Button Snippet Clusters

Even when I go away for a short break I have to take something with me to keep my hands occupied because I must admit I'm a little bit of a workaholic.
Last night I was unpacking from my recent weekend away when I thought I'd share with you my latest travel project.
Happy Crafting
Ceri
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[@peggydid]

I can see just fine! I always take something to cut, color, etc. There's always a time when family isn't up yet in the morning, etc. I do like leaves, and have a bunch cut out, too. Now, I want to make some of those button clusters! That will be a new fun project for me. Thank you for sharing today. I'm glad to have found you here!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you and have fun with the button clusters.

[@suerussell497]

The tag turned out beautiful. Love your instruction and creativity. Thank you for sharing the button clusters idea. What a great idea to take with you when traveling.

[@CeriGriffiths]

It is a fun travel item.

[@tinabonilla9426]

Anyone who can take bits of fabric and scraps of paper and create the things you do is considered a genius! BRAVO!

[@robinsutton4952]

Love this idea. My grandma used to say “idle hands, idle mind”. I always take magazines and things to fussy cut wherever I go. It almost always is a conversation starter or just gives a relaxed feeling, as people will ask what I’m doing or gives them something to watch.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Yup I know what you mean.

[@maggiequilts]

Idle hands …the devil’s workshop ❤️🤗🇨🇦❤️

[@robinsutton4952]

My entire life I’ve always knitted, crocheted, sewed and now mix media. I love listening to books, as it allows me to be creative and still keep up with reading. That devil won’t find me lolly-gagging around.

[@Barbarachocolate1956]

Another creative project….of course. Love the mushroom addition.

[@gwynethyoung7889]

What a great way of using scraps! I enjoyed watching how you built up the layers on the tag. I also liked how you store all the small bits and pieces - I love boxes and small containers. Thank you for sharing. 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome thank you

[@jaynewood6714]

Wonderful ideas! But so much time! I feel guilty spending so much time on 1 thing- it’s hard to break old habits that had to be production oriented. Time is money/versus time is pleasure. Thanks- for showing it’s ok to slow down / enjoy the mindless process. Don’t think/ just do.

[@marlenegura1161]

Wow, I really enjoyed watching you decorate that tag!!! Lots of fun and you are very skilled. Thanks for sharing Ceri.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you so much!

[@aliceadler4569]

Dearest Ceri, your video was wonderful & everything was visible!!! Thank you for these ideas!!! ♥️♥️♥️🥰🥰🥰🌺🌺🌺. Bravo!!!

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome Alice, thank you

[@annelawver2703]

Great way to use up little bits and add another point of interest. Little stitching projects are wonderful…thank you!

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome

[@DarcysMixedMedia]

I'm always looking for something to keep my hands busy; these are perfect. I hope you have a delightful day. Love&hugs to you and Biscuit

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Darcy, have a great day.

[@gayleagostinelli_ct]

Catching up with my video watching now that I’m home. Lovely tag! Thank you, Ceri! ❤️

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you, it turned out lovely, always a bit nerve wracking doing it on a video as you never know what will happen.

[@debbiewill4574]

I, too, quilt and teach quilting, and i have long loved utilizing selvage edges of fabric for a myriad of projects. I have crochet rugs from them - they wear like iron!. I have made fabric from them for unique projects. I have covered boxes for storage, both large and small. Lately i have been using them as opposed to lace or sari. I stamp on them. They are great fun and it is another way of creative recycling.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Wonderful ideas thank you Debbie.

[@wendywilson1736]

I like to take my hexies camping, in case I ever have some time to work on them. I can talk to people while working on them, and they don't feel like I'm closed off in a book. Speaking of books, that was an interesting sketch in your small 'glue book' that you use to keep things neat. I'd be tearing that out to use in my collaging. And, I never thought about using old clothing patterns. I tossed mine out years ago, before I found you, Treasure Books, and a few others on KZbin.😮 Ohhh, well.🤷‍♀️ I have other stuff.😏

[@LynneWilliams101]

The essence of fall - lovely tag! I can't simply sit and watch TV with idle hands. You would be a wonderful house guest. :)

[@CeriGriffiths]

Lol….I always have to be doing something.

[@debbiev.1311]

LOVE your little button clusters, & your tag is gorgeous!! 🦋🍂🍄 Drawing the vein in on the leaf die-cut really makes a difference; brilliant!! 🧡🤗💛

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@sandrastacey2285]

Love this tag. Really scrappy and good idea for people who can’t afford to buy the elements. Old file folder, scraps of fabric, book page and paper pattern. Thanks Ceri for another interesting video.

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome Sandra

[@agnes-catscrap]

So cute and quickly done ! ❤

[@raggedyann4372]

Ceri my day was extra busy and stressful. I’m so glad you have this video on so I can relax and unwind. I’ve had a button box from as far back as I can remember being a small child. My grandmother always added to it and taught me to make doll clothes and sewed for my doll and me. Almost 70, I still have my tiny tears doll, her much loved clothes. And my button box. Great Treasures. Such sweet memories. Still miss my grandma, we called her Maw❤️🙏🏻😢she lived upstairs from us, best years of my life❤️

[@CeriGriffiths]

What wonderful memories thank you for sharing them.

[@lucyfanning7496]

I have a box full of these clusters and usually just use them as page or pocket decorations. I love your idea of putting them on tags. Thank you so much for the inspiration.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Lucy they are great focal points, you just have to be aware of where they will be used/placed etc in a journal because they will be slightly bulkier and possible not fit into a tight fitting pocket or tuck spot.

[@ShannonGreen]

I love this idea!! I’m not sure why I haven’t come across your channel before, you are awesome!!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Shannon and welcome

[@PatWalden]

I think button snippet clusters is a perfect name! Absolutely love how the tag turned out!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@heathersullivan8494]

Lovely Ceri. It’s a wonderful way to use up scraps of pieces that otherwise would go in the waste bin. You are truly an inspiration.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Not an original idea of mine but an idea I love.

[@jkerr-bethedreamandthedrea4379]

This looks fun and I'm traveling in a few months. Great idea! Thanks Ceri!

[@pjaneheil]

OMG, wen u pulled out ur folder for ur needles I fell in LOVE, I still keep them in the package they came in, now I need to make me one of those ❤️❤️🌹❤️

[@CeriGriffiths]

lol…….one of the first things I ever made.

[@lindadudgeon1564]

These little clusters look like the perfect project for a cold winter night. I'm going to save all of my scraps from now on. Thank you for sharing this idea with us.

[@CeriGriffiths]

I’ve even had them in the car with me if I’m waiting to pick someone up from an appointment or something, it’s amazing how many you can do in a short period of time.

[@fanceythis1]

Ceri, I love watching you and I am just starting my junk journal journey. I am a quilter and I think you just got me in trouble with hubby. I love this idea with my scraps of material and the buttons that I just received from my husband grandmother. lol Thank you and keep crafting or life is boring.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Have fun!

[@maryannemilak7438]

Fantastic use of bits and bobs. Love this idea! Beautiful tag. Nice to watch your selection process.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@sandyvanderlinde237]

Well, as you mentioned someone has maybe done the button cluster/tags. It is the very first time I have seen them made. So delighted when I saw this video, have tons of scraps in anything fabric, so going to make a jar full of button clusters. A delightful past time.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Wonderful!

[@julielakey594]

I love this about the button snippets. So very cute. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@CeriGriffiths]

You are so welcome Julie.

[@donnaswisher8408]

Oh yes. Great way to use up fabric scraps and buttons. TFS Hope your getaway for a few days was relaxing and enjoyable. 😊

[@CeriGriffiths]

Donna it was great to just unwind a little.

[@lericamims]

I love this project.

[@lidijaedelinski7105]

Fall is my time of year. I love the colours. Thank you for the inspiration. I am glad you have friends to unwind with!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@rebeccagreen2219]

Love love love watching yr process and that u r talking yr way threw it. Love it and it helps understand the artistic viewpoint

[@CeriGriffiths]

You are so welcome Rebecca

[@cynthiamostacato7894]

Love this idea of button clusters, so easy to make! And your storage is awesome. I have tons of Tracie Fox small items but they are in a long tin all together. After watching this video I am going to separate the items and make poster board dividers. Just found your channel and love it!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you and dividers does make it easier but make sure you can still get your fingers into the smaller devisions….I speak from experience.

[@leighcreates]

So adorable Keri, what a lovely way to spend some quiet time, great idea with the travel crafting kit. Thanks for showing how to use these pretty little snippet clusters, made some a while back and haven't found the perfect use for them.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Have fun with them Leigh

[@katfremont304]

Loved hearing about your process for crafting on the go & it was also so helpful seeing how you organize & store things! Love the clusters too! 💕 You said you weren’t in a butterfly mood but by the end of the video… boom! 🦋😅 The tag is awesome! Thanks again for sharing your talents & process with us! 💜

[@CeriGriffiths]

Yeah I know….it always seems to end with something with wings.

[@deniseroot7105]

I loved watching this! Thanks, Ceri!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@nancivessells1909]

Awesome job. I love watching you layer things. You also give so many ideas for storage!! TFS

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Nanci

[@rebeccakidd129]

I love watching your videos. You are very intertaining as you craft. This is my second video of yours I have watched. Thank you for sharing.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Rebecca for your kind comments.

[@janetnash]

Absolutely love you’re button clusters.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@HobbesRN]

Great idea for when I go visiting!! I can't stay still. I need to figet. Thank you so much for sharing! ❣

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome

[@odrade99]

These button clusters are a very clever idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@csk5654]

Gorgeous autumn tag! TYFS Cindy

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@lynette.]

Great idea for those small scraps have a pillowcase case full from making a hexagon quilt out of the fabrics my sister designed and printed whilst at art college have quilt painted with them but this is something new to add.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Wonderful

[@lcrafts5907]

Just found your channel and boy oh boy am I glad I found you!!! 🥰 What a great idea!!! I have jars and jars of buttons from my mom. I will definitely will be doing this. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us out here in the crafting community. 😍🥰🤗

[@CeriGriffiths]

Not my original idea but certainly one I use, happy to share.

[@LauraMe...]

Hi Ceri! No you're not the first, but I think you're the first I've seen that took them on the go! Anyway it's a always a pleasure to see your take on things. I love this tag... yes I was saying ok, stop, just say no.... but you kept going and it works! I think there was that point where, as you said it looked unbalanced. I'm glad I saw you push it. I think I would quit and add it it the Meh box. Things I don't quite love.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Laura, if I don’t finish something it usually never gets finished so I do try to push though.

[@gladysward6969]

Ceri, TYFS the button clusters and the collaged tag. I hadn’t thought of making a bunch in advance, so I will do that in order to have some ready to go. Glad you got away for a bit. 🌻🌻🌻

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Gladys.

[@sandikalin636]

I’ve got buttons from my mom, grandmother and great grandmother. I adore my button jars, and button tins. Your button snippets are darling. That tag is perfect. Loved your base of pattern and book pages. I can never be idle. I cannot “just” watch tv. I never have been able to do that. And I always have a project bag with me in the car. You’d think I’d get more done, lol. Thx for sharing this, we’re all glad you got away over the weekend.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Sandi

[@movednorthhomestead7244]

Love snippet clusters! Great idea to use them! Love the end tag, and love seeing how you “think”!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Great, thank you

[@jeanniedreemer1944]

Great little snippets usable on anything! I loved the tag when you were using the teal leaf also but it ended fine with the cluster!Tfs🤗🐾🐈‍⬛🐾

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@susanstemmet607]

Love the button clusters. Beautiful tag.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@SandiMo77]

What a great idea Ceri. I'm going on a day trip tomorrow spending a few hours in the car, so I can take me some buttons and fabric snippets with me and make some cute little clusters. Wow, how timely! Thank you very much!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Wonderful

[@drhyshek]

Those are so cute!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Fabulous, thank you

[@NigezzaCreates]

I am currently packing my craft bag for taking on holiday, like you I cannot sit and do nothing, only time I do that is in the cinema. I make master boards and clusters generally as they require little thought and not much supplies. I always have a selection of Tracie labels as well! Love your tag 💜

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you and yes I’ve always got something on the go wherever I am.

[@Lorikneisler]

I’ve come back to this video a few times now for inspiration! Thank you!!!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Fabulous

[@beverlymeaker7566]

Your snippet cluster video just came up on my feed, and I'm so glad it did! You have so many cool treasures, and they're organized so well. What I especially loved is that a couple of times you picked up an item that I thought would be perfect, and you ended up thinking so too! I also loved that you added the mushroom image to the bottom of the tag, and selected a specimen label in an oval shape. Did you realize how your mushroom top was an oval shape, and the label was a perfect continuation???? I'm now a subscriber, and so excited to watch more of your videos.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Hello Beverly, thank you and welcome to my channel. No I’d not noticed the similarity in the mushroom and the label.

[@lindaoder2844]

Hello Ceri, love the tag and especially the button clusters (great idea).

[@CeriGriffiths]

It’s not a news idea but its a good idea, thank you.

[@1busybetty]

Love the way the tag came together!

[@CeriGriffiths]

So do I Betty

[@vanessabroad4051]

Super cute and a wonderful use of those little bits and pieces! That finished tag was really lovely.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@lauriedrinkard6063]

Ceri, I always enjoy your videos and learn so much!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@sheilaperl4155]

I love your button clusters, and your tag is wonderful!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@thepaperdrawer4651]

Enjoyed watching putting this together. I also like how you store your bits and pieces. Tfs Dee

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Dee

[@debbeneman9792]

That's a great idea. Love that Cari. I use those things too, I just never thought of sewing them together. Thank you for sharing this. I learn a lot from watching you. I hope you never stop doing these things.☕🙂

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Deb I will continue to create and film as loving as I’m able.

[@nancytoupin2190]

This is so cute! I love how you put this together using so many different textures and fun pieces. So happy to find your channel!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Nancy and welcome.

[@cindyjohnson2835]

love love this

[@gm2mx]

Thank you for going over your process. I am always looking for ideas for easy clusters and snippets and I have jars of buttons. Blessings from Missouri.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@lindaroberts2282]

Thank you yet again for sharing something so inspiring; fabulous design on the tag.🍂😊🍁

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@berlindarider7542]

"Out of body experience?" Made me giggle. I call it a brain fart.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Lol….possibly a better explanation.

[@happyssightspectacle9551]

That is a fun tag, I love it! Your snippets are awesome!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you so much

[@geridevries839]

Ceri, I do enjoy your videos! TFS! No need to resound. Hugs from South Dakota.

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome

[@bibistaufi2653]

What a nice tag 😲🙋🏼‍♀️😊!!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@milliegateley8862]

Hi Ceri, love your snippets with the tiny buttons, so cute. I have several jars of buttons, but I find it hard to find the tiny ones. Awesome tag!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you, I think because I’m a guy I’ve had lots of shirt buttons over the years when I recycle old shirts.

[@robinmentzer7974]

Many fun clusters and wonderful tag.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Robin

[@jennifershaw4756]

A beautiful tag and I love these little snippets. Just recently I've been looking at the off cuts of fabric when making my journal covers. I was tossing them because I couldn't think of what to use them for. No more! haha I'm going to make some of these beauties. Thanks Ceri! Inspiring as always! :)

[@CeriGriffiths]

Have fun with them

[@judithchiasson8554]

a while ago i accidentally fell into slow stitching. my fingers became addicted after only 2 afternoons doing it, and now i am crazy about stitching, fabric collage and such. so here i am, wishing for a new Ceri video, and one pops up! with stitching no less!! jar of buttons, embroidery scissors, and even your own needle book!!! Dude! loved your tag! 😊😊😊

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Judith

[@annwoleben5439]

I really like the layering on this tag, The button fabric snippets are a great addition.

[@CeriGriffiths]

They certainly are.

[@debbiewill4574]

I meant to indicate that I use them in my journal making. The fabric compnies have begun to design selvages much more intentionally since so many artist are using them in such diverse manners. Just a thought to share.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Oh I agree there are some nice pieces of selvage nowadays.

[@cindyhoffmannsmith8877]

I love little projects like these that are easy to travel with. While you were finishing up your tag I made a bunch of these. So much fun and uses up even the smallest scraps! Thank you! ❤️

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you Cindy.

[@equusdreamer5822]

This is beautiful. Thank you for the wonderful idea!

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome.

[@blupoppy608]

that is such a sweet little project, must try to make some. Thank you for the tutorial

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome

[@nansanfilippo7035]

I also must keep my hands busy…. Why is that? Loved this tag and thanks for your wonderful videos

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@michelletrevethan9945]

Love these, I'm going to get some done tonight while I watch more videos xx

[@CeriGriffiths]

Sounds like a plan.

[@jodyniemojuski4021]

I like to keep my hands busy as well. I very rarely just sit and watch TV. We, family, go upnorth all year long on weekends as much as we can. I am always taking projects with. I put kits together so my projects are ready for traveling. No wifi up there either.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Being away from technology is so productive to me.

[@jodyniemojuski4021]

@@CeriGriffiths I have books through library app (overdrive) or Amazon that I also listen to. Audibles are great while doing chores, gardening, crafting, getting ready in morning for work.

[@handmadeiowa]

The tag is beautiful! I've just watched and am inspired to start this right now!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Wondeful news, thank you

[@elainet5870]

Very nice tag! I do make button clusters and it was fun to see how you use yours! TFS. 😃

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome

[@debbivaughn1313]

Love the clusters and your tag!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@lynneaberr1878]

I don't sew, but I do have lots of dog neck scarves that can be cut up. I like your small boxes for storage of supplies and finished button clusters. I have tissue, printed and plain. If I get busy, I can probably make at least a few Christmas tags for a collab. Thanks for this fresh idea!

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome.

[@roberthoward8463]

Hello, how are you doing today???

[@patriciamaeanthony3838]

I make it a point to look for doll clothes sewing patterns, or newborn or premie patterns, because there are more markings in smaller spaces. Of course, sometimes just the blank tissue is desirable. Here in Oregón sometimes patterns go in sale for $1.00 USD. The envelope and the instructions inside are quite usable as well for junk journals.

[@CeriGriffiths]

I never thought of using doll our baby patterns, thank you for that idea.

[@mvpinheiro8970]

Eu quero esse pote de botões para mim 😂😂😂 lindo 🤩

[@janicem4382]

You could use one of these great clusters for your little sewing case.

[@CeriGriffiths]

To right.

[@rondaliebert3213]

Very cute! I am going to try the snippets! BTW, I love Tracie Fox!

[@CeriGriffiths]

Fabulous.

[@dianemosher3213]

Thx again I to have to do something while buying watching

[@CeriGriffiths]

As long as you’re enjoying yourself.

[@bette-annflood835]

Was fun to watch and catch up.

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@juliemonroe105]

Hi Ceri, Enjoyed seeing the tiny clusters & adding to a tag. Always enjoy seeing how everyone adds layers. Hope to see maybe a tag mass make😊

[@CeriGriffiths]

It’s on the list Julie

[@FayeDarling65]

I love making these too I also sew on to safety pins as well 💐🦋🐇🦩🇬🇧

[@CeriGriffiths]

Oh I’ve not heard of that.

[@julieanneworth9886]

Hi Ceri Maybe not your favourite, but i loved them. I pove butterflies 🦋

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@melissabrocherie7645]

❤ love your crafty ideas. M 🇦🇺

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you! 😊

[@berlindarider7542]

Thanks!

[@CeriGriffiths]

No problem!

[@debrapryor5350]

I like the way you roll

[@CeriGriffiths]

Thank you

[@michelel3372]

Your tag came out so awesome. (I must watch some more of your collaging videos as I struggle with collage.) I love the fall colors and addition of the pattern piece. Thank you so much! ❤

[@CeriGriffiths]

You’re welcome, thank you