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by Lisha Vidler (This article was first published at Your Wardrobe Unlock’d.) Hooks and eyes are small metal devices that are often used to fasten garments. They are generally made of twisted wire and have two round loops on either side, with which to be sewn down.

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Image from Threads magazine, issue #117 Don't get me wrong, there's nothing inherently bad about a hook and eye. In fact, they can be quite useful little suckers. My problem is that I dread sewing them on. You'd think I was getting a root canal, the way I avoid them! I'm finishing up another dress based on this pattern that I draped (it's the exact same shape, but with an improved empire line, done in navy with white piping, if you're curious), and it will definitely have a hook and eye…

Attaching hooks & eyes by hand can be a messy job. Here's how to sew them to achieve both a professional and secure closure that will last!

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I saw this picture before Christmas, it shows different stages of hooks and eyes being made and is dated to 15th to 16th century. I have until now used modern black or silver hooks for my 16th cent…