Our cork belts can be shortened if required, using just a screwdriver and a sharp knife or scissors. Please take care when using sharp implements.
![Cork belt with screwdriver](https://i0.wp.com/assisi-style.preview-domain.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_6313-1-1002x1024.jpg?resize=1002%2C1024&ssl=1)
Step 1: Using a flat head screwdriver, remove the screw and rivet it screws into which holds the buckle in place
![cork belt with buckle removed](https://i0.wp.com/assisi-style.preview-domain.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_6315-1024x753.jpeg?resize=1024%2C753)
Step 2: Remove the buckle and loop, noting exactly how it fits back together
![Cork belt and scissors](https://i0.wp.com/assisi-style.preview-domain.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_6316-809x1024.jpg?resize=809%2C1024)
Step 3: Cut the belt to size – it is strongly recommended that you try one inch at a time until you find the perfect fit – you can always cut more, but you can never cut less!
![Black cork leather belt](https://i0.wp.com/assisi.style/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_6315-1.png?resize=1024%2C753&ssl=1)
Step 4: Reassemble the belt and you will see where you need to make a small hole in order to push the screw through. You can do this ideally using a leather hole punch if you have one. These can be purchased cheaply on Amazon or elsewhere.
![Cork belt and screwdriver](https://i0.wp.com/assisi.style/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_6313.jpg?resize=1002%2C1024&ssl=1)
Step 5: Finally reassemble the belt fully, push the bottom rivet and fixing screw through the new hole and tighten.