How to Hand Sew Grommets in Canvas

Making a hand sewn grommet in a piece of canvas is moderately easy. All you need are the correct tools and knowledge of a few basic stitches.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Canvas
• Utility Knife
• Scissors
• Canvas Needle
• Heavy Weight Thread

1. 
    
   Canvas Patch

   Cut a square of canvas approximately 1" larger on all sides then the center of where you want your grommet to go.
   
   Attach square patch on top of your main layer of canvas by stitching in place.

2. 
    
   Canvas Grommet Hole

   Using a utility knife or pair of scissors, twist and turn the blade tip to puncture a hole in the canvas.
   
   Snip or cut around hole until it is desired circumference.

3. 
    
   Canvas Grommet

   Stitch around the hole, about 1/4" to 1/2" back on the canvas to prevent further tearing or fraying.

4. 
    
   Blanket Stitch Canvas

   Blanket stitch around the inside of hole. Go around several times, over lapping your thread, until the canvas edging of hole has disappeared.

5. Repeat steps as necessary for the number of times you need to make a hand sewn grommet in your canvas.

Tips & Warnings

• Use larger needles made for the type of canvas you are using.
• The thicker and stronger the thread the more stable your sewn grommet will be.
• Practice first on scrap pieces of canvas before attempting to complete your project.
• Insert metal grommet and stitch over to achieve the same effect.
• Canvas and other thick materials may be hard to work needle through, be sure to use a thimble to protect your finger tip.

Resources

• Guide to Making a Blanket Stitch