Let's Talk About Rivet Presses!! All My Favorite Options (Kamsnaps) - And Should You Even Buy One?!

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------- The Press
------- DK93-KX Adapter
------- Double Cap Rivet Die - 10mm
------- 2.5mm Top Hole Punch Die

Happy Sewing!

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Here are your Time Stamps!
Intro - 0:00
Where To Buy: 1:09
Who Should Buy A Press - 2:46
Chicago Screws - 5:12
What To Buy - 8:48
Double Capped Rivet Dies - 14:47
Metal Snap Die - 17:24
Plastic Snap Die - 21:48
Magnetic Snap Die - 24:26
Key Fob Die - 28:15
Hand Press - 30:46
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[OklaRoots]

Here are your Time Stamps!

Where To Buy: 1:09
Who Should Buy A Press - 2:46
Chicago Screws - 5:12
What To Buy - 8:48
Double Capped Rivet Dies - 14:47
Metal Snap Die - 17:24
Plastic Snap Die - 21:48
Magnetic Snap Die - 24:26
Key Fob Die - 28:15
Hand Press - 30:46

[jenniferfarsh]

Kam snaps is a family owned company that uses profits to rescue dogs. That sold me. Best customer service ever too!

[brendarichardson]

*Works perfectly for my use as a heated press **MyBest.Tools** Space between the ram jack and the base is a little tight. Make sure you set the ram jack arm so that it's in a position for you to get maximum leverage on whatever you're pressing. You may have to unbolt the front plate of the press and realign the ram in the teeth so that the arm is not at an awkward angle when fully cranked down.Other than aligning the ram in the teeth with the crank arm this .5 ton arbor press comes out of the box pretty much ready to use.*

[robinbryant]

Oh my goodness!! You’re the greatest. You answered every question I had about the rivet press and accessories. You really made it so easy to understand. Thank you, so much. You’ll never know how much I appreciate this video. Have a blessed day!!

[QueenBThreads]

Hi Jess, I just wanted to say thank you for your videos. My husband heard me talking about Kam snaps and he surprised me with a table press for our anniversary. He was able to do so because of this video. He always see me watching your videos and knew to look yours up before he bought one. Anyways thank you!!

[farkiemacd]

For those who think they might not need a rivet press, consider a hand-held. KAMSnaps had a sale (2019, I think?) on their hand-held press so I picked up 2 (I like the concept of having one for making holes and one for adding the rivets, so I don't need to keep changing dies, and at the price they were on sale for, 2 was definitely doable). The nice thing is that if I decide I want to move up to a table press, I can use the same dies but just need to get an adapter. I find the hand-held to be very easy to use. This was a good step for me, because I love making bags, but I don't sell them (most are in a box in the attic). I wanted to start using rivets, but wasn't sure a table press was a worthy investment because of my wanting to do it for fun. Let me say, it was a great investment, because I LOVE adding rivets. Later, I picked up the grommet dies too... so DO IT!

[sarahmd]

This was seriously one of the best demo/reviews I have seen and I'm not just saying that I always enjoy your videos thank you🙂

[LadyHagatha]

When I used to work with rivets and hole punches at the shoe store we always used a scrap piece of leather on the bottom die of the hole punch. It makes the blade last a lot longer.

[dasan]

You can get foam washers in a variety of thicknesses for Chicago screws. It won’t make them lay flat, but it will give you a tighter finish.

[avajenkins]

Thank you Jess for introducing KAM Snaps and its goodies to our sewing projects. So fun to use proper tools. A great team.

[rindaherrington]

I have two tabletop presses from KAMsnaps. I love them.! Best investment ever. I love that once you purchase the press you can add dies as you have need. I started with the plastic snap dies. I then wanted to do the magnetic snaps for bags so I purchased those. I now have the rivet and grommet dies too. Judy makes it so easy to stay stocked up on the hardware because she sells the sizes for her dies. I have a KAMsnaps wish list too. Thanks to Jess I’ll be adding the metal snaps dies as well as the key fob dies. Speaking of the key fob dies. I read where some bag makers use it to flatten out bulky areas where the seams come together before top stitching. Thanks Jess.

[cindyking]

Yes, I believe I was one of those that asked-What should I buy!!!! I went to the Kamsnap site and somehow stumbled on to a Kit. And I love Pink, so I paid a little more for the Pink!! Why wish later that you had Pink, I just got it Saturday, so not really sure what all I have. But you keep talking about 9mm rivets, I think mine came with 10mm, I hope that will work for my purse I have a Brooklyn Handbag all cut out, but then I needed the leather tape!! So waiting on that, so I can sew the Bag. I am still very new!! I just placed a second order with Kamsnaps for the Utility Snaps, I hope that is what I wanted!!!! Thank you for this Excellent video!! Now, to play around with my new Kam Press!!

[danamccormack]

This video that sealed the deal on my purchase of a kamsnap press! I've been watching your videos nonstop. They are all fun and easy follow and give me more ideas to use my press!

[jojoamo]

The screw near the handle... you adjust the height and stops you from pressing it down too far, great for the plastic kam snaps so you don’t apply too much pressure and break them.

[viedeprimes]

Loved the review. Comprehensive and so useful.

I started sewing with you last year with mini boxy bags and totes. Now I’m sewing tops and trousers. I still watch all your YouTube vlogs. Thanks for the enthusiasm and great teaching.

[laurasandy]

Thank you, Jess, for this video!! Like so many people have commented, you have answered a multitude of questions about the press, what to/not to buy, and how to use it. As always, you are a fantastic teacher!! Thank you 😊

[CALB]

@JessOklaRoots~ I know you made this video a year ago, but I just watched it for the first time. I want to give you a big hug and say THANK YOU SO MUCH! It is SO generous & kind of you to share your knowledge and insights on this topic with us! You answered so many of my questions that I no longer feel overwhelmed and confused by all of the different die sets that go along with the Kam Snap Press! It's crazy how stressed out I made myself regarding all the options and details. I'm an only child and my Dad was a Master Tool & Die Maker, so I learned my way around tools and how to repair and build things at a young age. My Dad taught me how to repair engines and farm equipment, run a chain saw, use power tools to frame up walls, construct buildings, and I taught myself how to gut and renovate every aspect of an entire house on my own and even build custom furniture! My garage is full of tools.... I probably have more power tools than most men! LOL ;-) I hadn't touched a sewing machine since 7th grade "Home Economics Class", but I started sewing masks for family & friends when the pandemic hit. I ended up falling in LOVE with sewing and I've been making quilts ever since! Over the past year, I started making bags just for fun and now I'm hooked! When it comes to tools I've found that when you buy a good quality tool, especially one that's multi-functional, gives you consistent results, and conserves your physical energy, it is money well spent! Thank You for all of your fantastic tutorials and this informative video Jess! ~~Christy~~

[rosiecarter]

I love my KAM snaps rivet press! I’ve been making bags for a year now and was not crazy about the hammering part for rivets. This press is so easy to use and no hammering! I agree with you Jess, If you want a rivet press just get one. It does not mater if you sell your bags or not. It makes life easier but it’s also pretty! As for the dies, well my husband got a little crazy and bought everything, LOL. So, to organize all of that, I bought some tackle boxes and used a label maker to label everything :) I’ve also organized all my rivets and other bag hardware the same way. Also, if anyone needs help with ordering, Judy at KAM Snaps is amazing and sweet. My husband was the one who was in contact with her and he loved her. Hope this helps!

[fashionableminds]

Thank you for what you provide to the sewing community. You are amazing!

[Allsmilesgirl]

I should have known that you’d have an awesome tutorial on the KAM press! I’ve had mine forever, and now want to figure out what I can use it for...now I know, SO much more than I thought!!🙌🏻