How to easily repair a fabric or leather bag clasp with super glue

If your bag clasp or fastener is coming loose, it can become difficult to keep your items safe and secure. Instead of throwing your broken bag in the bin, a drop or two of glue can easily repair a canvas bag or leather bag, extending its lifespan and saving you money.

Whether you have a broken bag clasp, bag strap, ripped fabric or other, we have a multitude of repair glues so you can select the perfect adhesive for fabric repairs or leather repairs.

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What you will need

All Purpose Glue
Fabric Glue
A canvas or leather bag

Difficulty

Average time

5 min

Cost

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Instructions

Disclaimer

Please note this guide features images of an adhesive that is now discontinued, however, the step-by-step tutorial is correct to the new product.

Step 1: Clean the bag

Clean your leather or canvas bag and the torn-off fastener before gluing. This will ensure the best bond possible is achieved.

Step 2: Apply the glue

Apply the glue to the back of the fastener or other areas of the bag which may need repairing.

Our glues set within as little as 5 seconds - please refer to the specific glue's technical data sheet for precise drying times.

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Step 3: Reattach the bag fastener

Place and press the glued fastener onto the bag to create a secure bond between your leather bag or canvas bag and the fastener.

Step 4: Allow it to dry

Leave the fastener in position on the bag to dry for an ultra-strong, long-lasting bond.

Step 5: The fastener is repaired and you're ready to go

Ta-da! You've repaired your leather bag or canvas bag clasp using super glue.

Bostik's range of repair glues includes the perfect, multipurpose adhesive for repairing difficult materials such as fabric, canvas or leather. Our glues are ultra-strong, will resist movement and have water resistant properties, depending on your needs.