How to Use Rivets in Bag Making

Adam and I will show you three options for using rivets in your bag making projects. Let us know in the comments what your favourite method is!
Timestamps:
00:00:40 - How to use a hand tool to set rivets
00:01:52 - How to use a hand press to set rivets
00:06:46 - How to use traditional copper rivets
Tools used (some links are affiliate links):
Using hand tools:
Hand setting rivet kit: amzn.to/3VejZ11
Using a hand press:
Double cap rivets: countrycowdesi...
Hand held hole punch: amzn.to/43fTsTl
Alternative hand held hole punch tool: amzn.to/48NWGOR
Example of a better hand press: tidd.ly/48Qh8P1
Using traditional copper rivets:
Traditional copper rivets: identityleathe...
Small anvil: amzn.to/3TyJatW
Metal hammer: identityleathe...
Rivet setting dies: amzn.to/4adglJn

[@hazelthorne8397]

Thanks! I like both types of rivets, I think it depends on the finish you’re after. The copper traditional rivets look amazing on the leather tote..just adds that something special

[@CountryCowDesigns]

I agree!

[@deenel8700]

I was always wondering how they work. Very versatile. Thank you for the HQ video and explanation.

[@CountryCowDesigns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@CraftyLoops]

Fantastic video you 2. Thank you so much. I have to say, because I have the old hammer and rivets and not the press, I have been installing Chicago screws instead, lol. A good deal more expensive but worth it with the less hassle they provide in installing. Particularly when I install a wonky rivet with my hammer and then have to pry it out somehow without damaging the bag, teehee. I'd love to buy the proper press and dies but it's quite an expensive piece of kit. Particularly if you want multiple different dies. Thank you so much for sharing. I love those copper rivets. Lee x

[@klynndubois6200]

I have a hand press with various dies, but I’m glad he showed his favorite 😍 maybe I’ll try that one day!🎉

[@cyn4rest]

I have a table press. Love the copper rivets. Look amazing on the leather!

[@janevivash3207]

Brilliant video. Thanks for the clear demonstrations. i don't make enough bags to warrant a press, so I stick with the hammer method, but every time I see a press demonstrated I lean more towards investing in one 😄

[@CountryCowDesigns]

It’s definitely one of the more expensive tools we bag makers can have. 😉

[@user-mx5xg2xm4l]

Thank you. I just bought all of this. Great video

[@blod9uk]

Thank you very useful.Are the rivets only in copper?

[@CountryCowDesigns]

I’ve only tried copper but I have seen brass ones. They’re not as common though

[@jenpatterson8309]

Great tutorial ❤