Broken zipper hack

[AlexC94]

So, the little flappy handle on one of my Pleaser boots broke so I improvised with a small keyring.

Is this a good idea?

[Steve63130]

Looks like a great idea to me! Very well done as far as looks go. And if it functions appropriately, you have a great solution.

Steve

[Tacchi Alti]

I had to do the same with a brand new pair of boots. The zip was very stiff and the metal tab snapped off. It wasn't worth sending the boots back, especially as they fit well. I've put a small keyring like that on the zip.

[pebblesf]

Loving this solution, and those killer boots!

[LthrRam]

I have done this very hack before and it works great!

 

[hh4evr1]

I have done this before and it worked well.

[Cali]

Maybe change out the other side so they match.

Maybe even tie a leather strip thru the ring, would make it easier to pull.

Edited November 3, 2017 by Cali

[AlexC94]

Phew. Thought I wouldn't be able to get them on again.

Close call.

[alphax]

That'll work!  Looks classier than a paper clip too 

Zipper pulls come loose on luggage all the time.  You can buy replacements at a local fabric or fabric-y craft store, or of course on line.

 

[AlexC94]

Just put them on with the keyring zip hold. No problems.

 

Yay!

[Pumped]

I have used these before, worked great.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Zipper-Fixer-Repair-Pull-Tap-Replacement-Pants-Luggage-Boots-Skirts/128551218?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=2727&adid=22222222227054706095&wmlspartner=wmtlabs&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=155664107015&wl4=pla-265775168134&wl5=9020758&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=113548438&wl11=online&wl12=128551218&wl13=&veh=sem