Sewing Supplies Blog / Grommets, Snaps & Tools

Grommets, or eyelets, are an essential part of many types of sewing machine projects. Grommets are two small circular pieces of metal or hard plastic that rivet to one another, creating a security hole through which rope, shoelaces, or other ties can be placed.

Grommets are the small rings around holes you see in fabric and textiles. In this comprehensive guide, discover different ways to use grommets for fabric and how to choose and install the right grommets for your project.

Grommets in clothing have been making fashion statements for the past few decades, and there is no limit to the number of ways you can use them in your DIY clothing projects. Discover how to incorporate grommets into your wardrobe with this comprehensive guide to grommets and fashion.

Sewing notions like grommets, eyelets, and snaps have become staples in the industry, and with advancements in tools like grommet press machines, anyone can install them with precision and speed. Whether you’re a home sewist or a commercial manufacturer, you have a world of technology at your feet to create professional-looking tailored items using grommets.

You'll take on more specialized projects as a more advanced sewing professional. One of the factors that can make a sewing project more complex is the addition of hardware, which sewing professionals apply to their projects for various reasons.

Many types of sewing projects feature metalware. Sometimes, you’ll add a zipper or metal catch on a garment for aesthetic reasons. Other times, metalware will be added mostly for functionality’s sake.

As you become a more advanced sewist, you may want to elevate your creations with more impressive features. And some sewing projects need specific materials added in order to be useful for their intended purpose.

Grommets can also come in handy on clothing items as an alternative type of clasp, especially for sweatshirts and jackets with a drawstring component. Learn how to add them here!

How can you install grommets now that you’ve chosen to use them on your next project? Learn more here!

Grommets can be tricky, but they don’t have to be! Learn how to find the right grommet tools for your project with GoldStar Tool…

Struggling to get grommets on your fabric seamlessly? Check out this tutorial on how to use an eyelet punch to put grommets on your curtain easily...

Grommets and eyelets are common materials used in all types of sewing projects, but do you know what the difference is? If you are new to sewing, you may think they are the same thing, and that is ok. Discover the difference, and when you should use each one. 

Adding pearls and studs to fabric is an easy way to decorate your project, whether you are making a jacket, handbag, or a pair of shoes. With the Pearl and Stud Press, it is now easier than ever!

It's a huge question in the crafting community, and many who are new to sewing tend to choose whatever grommet they feel like rather than the "right" grommet. So, real quick, where do Grommets come into play?