How to install rivets

I found this list of photos really good as reference for rivet button installation.  I am translating this tutorial into English for your reference.

Here is one of the rivet / snap closure installer commonly use for leisure project (I am using heavy duty puncher tool though). 

Metal Snap Closure and Dies Set

You will need the following tools to install snap button :

·     A  ( CAP), B (SOCKET), C (POST), D ( STUD), with A & B  and C & D form a pair respectively.  Setter  - a metal stand to hold the snap button to be punched (photo bellow)

·     T1 is used for poking a whole while  T2, T3 (photo below) are the dies tool.  (An awl is also a good tool to poke a hole).

·     A hammer.

Shortening your zipper (without zipper tabs version)

 This method to shorten the zipper is intended for projects that do not require fabric tabs at both ends of zipper.

1.      Measure the desired gross length of the zipper for your project.

2.      Mark 2 lines at the both ends of the zipper, with 1 represents the actual length while the other line represents the seam allowance (click to enlarge photo below)

3.      Make sure the zipper puller is within the area you'll use and won't be cut off.

4.      Using zigzag stitch (or hand stitch) at the open end of the zipper, sew a few lines within the seam allowance to close the zipper end.

5.      Trim the excess zipper (click to enlarge photo below)