We have one of those pop-up shelters, and the bag it came in is pretty good, but the zipper sucks.
I’d like to replace the method of closure, with little to no sewing, so I can keep using this bag. I *don’t* want to replace or fix the zipper as that’s just going to either be too involved or keep breaking.
I was hoping do do maybe a series of buckles, or grommets, or something like that? But again, would like to avoid having to sew anything. Maybe I could rivet in some webbing with buckles attached? I’m pretty sure I have a bag full of plastic spare (or maybe, repair?) buckles from my Larping days.
Pulled out some larger grommets I have but started to get concerned that they were TOO big and that poking holes in the bag would just lead to fraying and more damage.
Any other ideas? I know we have some amateur, and maybe even pro, stitch bitches here that have to know of something I don’t…
Pic of separated zipper, in case it helps. Again, NOT looking to fix or replace the zipper. Done with zippers. Not a good fit for beach gear.