KenmoreGal2

I do like buttons. I guess I leaned towards snaps because I like to make one project, finish it completely, then move on to the next one. I am using my avatar and it's a pain to hook up the buttonhole attachment. (It takes like 2 minutes really, but it seems like a pain.) If I made the bags assembly line style and did all the button holes at the same time that would work. It's just different from my normal way of working. I may do some that way.

KenmoreGal2

I ordered the Kamsnaps. They will be here Monday. I'm excited to try them. Thanks for all the advice.

cashs_mom

There are magnetic snaps that I use for tote bags. There's easy to put on and work really well.

KenmoreGal2

Thanks. I'll check them out. I've seen them in store bought bags but have not looked into installing them myself.

PaperPrincess

I have the Kam Snaps bench press. I put snaps on lots of stuff. You can get KAM snaps with long prongs for thick items or several layers of fabric. I use size 20 mostly. I've used 22s on a couple projects, but probably could have just used the 20s. It does take a bit of effort to install the snaps. I have the bench press, I think I would order the base for a hand press so you can really bear down when installing

KenmoreGal2

I will keep that in mind Paper Princess in case I have difficulty with the hand press.

I checked out the company web site and they even have instructions to build your own base. How nice of them.

janjanq

I really like the magnetic snaps. They're easy to install and
work well. I think you can get decorative ones too.

Lyncat

Check out Snapsource online. They have great snaps and snap setters.

EmiliasNana

I used Velcro to attach the straps around the front bar of my Mom's "purse style" bag, then a magnetic snap for closure. Since you are making in bulk, I would go with something cheaper for a closure, or not at all if they are just used for Kleenex and chap stick. My suggestion is to make them in a variety of readily recognizable colors or patterns. If you have ever spent much time in an assisted or nursing home, and there is a gathering of people or even in the dining room, it is like a parking lot of walkers! Mom always appreciated being able to locate hers by the bag ! No advice on the snaps but just looked at Kamsnaps site and it looks amazing.

KenmoreGal2

Thanks. That's a great idea and easy for me to do.