Individual Snap together Large Plastic Grommets
for light to medium weight fabric

This information applies only to our 3/4", 1 1/8", 1 1/2" and 2" Snap together grommets. It does not apply to our 1 1/2" Grommet Tape System or the 2 3/4" Grommets.

General Information on using large grommets for draperies:

• Cut the hole for the grommet before placing in the fabric
• It is important that the hole for the grommet be cut large enough for fabric to rest in the lip or flange of the grommet before snapping together (see Fig.1, below).
• Usually, the fabric width is double the width of the window (see Grommet Spacing article)
• Most fabrics need a stabilizer at the top of the drapery where the grommets go. Using the stabilizer give the drapery a professional look. A fusible stabilizer makes it easier to cut the grommet holes.
• Use an even number of grommets
• Determine the spacing you like. (make a template or purchase the pre-made one, see Grommet Spacing article)

• Grommet Spacing Template
• Fusible or sew in drapery heading stabilizer
• Sharp scissors with good point (I recommend our 6" Bent Trimmers)
• Marking Pens or Fabric Markers- based on color and texture of fabric
• Upholstery T Pins for the heavier fabrics and Quilting Pins for lighter weight fabrics

Individual Snap together Large Plastic Grommets for light to Medium Fabric
Directions for marking, cutting and setting grommets

• Pin template in place (See Fig 3)
• Mark the circle and cut out
• Pop grommet apart, using the side with the ridges and flange,place grommet in hole so it fits in the flange of the plastic area of the grommet and is not in the open circle of the grommet. (sometimes you need to cut the circle larger to achieve this) (See Fig 4)
• Place the other half of the grommet directly over the opposite side and evenly press together. (Use a piece of cardboard, lay it over the grommet and evenly press with the palm of your hand)

If you have further questions, call me at 800 713 8157 - Lydia Morgan  

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