Tie socks or garters are traditional clothes that are usually worn by the bride during the wedding. In the past, sock ties were thin belts of cloth used to keep stockings and socks on and not sag and were worn by men and women in different eras. In some situations, sock ties are also used to hide anything, from firearms to alcoholic beverages, to avoid detection. Because stockings and socks are now paired in other ways, the use of sock ties is reduced, so that they are only used at weddings or homecoming parties, for costume wear, or for fun. If you want to make one, this is a very easy stitch work.
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Part 1 of 5: Choosing the Ribbon Material
Step 1. Choose the color and texture of the sock tie
This pattern uses a wide band of material, for easy installation of the sock tie. You will need to decide on a suitable color and texture from your ribbon.
- If you're using it for a wedding, it's best to use a satin or velvet ribbon, but any good ribbon will do.
- As for the color, it can be matched with the outfit, it can also be “something blue” for a wedding or it can be cream or bone white, which is suitable for use with any outfit. The “something blue” for tying socks is actually based on tradition, which began in the fourteenth century-the color blue symbolizes love, chastity and fidelity.
- For stage costumes, bright colors can be used, especially if you want to show the sock tie to the audience.
Part 2 of 5: Sewing the Sheath
Step 1. Place the ribbon pieces together
The back sides should be facing each other so that they will be on the inside of the sock tie, with the front side facing out.
Step 2. Merge the two ribbons together
Use a straight stitch and sew the edges. It's important that you sew it as close to the edge of the ribbon as possible. If you've sewn both sides, then you've made the scabbard.
Part 3 of 5: Adding Lace Edges
Step 1. Attach the lace on one side with a needle
Another way is to simply sew the lace with a straight stitch in the middle of the sock tie. This requires careful hand stitching to prevent you from sewing the holster and the rubber strap together
Step 2. Sew the lace in place
Use a zip stitch to keep the rubber strap in place.
Step 3. Repeat on the other side
You will now have both sides of the sock holster with lace edges.
Part 4 of 5: Inserting the Rubber Strap
Step 1. Insert the rubber cord with a drawstring
Pull the needle through the sheath and tie the end of the rubber cord in a small knot. This will loop the sock tie but don't sew the ribbon cover first. Your tape will now shrivel around the rubber band.
Step 2. Cut off the excess rubber cord
Step 3. Sew both ends of the ribbon by hand
Part 5 of 5: Decorating Socks
While this is optional, it can add a beautiful touch to your sock tie and help to hide your ribbon seams.
Step 1. Sew a 20 cm long ruffle stitch on one side of a piece of tulle
Step 2. Pull the thread
Hold firmly, to shrink the tulle material into a rosette shape. Sew the rosette to the sock tie at the joints of both ends of the ribbon, facing out.
Step 3. Make a ribbon knot from a piece of satin ribbon
Sew in the middle of the rosette.
Step 4. Done
Now tie your socks ready to wear.
Tips
- You can also use beautiful fabrics instead of ribbons; use the same size as recommended for the tape material.
- For feet that are larger or smaller than the standard adult foot size, measure before cutting rubber bands and cords and make changes as needed.
- For this type of outdoor use, sock ties can be made with a stronger, water-resistant fabric using the same technique and are suitable for use when holding down pants or rowing in water. Of course, don't use embellishments like lace or ribbons.
- If you prefer to use flowers instead of ribbon, buy or make a small rose or other flower out of fabric. Sew on the rosette instead of ribbon. (Ribbon roses are a wonderful decoration for a sock tie.)
- If you are wearing a sock tie for a wedding, the tradition is that the groom will untie the sock and throw it among the grooms; the first to catch it means to be married next!
