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✔ Pencil (Graphite)
✔ Lip balm, soap, or candle wax
How to Fix It:
📌 1. Rub a pencil (graphite) on both sides of the zipper teeth.
📌 2. If still stuck, apply a bit of lip balm, soap, or candle wax along the zipper track.
📌 3. Gently move the zipper up and down—it should glide smoothly!
💡 Graphite from the pencil acts as a natural lubricant to release the stuck zipper!
2. Fix a Misaligned Zipper (When It Won’t Close Properly) 🔄
✅ Realigns the zipper teeth in seconds
✅ Works on jackets, dresses, and backpacks
What You’ll Need:
✔ Pliers or tweezers
How to Fix It:
📌 1. Check the zipper slider (the metal piece that moves up and down).
📌 2. If it’s loose, use pliers to gently pinch it back into shape.
📌 3. Align the zipper teeth properly and slide it up—good as new!
💡 A loose zipper slider is the most common cause of misalignment—tightening it solves the issue!
3. Fix a Broken or Detached Zipper Slider 🛠️
✅ Reattaches a zipper slider in under 2 minutes
✅ No need to replace the entire zipper
What You’ll Need:
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