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Repair Kits
Rated 4.8 out of 5
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Repair Kits
Rated 4.8 out of 5
Regular price
$5.99
Sale price
$5.99
Regular price
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per
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Keep Calm And Repair Your Workwear
- Kits available for button or overall clasp repair
- Easy DIY repair with simple tools
- Comes wrapped in a fabric swatch for extra patching material
- Designed for durability and sustainability
Wear It. Work It. Fix It. Repeat.
Dovetail Workwear is built to last, but even the toughest gear needs a quick fix now and then. The Dovetail Workwear Repair Kits have everything you need to either replace buttons on work pants or fix clasps and slides on overalls—no sewing machine required.
Each kit includes durable replacement hardware as shown and comes wrapped in a reusable fabric swatch that doubles as a repair patch. Whether you're in the field, the shop, or on the job site, this DIY workwear repair kit keeps your gear going strong.
How to Replace A Button
Tools Needed:
- Fabric marker or pen
- Scissors
- Hammer
- Hard, flat surface
- Turn the item inside out and mark the button placement with a fabric marker. Double-check, as the button is permanent once riveted.
- Push the prong of the back piece through the marked spot from inside to outside. For thick workwear fabric, use scissors to create a small hole.
- Turn the item right side out, keeping track of the prong’s location.
- Align the front button piece over the prong so it passes through the center hole.
- Place the setup on a hard, flat surface with the button facing up.
- Position the setting tool in the button’s top indentation.Strike 2–3 times with a hammer to secure.
- Remove the tool and gently tug the button to ensure it's firmly attached.
How to Replace Freshley Overalls Clasp and Slide
Tools Needed:
- Seam ripper
- Needle & thread
- Use a seam ripper to remove the single stitch securing the clasp. Work carefully to avoid fabric damage. Remove loose threads.
- Slide off the old hardware. For the slide, pull it off the strap’s end. For the clasp, unfold the strap from the hardware.
- Thread the strap end through the back of the new slide, ensuring the flat side faces outward.
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Thread the strap through the new clasp.
- Insert from behind the center bar
- Pull over the top bar
- Pass back under the center bar (the clasp's teeth should face downward)
- Thread the strap end back through the slide from bottom to top. Adjust for desired loop length.
- The strap will function without stitching, but sewing prevents slipping. Fold the end under ½ inch, sew a straight line over the original stitch, and backstitch both ends to secure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the Dovetail Workwear Repair Kit?
Each repair kit includes durable replacement hardware (either buttons or overall clasps and slides, depending on which kit you choose) and comes wrapped in a reusable fabric swatch that doubles as a repair patch. Everything you need for quick DIY workwear repair.
Do I need a sewing machine to use the Repair Kit?
No. The button repair kit requires no sewing at all, just basic tools like a hammer and scissors. The overall clasp repair requires minimal hand sewing with a needle and thread, but no sewing machine is necessary.
What tools do I need for button replacement?
You'll need a fabric marker or pen, scissors, a hammer, and a hard, flat surface. The kit includes the setting tool and all replacement hardware. The process takes just a few minutes.
What tools do I need for overall clasp replacement?
You'll need a seam ripper, needle, and thread. The kit includes all replacement hardware. The repair involves removing old hardware, threading the new pieces, and securing with a simple straight stitch.
Which Repair Kit do I need for my Dovetail Workwear?
Choose the Hip Buttons kit if you need to replace buttons on work pants. Choose the overall clasp kit if you need to repair clasps and slides on Freshley Overalls or other overall styles. Check your specific garment to determine which hardware needs replacement.
Can I use the fabric swatch that comes with the kit?
Yes. Each kit comes wrapped in a reusable fabric swatch that's designed to double as repair patch material. You can use it to patch worn areas, reinforce stress points, or for other workwear repairs.
Are the replacement buttons permanent once installed?
Yes. The button hardware is riveted in place and becomes permanent once you hammer it down. That's why it's important to mark your button placement carefully and double-check before installing. Once riveted, the button is secure and durable.
Will the repaired hardware be as durable as the original?
Yes. The replacement hardware in Dovetail Workwear Repair Kits is designed for durability and sustainability. It's built to the same standards as the original hardware, ensuring your repaired workwear continues to perform on the job site.
Can I repair workwear from other brands with these kits?
The Repair Kits are designed specifically for Dovetail Workwear, but the button hardware can work on other workwear brands with similar construction. The overall clasp kit is designed specifically for Freshley Overalls and may not fit other brands' hardware configurations.
How long does a repair take?
Button replacement takes just a few minutes once you have your tools ready. Overall clasp replacement takes slightly longer due to the sewing step, but it's still a quick DIY repair that can be done in the field, shop, or on the job site.