How to set Eyelets

Setting Eyelets

Step 1
To set eyelets you need the following tools: hammer, an eyelet setter and a hole punch to match the size of your eyelet. If you're using the anywhere hole punch, you also need something to protect the surface of your desk. We like to use a self healing cutting mat.

Step 2
To start, make a hole using your anywhere hole punch. This punch has a round, hollow tip at one end that cuts a hole through the paper. Place this sharp edge of the punch where you want the hole to be and then give a tap with your hammer.

Step 3
Once you have made the hole, insert the eyelet through it so the nice rounded edge of the eyelet is on the front of your project.

Step 4
Turn your project over and place the eyelet setting tool against the straight end of the eyelet. Tap the end of the tool with a hammer. A few short taps (rather than one big smash) is recommended. Some like to finish setting the eyelet with the finishing tool. This step is not totally necessary but does give a smoother finish to the back of the eyelet. The tool has a concave end that you place over the backside of the set eyelet. You tap it with the hammer just like you did with the setting tool.

Here's the finished product. To see some creative uses for the eyelets, check out the "Impressive Ideas" section of the site.

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