Choosing the right hardware can be confusing when you're starting out. Sometimes you want to have things on hand for when you just want to make a bag instead of having to order and wait for your order to arrive. For this I personally suggest the following as must haves:
- 25mm snaphooks
- 25mm slider
- 25mm D rings
- 25mm strap ends
- rivets
- magnetic snaps
- zipper pulls
- zipper tape
You will find this to be the most used items when starting out. Some bags may use 20mm (3/4 inch) or 38mm (1.5 inch) hardware but you will find 25mm (one inch) the most popular for bagmaking.
Once you have a few bags under your belt you can start adding some of the other gorgeous hardware pieces such as strap connectors (my favourite are the hero/sidekick), magnetic locks and triangle rings for example.
If you are just starting there are a few bag patterns I highly suggest.
The Teloujay by Country Cow Designs is aimed at beginners Country Cow Designs Teloujay 1 (Original) | Country Cow Designs
Noodlehead also do great patterns and this is such a great pattern Pepin Tote Pattern – Noodlehead Sewing Patterns
Pink Pony Designs Beginner Bag is also a great place to start Beginner Bag - PDF Sewing Pattern – Pink Pony Design
We are always available to help with any hardware questions. You can email us at admin@onlinebagsupplies.com.au or find all our gorgeous products at www.onlinebagsupplies.com.au.