Fix a Seam (or whatever) without a Needle Using Liquid Stitch

Made by Prym Consumer USA Inc. www.dritz.com
Available at most chain stores (like Wal-Mart), Liquid Stitch has the lure of being able to “stitch” something without needle and thread (hems, trims, crafts,etc.). I know how to sew and have a sewing machine, but getting the machine out and setting it up is a chore. Some people have a hard time threading a needle ( I don’t, yet). Regardless, this product comes in handy.



It is machine washable & dryer safe (non-toxic and non-flammable). Dry cleaning not recommended.
Using Liquid Stitch is easy, just like any other glue. However, It doesn’t spread very well with your finger (or an object) from the initial area you apply it too. It does ooze when you fold material over and press together (as if you were doing a hem). Kids could master this product and be able use without major supervision (after you teach them how to use it!)
The tube says to do a “test spot” before using. This is important, on some materials you can see where is, either from discoloring (or dark spot) or it may not work. When that happens you end up with a mess. That is unless you realize that it is not going to work in time to wash it off. I found out that this does not work on lace or lace-like material (curtains) at all.
The 1 1/4 Fl. oz tube is a good size. You can get many projects done with one tube (of course that depends on the projects). Knowing how much to use for what types of fabric is something you learn as you go. A rule of thumb would be, for thin materials apply lightly and go heavier for heavier materials.
The caps have a tendency to crack when you tighten them to tight (usually when the tube has been open for a while). The nozzle can become clogged as well, to fix that just use a pin to clear the nozzle.
As for it being “Permanent”, it may stay on the fabric permanently but it does not hold permanently.
It lasts for a while (six months or so, depending on how often you wear and wash). Though when it does bust, you can just reapply and deal with it in another six months.
I would recommend having a tube of Liquid Stitch in the house ( I have carried it in my purse and every time I have used it), if not Liquid Stitch some other needles-sewing product.