How to Keep Fabric From Fraying Without Sewing and With Superglue
Some fabric consists of loosely woven threads that fray easily along the edge. A common method of eliminating fabric fray is to hem the raw fabric edges. Another method is to sew an overlocking stitch along the fabric edge to finish it. If you prefer no-sew options, keep fabric from fraying without sewing and with superglue instead. The bond of the glue will prevent the threads from fraying effectively.
Instructions
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Lay the newsprint or other paper over the work surface to protect it from the superglue.
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Place the fabric on a flat work surface and smooth it flat.
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Open the superglue by unscrewing the cap. Do not squeeze the tube as you remove the cap and point the tip of the tube away from your face.
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Squeeze one drop of superglue from the applicator tip and apply the drop along the edge of the fabric. Spread the superglue thinly to cover about 1 inch of fabric edge with one drop of glue. Make the glue very thin along the edge of the fabric to prevent fraying.
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Continue applying the glue along the fabric edge until you finish sealing the entire edge of fabric.
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Allow the superglue to set on the fabric without touching it for at least one minute. The glue should set to a transparent sealed edge within this time to prevent fraying along the fabric edge effectively.
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Tips & Warnings
If you need the fabric edge to remain flexible, superglue may not be the correct application to prevent fraying. Most superglue products dry hard and brittle. Consider using a seam sealant instead of superglue when you need a flexible fabric edge.
Use superglue in an area with adequate ventilation to prevent inhalation of the strong fumes.
Do not allow superglue to contact your skin.
If superglue contacts your skin, soak in nail polish remover containing acetone for several minutes until you can remove the glue.
If superglue contacts your eyes, flush water into your eyes for 15 minutes and get medical assistance.
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