Kiddo you're adorable! I learn something from every video you make, so keep up the great work and keep making those tutorials. Thank you so very much!!

@fiercekittenz

4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to hear that :) Thank you!!!

@turnercorey2839

2 жыл бұрын

Instablaster...

Thank you for this video! I have watched a couple of others and this is the best one I have seen.

For anyone concerned about the security of rivets - I have never had one pop open; however, if you aren't 100% confident in your "beating the crap out of it" application, you can put a TINY dot of super glue on the prong. I just hesitate to mention this as an option, because I don't want people to mess up and have rivets stuck to their fingers. ;) Also, a fine alternative to rivets are chicago screws. You do need to use super glue with those though as they can gradually loosen up over time and use of the bag.

Wow thank you so much for all these tips ❤

i started working with leather about a yr ago and would like to incorporate fabric in my projects. i luv luv rivets. ty for sharing

Thank you for this tutorial on the rivets. This will be my first time in installing the rivets on a bag and I think I can do this! Thanks a bunch!

Great video. Thank you for this. Also thank you for working with St. Jude. My daughter was 2 when she was diagnosed with Leukemia, we didnt ho through them but we have several friends who do and they are such a blessing.

@fiercekittenz

Жыл бұрын

Always!

love your videos they are so detailed and informative

@fiercekittenz

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

I just found your channel because I'm making another bag that needs rivets. Your "convention raider" bag pattern and your switch case are two patterns I've been looking for FOREVER. I keep searching for a "hip bag" but never found yours. Just bought both! You're a gem to all nerds who grew up watching Threadbanger and glomping at conventions, and you inspire me to cosplay again. Subbed, and I'm looking forward to learning so much from you you beautiful angel

Thanks for the video. I just got a set and wasn't sure how to use it.

Love it. Thanks!

Not only is the press easier, but it's also a lot more quite too. The family doesn't get irritated listening to me beat the crap out of rivets anymore. lol

@jordanwhite1420

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, & you avoid the wear & tear on the hand/arm/shoulder :)

Thank you! Thank you!!!

Thanks for sharing Atlanta Ga USA helpful 👀 next time i am a beginner making bags just bought a kit off of wish

I just finished two bags using rivets. Thank you for the encouragement. (Of course I missed buying a part I needed for my press so 2 weeks I had to wait) - finally accomplished.

@fiercekittenz

Жыл бұрын

I've had that happen before when I was making a wedding dress for my sister! :(

And, ya don't want hurt your prized industrial Juki! I adore my home use Juki

The way the world is going right now, beating the crap out of a rivet is very therapeutic at the moment.

@fiercekittenz

4 жыл бұрын

TRUTHS!

@MultiCaro2011

4 жыл бұрын

😂 true!

If the Only rivet(s) you have available when needed are too large, do you feel that the fabric/leather could be padded in some invisible way to enable the rivets to be used? Also, I got a rivet set that has a hole punch feature. The punch worked great, but then it's impossible to get the debris out of the punch! Suggestions?

Can I ask what size rivet you use for the 4 layers of leather?

I appreciate you sharing all your knowledge. I’m researching which press to purchase, which one do you use and recommend?

@LittleDotCom

Жыл бұрын

I’m researching right now. Did you buy a press? Do you like it?

That cat fabric though! 😍😂😽

You're good!!

Thank you. I am looking to make the necessary clutch wallet and I am worried about how my domestic machine will cope with the layers. I have seen a lot of people use rivets, like you, and I want to give them a try. I also Iike the idea that the kam press can install magnetic snaps too, which I think would be good for the NCW. I have heard of Chicago screws but someone said you need to secure them with glue, which gives me a bad headache. What advice do you have for me please? I would like to make NCW'S with faux leather and cotton canvas

@fiercekittenz

2 жыл бұрын

I'd just do the rivets. I don't use chicago screws for the same reason (also pretty sure I'd glue my fingers together in the process). If you want to make them with Faux Leather and Canvas, I'd suggest skipping the stabilizer (Peltex/Decovil) stuff down the middle. The cards will make the wallet very firm. You don't need the stabilizer at all in that case. I actually JUST made a mini one without it and it looked GREAT. I used Waterproof Canvas for the card slots though. If you aren't using waterproof canvas, definitely use DecorBond for the pockets so they stay nice and firm.

The yellow bags in the background - what pattern are they made from?

hi! newbie here! glad I found your channel! I hope you can do a video on how to have a clean finish on Vinyl straps. that's just a huge headache for me :)

@fiercekittenz

3 жыл бұрын

My secret for that is to just put a 1" belt tip on the end. I get belt tips from Country Brook Design!

@avakarelle3269

3 жыл бұрын

@@fiercekittenz thank you!

please help :) what is the post and the little round silver thing called, these tools you actually use to put rivets together, i cant find them because i dont know what there called, or bettr yet a link to them please

if i don't have a mallet can i use a regular hammer

have you ever used magnetic rivets which are sold by KAM snap company. Would you do a tutorial on that

@fiercekittenz

4 жыл бұрын

No, I have not used those, sadly.

I went looking for this video because I saw your tag in an Alibaba listing (it's the rainbow one). I wanted to know if you liked working with that seller. Thanks for sharing.

@fiercekittenz

4 ай бұрын

Absolutely! I have used them for a lot of other items as well. They’re awesome!

"Beat the crap out of it, but not as much as an ex-husband." is the best description I've heard in my life, so far!

@Sailuchittij

3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣

how do you get a clean hole in thicker layers of fabric?

@fiercekittenz

5 ай бұрын

I hit it from both ends. So I'll pop the hole up top, then another from the bottom. Usually that's enough.

Your link for the tandy mallet comes up with page not found.

@fiercekittenz

3 жыл бұрын

OH, sorry... here's an Amazon (NOT affiliate) link: www.amazon.com/Tandy-Leather-Poly-Head-Mallet-3301-03/dp/B001945K74/ref=sr_1_4?crid=QKWZE518OBSJ&dchild=1&keywords=tandy+mallet&qid=1601558856&sprefix=tandy+mal%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-4

@susiewilson3943

3 жыл бұрын

@@fiercekittenz thanks!

Where do you get your rivet press and attachments

@fiercekittenz

3 жыл бұрын

Gold Star Tool, though I hear Kam Snaps has a similar system!

what size are the smaller rivets? I am using way too long of stems and they are slanting like you showed. The ones you have linked look long.

@fiercekittenz

3 жыл бұрын

Mine are from Tandy Leather. I typically use the mediums. The smaller ones are their small and I THINK they're 6mm. Medium is 9mm.

How can you put interfacing on vynil

@fiercekittenz

3 жыл бұрын

Low heat and in smaller time segments. Don't press for too long, let the vinyl recover and cool off, then apply heat again.

@emmanuelgheusneaud9530

3 жыл бұрын

@@fiercekittenz thank you

Where do you sell your bags?

@fiercekittenz

3 жыл бұрын

I sell them on shop.fiercekitten.com but nothing is really stocked right now. I'm building up a pretty big stock so I can publish it all for the holidays starting mid-October.

i love you! you so funny but great on the vital info on rivets. i design canvas tote bags and accessories and i want to step up my bag making game by working with rivets! this is a wonderful video and so informative. i put you in my favorites listing and i am shopping on Amazon for the hole press and rivet sets right now! thanks a bunch! (now where is that mallet? i feel like popping my ex upside the head! if i can find him! lol! NOT!)