loose or damaged bag strap holders, as well as any bag with a strap holder.

This guide provides a quick and safe way to repair or strengthen the straps of your briefcase. It is an easy-to-install design and a fast-fastening strap holder to ensure durability and stability, extending the life of your briefcase. Whether you're dealing with a broken buckle, worn bag straps, or need to strengthen an existing bag strap, this guide offers seamless repairs without expensive repairs or replacements.

This guide uses a sewing machine and hot glue; if you have sewing skills, it is perfect for you.

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    1. Briefcase Strap Holder Replacement, Strap Holder: step 1, image 1 of 1

      • Cut the whole old strap holder from the bag.

      • If the strap holder breaks in other parts, cut it all out.

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      • Draw a longer shape of the strap holder with a pencil on another piece of fabric.

      • Both extensions should be the same length, at least 1/4 to 1/2inch long.

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      • Cut the piece of fabric.

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      • Add glue in the center of the new piece of fabric.

      • Glue the strap holder on in the center and leave the same length on both sides.

      • You can also use a glue gun.

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      • Use a sewing machine to sew the strap holder with the glued piece of fabric in the center.

      • If you have good sewing skills, you can sew on both sides.

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      • Place the metal strap holder between the leather strap holder and fold it.

      • Use the sewing machine to sew the tips of the fabric that was glued on the leather strap holder.

      • If your metal strap holder is openable, sew without the metal strap holder.

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      • Add more glue between the fabric and the leather strap holder to strengthen it and hold it while it dries.

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      • Trim the area where the strap holder is placed.

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      • Add glue with a glue gun to the area where the strap holder is placed.

      • Place the strap holder in the strap holder area of the bag and hold it while it dries.

      • It is recommended to sew the strap holder fabric to the area where it will be placed.

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Hao Yi Michelle Lu

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