You can use a wire hanger to restring a drawstring in pants. Here's how:
Restringing Pants with a Hanger:
While the provided reference doesn't explicitly detail how to start the process of attaching the drawstring to the hanger, it focuses on the feeding of the string through the pants. Here's a comprehensive approach, incorporating the reference:
Steps:
- Prepare the Hanger: Straighten out a wire hanger. Create a small hook or bend at one end. This will be used to "grab" the drawstring.
- Attach the Drawstring: Securely attach the end of the drawstring to the hook/bend you created on the hanger. You can fold the drawstring end over and use pliers to crimp the hanger wire tightly, or use tape to secure it if you don't have pliers. Ensure it's firmly attached so it doesn't detach during the process.
- Insert the Hanger: Insert the hanger (with the drawstring attached) into one of the drawstring openings in the pants.
- Feed the Hanger Through: Carefully feed the hanger through the waistband, working the drawstring along with it. As you feed, keep an eye on where you started (as mentioned in the reference) to make sure the end of the string doesn't go through or you'll have to start over.
- Continue Feeding: Continue feeding the hanger through the entire waistband until it emerges from the other opening.
- Remove the Hanger: Once the hanger is through, detach the drawstring from the hanger.
- Adjust the Drawstring: Adjust the drawstring so that the ends are even.
Following these steps and paying close attention to keeping the starting end from disappearing into the waistband will allow you to successfully restring your pants.
