Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Here's what you need to shorten a strap:
-needle
-thread
-seam ripper
-scissors
-pin or safety pin
-a helper is nice but not required :)!


Here's my playlist of upcycling and mending projects:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGpscQvUXJLj9kLpU3nAJbingbwnlO7q0&si=75f0X8-k3NBxJ07e

If you use this tutorial to fix your strap, tag me on Instagram! @no_trace_shop.

Shop for zero waste sewing patterns here:
NoTraceShop.com/shop

Links to the materials & supplies I used in the video*:
✨My pressing/ironing mat tidd.ly/3Vd3RtH
✨My rotary cutter (same brand): tidd.ly/3EZ7HQq
✨My self-healing mat: tidd.ly/3VKgs7Y
✨Beginner sewing kit: tidd.ly/3UtxK8o
✨Organic cotton fabrics like the ones I use: tidd.ly/3VkJRWx
✨Sustainable cord/twine/rope: tidd.ly/3UmEaGf
✨Where I get my organic cotton No Trace tags: tidd.ly/3Ffa9DL
✨Organic cotton thread, elastic & more sustainable notions: tidd.ly/3VKAz5H

These are affiliate links, which means if you purchase this I'll receive a small commission.

If you’d rather shop on Amazon, check out these links*:
✨Wool ironing mat: amzn.to/3VCML9a
✨Rotary cutter: amzn.to/3FrCjdV
✨Cutting mat: amzn.to/3VX9IDS
✨My sewing machine: amzn.to/3F5Y2HR
✨My favorite sewing machine for beginners: amzn.to/3VBN445
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