For a girl, boots perform not only a protective, but also a decorative function. They will protect the legs from cold, snow and rain, complement and emphasize any ensemble of attire. With the situation when the boots were a little small in the boot, every fashionista can face. In this situation, you can solve the problem yourself.
In what cases is it necessary to cut the gum
Modern manufacturers when sewing boots use the same parameters for the volume of the shaft. When choosing, you may encounter a problem when the boot is small in the lower leg, and the zipper does not fasten completely. There is a different situation: it turns out to fasten the lock completely, but in this case, the boots strongly compress the area of the shaft. This can lead to serious health complications, and this kind of legs will not be particularly attractive.
Therefore, the choice of shoes should be approached very carefully. You can contact a specialized studio, professionals in which sew shoes according to individual parameters. However, this method will be significantly different from buying shoes in a familiar store by price policy.
In the case of a small volume of the lower leg of the boots, the problem can be solved in several ways: independently stretch the region of the leg on the boots using home methods or cut the gum. The first option is not the most practical, since faux leather products after such procedures can be damaged. Therefore, cutting gum in the area of the shaft will be the most effective and efficient way.
Important! Please note that such a solution will help only in that situation if the lock does not fasten literally a few centimeters or the slider fastens completely, but the product squeezes the leg. If the lock stops still in the middle of the zipper, you should refuse to buy and look for a better option.
Recommendations for cutting gum on boots
A few additional tips will help you correctly, accurately and correctly conduct the process:
- The cutting process should be carried out from the wrong side. In most cases, this is enough to ensure that the bootleg area becomes the required volume;
- Experts recommend cutting the material in the middle without affecting the seam area. When cutting along the sides, the seams can begin to stick out. This will cause discomfort when using the pair. Damage to tights or leads on trousers is also possible;
- At the beginning of the work, show particular interest in the location of the gum. Many manufacturers place it under the main lining, which will complicate the process. In this case, it is better to turn to professionals in a shoe atelier;
- If the boots are designed for use in the fall-spring season, on most models the lining is sewn from fabric material (for example, fleece). After the end of the process, the material can be hemmed.
Reference! When buying shoes, pay special attention to the quality of the elastic band located in the boots. It should be distinguished by high density and elasticity. Otherwise, low-quality material will quickly spread, which will lead to unforeseen cash costs: repair of an old pair or purchase of new shoes.
How to cut gum on boots correctly on your own
First of all, it is necessary to prepare all the materials and tools for a comfortable process.
Training:
- boots;
- nail scissors;
- blade (in case you have to rip the inner lining);
- needle;
- threads to match the product.
Attention! The technological process is recommended in the afternoon (the best choice is in the evening). The muscles of the legs by this time were already sufficiently stretched and swollen.
The progress does not differ in high level of complexity. With the help of a blade, the lining is neatly opened in the area of the ribbon. The cutting process is best done with nail scissors. Using the tool, we cut the elastic in the center.
It is recommended to cut the ribbon, slightly not reaching the position of the bottom line. At the end, you need to wear boots with the usual products: tights, leggings or trousers (in the case when they are dressed in shoes). The castle itself should be buttoned and a little walk around the house in shoes. This is necessary in order to understand how the product sits on its leg after the procedure.
If one cut was not enough, you can make a few more, located next to the central one. The main thing is not to cut the gum close to the seam so that the protruding threads do not interfere with the use of products. At the end of the work, the lining fabric is sewn with small stitches. The boots are ready. After such actions, the gum will be weakened and will help to accurately transform the shoe when using it.
In the process, carefully monitor that only the gum is cut, and not the material of the products - leather or suede. In case of possible damage, boots are difficult to sew on their own. In some situations, specialists cannot cope with this problem, so you have to go buy new ones.
Stylish and comfortable shoes are one of the main accessories for every girl. Fashionable boots will warm your feet in cold weather and help to emphasize the individuality of its owner. In some situations, boots turn out to be small in the calf area; the lock does not fasten literally a couple of centimeters. A few simple recommendations will help any girl solve this problem.
