3 Easy Ways to Turn Straps Right Side Out in Sewing ( For Beginners)

 

In this post, I will show you how to use three different tools to turn straps right side out: a loop turner, a bobby pin, and a safety pin.

If you are new to sewing, you might wonder how to turn straps right side out after stitching them. This is a common challenge for many beginners, but don’t worry, there are some easy ways to do it. In this post, I will show you how to use three different tools to turn straps right side out: a loop turner, a bobby pin, and a safety pin.

 

What is a Loop Turner?

 

A loop turner is a long metal or plastic tool with a hook at one end and quite often a ring at the other. It is designed to help you turn narrow tubes of fabric right side out.

How to Use a Loop Turner to Turn Straps Right Side Out

Here are the steps to use a loop turner to turn straps right side out:

1. Stitch your strap as usual, leaving one end open and the other end closed.
2. Insert the hook end of the loop turner into the open end of the strap, pushing it all the way to the closed end.
3. Hook the closed end of the strap with the loop turner and pull it back through the tube, turning the strap right side out.
4. Remove the loop turner and press the strap flat.

 

What is a Bobby Pin ?

A bobby pin is a small metal clip that is used to hold hair in place. It has two prongs that are bent at the middle. You can use a bobby pin as a substitute for a loop turner if you don’t have one. However, be careful not to poke yourself with the sharp ends of the bobby pin.

 

How to Use a Bobby Pin to Turn Straps Right Side Out

Here are the steps to use a bobby pin to turn straps right side out:

1. Stitch your strap as usual, leaving one end open and the other end closed.
2. Open the bobby pin slightly and insert one prong into the open end of the strap, pushing it all the way to the closed end.
3. Pinch the closed end of the strap with the bobby pin and pull it back through the tube, turning the strap right side out.
4. Remove the bobby pin and press the strap flat.

What is a Safety Pin?

A safety pin is a metal pin that has a spring mechanism and a clasp. It is used to fasten or secure fabric or clothing. You can also use a safety pin to turn straps right side out, but it might take longer than using a loop turner or a bobby pin.

How to Use a Safety Pin to Turn Straps Right Side Out

Here are the steps to use a safety pin to turn straps right side out:

1. Stitch your strap as usual, leaving one end open and the other end closed.
2. Attach a safety pin to the closed end of the strap, making sure it is securely fastened.
3. Insert the safety pin into the open end of the strap, pushing it along the inside of the tube.
4. Gather the fabric onto the safety pin while pulling the open end of the strap. Once enough fabric piles up, it will start to flip right side out.
5. Remove the safety pin and press the strap flat.

Turning straps right side out is an essential skill for sewing projects that involve straps, such as bags, dresses, or aprons. You can use different tools to turn straps right side out, depending on what you have available. A loop turner is the fastest and easiest way, but you can also use a bobby pin or a safety pin. I hope this post was helpful for you and you learned something new. Happy sewing!

 

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