Re-stitching saddlebag

[Veloman]

That is why I use bolt, washers and nuts.

[fruitcake]

Nut and bolt's got to be worth a try. I'd create/enlarge the bolt hole by melting it (using a hot pointy thing, such as a nail that's been held over a gas hob in a pair of pliers). That method should melt any ragged threads around the hole and prevent the webbing from fraying - and will be more controllable than drilling.

[Marj]

Where are you located Si seems to think you're not far from me.

[hubner]

Err..it's a bag made from fabric, why would anyone want to use glue,  nuts and bolts or rivets?

As already said, use ordinary thread and needle to sew it back, should take a few minutes. I don't think you would even need a thimble or pliers unless the material's really thick.

If there's a plastic liner inside and if it doesn't come out, you can make holes for sewing with a awl or similar pointed tool.

[Biggsy]

Err..it's a bag made from fabric, why would anyone want to use glue,  nuts and bolts or rivets?

When it's fabric reinforced with thick hard stuff.

[nobby]

I use a sail needle (triangular cross section) and whipping twine for repairing stuff like this, and go over the stitches with a black marker if the whiteness offends.