How to Fix the Side Pocket's Elastic on a Backpack
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crwdns2942287:0crwdne2942287:0If your backpack's side pocket has started to come undone, and the elastic is separating from the fabric, this easy-to-use guide will help you put the pocket back together again.
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Trim any excess thread and frayed edges from the fabric with your scissors.
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Stretch the elastic to match in length with the fabric.
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Tuck the fabric edge back into the elastic.
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Begin stitching the fabric and elastic together.
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Start about one centimeter before the tear begins.
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Continue stitching and remove pins when you sew past the part they're holding together.
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Stitch until you have passed the end of the tear by about a centimeter.
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End the stitch by tying a small knot close to where the thread passes through the fabric.
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Cut the thread just above the knot so there is little excess.
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Clean your work space and put away the tools
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Congratulations, you're done!
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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