DIY easy no kit fabric covered buttons tutorial - vintage style

[@Pauline-bg6ud]

Of course I loved your idea.. I will pick up the self covering buttons that are at the thrift store and use them as well.. and you are right hoarding is a problem.. as “I have a closet full of fabric and each time I get it all out and think to make something , nope it goes back in.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thank you Pauline - and great idea to keep an eye out for self covering buttons at the op shop. Cheers, Christine

[@ClaudiaJasalavich]

I also love to make covered buttons. My process is a little different. I start by doing a running stitch just inside the edge all the way around the circle of fabric. Then, I pop the button inside and pull the thread to gather the circle of fabric around the button. After that, I do the securing stitches as you do. And add a backing piece for a nice finish.

[@lindak7499]

That sounds similar to making a yo-yo. Good idea.

[@joyceabbott4584]

I was getting ready to leave a comment the same as yours. Yes a yo-yo would be so much easier and smoother. Backing piece could be hot glued on.

[@LindaChapman-ie1te]

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[@createandcraftwithchristine]

I tried this method too but ended up with more material bunched up at the centre at the back. But maybe I had too much material to begin with. I find the other method gives a flatter back. But both definitely work 🤗

[@lindak7499]

I didn't mean yo-yos would be easier necessarily, but seems similar process. Nice, different process @@joyceabbott4584

[@Jen-pr1mx]

I make mine using the same method as a Suffolk Puff (Yo Yo ) but your way works great and so easy to do. Love what youve done Christine beautifully made. x 💐

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks Jen - I love that there are different methods to use 🤗

[@candicepierce5726]

I’ve made covered buttons, but never thought of using salvaged doilies. Great idea!

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks so much - they work out so lovely with doily scraps 🤗

[@lynnettehall8615]

Lovely covered buttons, I find it easier to make a Suffolk Puff and then add the button just before I pull it tight. It works doing it this way too!

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Such a lovely finished button both ways 🤗

[@beyesh3760]

❤❤❤ Couldn't wait to watch the replay since I came in towards the end. It's been awhile since I covered buttons. So many cool ideas you've added for me. 😊😊 I will have to do one for my Roxy's pouch. 😊😊😊 Thanks from the US. 😊😊

[@forgetthedustrhonda8622]

Gorgeous Christine - this is the second greatest thing I have learnt in forever- the other is that a needle has two sides - ever since I learnt this I do not have any trouble threading needles - if the thread does not go through the needle flip it over and it goes through without any trouble - I made some of these covered buttons today - just the cutest things - have to get some larger buttons hehe Thanks for sharing Warm wishes Rhonda

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Love your comment Rhonda and love that you have already made some buttons! And thank you so very much for sharing your other wonderful tip. Isn’t the world a wonderful place! cheers, Christine 💙🧵🪡

[@FunkyLittlePoptart]

This is a total revelation to me! I always thought that I had trouble threading needles due to poor vision. I followed your suggestion, flipped my needle, and voila! Thank you so much for this! Now I don't have to keep track of a needle threader on top of all my other supplies!

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

@@FunkyLittlePoptart love how our community shares such great suggestions 🤗

[@bettiej5762]

I too recently learned that needles thread better from a particular side. I use long beading needles for some of my projects with small eyes to go through seed beads. They always bend after a few uses so I can easily learn which side to thread the clear monofilament through. It’s a game changer for me!

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

@@bettiej5762 another great tip to use the bend to work out which way to thread! Thanks so much!

[@kimberleymaloy1728]

All very lovely 😍 thanks for giving me another reason (not that I ever need one) to play with my buttons!

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

We missed chatting with you my friend but I know you were there in spirit and getting the rest you needed 💛 have fun with this idea 🤗 cheers, Christine

[@JuanettesCraftingCorner]

WOW! What a great video with lots of ideas.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks Juanette - glad you enjoyed it and hope you enjoy making some for your slow stitch or journal projects 💙🧵🪡 cheers, Christine

[@sheilabennett3289]

So many wonderful ideas for updating old buttons. I'm inspired now to cover all the unlovely ones in my collection 😅❤ Thank you for this wonderful tutorial

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

So happy you liked the ideas and it’s such a wonderful way to give new life to old and unloved buttons 🤗 cheers, Christine 💙🧵🪡

[@LoveHandcraftedAni]

Here I bought some vintage buttons and was thinking how to used it for my journal now I got tips from your video Thanks for doing this tutorial Christine👍

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

I’m so happy this has given you some fun ideas to try. Cheers, Christine 💙🧵🪡

[@juneguili-lp9bg]

What great instructions..thank you..the buttons are beautiful!! Can't wait to try..

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thank you June - I hope you have a lovely time making these 🤗 cheers, Christine

[@loismccormick7656]

Thanks Christine, I thoroughly enjoyed this, and definitely will be using my embroidered tray cloths etc for the purpose. I don't have a problem chopping up family doilies etc, as I find it more likely I will keep a few gorgeous buttons etc, forever, and feel its better to see and admire a portion of a cloth, than have drawers of cloths that are out of sight and out of mind. A jar of delights on the craft desk is such a lovely way to enjoy them.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Love your philosophy and so happy you will be creating your own covered buttons. Have fun creating Lois. Cheers, Christine

[@artyfartyannie]

HI Christine, really enjoying catching up on the first part of this video which I missed cos I joined late yesterday. Your buttons are SO beautiful, what a fabulous way to use little snippets of vintage linens and embroideries, so many possibilities, thank you for sharing the inspiration and for the shout-out xo

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks Annie - I’m having so much fun with this that I’ve raised one of my unsorted button collections to pull out all the ones that would be useful for these covered buttons so I can have a ready jar of buttons for this next to the desk when I have a spare bit of embroidery or fabric scrap. Love scrappy projects 🤗 cheers, Christine

[@suewegert2323]

You could probably use nail polish on the base buttons to cover color or metal bases. The metal covered button forms would give a backing that could be washed. These are very pretty and unique.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks for sharing your ideas 💙🧵🪡

[@bettiej5762]

Some dairy cartons in the states now seal with a plastic pull tab connected to an inverted dome. I cut the pull tab off and use them separately under two layers of fabric and bead over these for a 3-D look. I used this technique on an under the sea coral scene.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

A wonderful reuse idea - love it! Cheers, Christine

[@GABYCHICDOLLS]

This is so exciting, I used to cover my buttons like that but you do it better , I never centred anything lol 😂. I will try with the lace , it looks so pretty . I can add that to a doll accessory or journal. Thanks for sharing Christine ❤

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thank you my friend - I think these would be fantastic for your already incredible creations - looks forward to seeing what you create 🤗 cheers, Christine

[@rhondagunderm4862]

What a great tutorial. Thank you.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Many thanks Rhonda 💙🧵🪡 cheers, Christine

[@jannhebrank]

You could use cardboard and cut it into other shapes to be buttons ,,,very cool idea though. I do have lots and lots and lots of buttons and thread so thanks

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Wonderful idea for those short on buttons. Have fun creating these. Cheers, Christine

[@bettiej5762]

You could add felt or batting/ wadding under the fabric too to give it a raised or domed look.

[@paperise]

These are so pretty. In fact better than the kits you buy as they only work with polycottons not thick fabrics. I can't wait to try this.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

I’m so happy you found this video useful and i hope you enjoy making these as much as I am enjoying them 🤗

[@debs3301]

Awesome! Just found this video and I love the buttons. Can't wait to get it a go. Thank you so much!

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

So happy you are excited about this. Depending how flat you want the back of the bottom to be you can also use an approach like making a Suffolk puff to gather in the fabric and then slip the button in. Cheers, Christine

[@SandyLovesCrafts]

Thanks, great idea. ❤

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

You are so welcome! 💙🧵🪡 hopefully you can make some with your happy mail goodies 🤗

[@donnalamberth4881]

I am new to your channel. I really love your work. thanks so much I've learned a few new things. I love watching you work. Donna

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks Donna 💙🧵🪡

[@paulalister80]

Aww looks lovely. Very fun watch, love the little hanky one just looks so delicate also the beaded button my oh my talk about delish.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

It really is so hard to pick favourites and once you start making these it is habit forming! Something so beautiful from simple supplies. 🤗 cheers, Christine 💙🧵🪡

[@bernadette8300]

Love it

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks Bernadette 💙🧵🪡

[@Thelma-i5l]

Beautiful ❤

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thank you 💙🪡🧵

[@angelacornell8660]

Loving this new idea 💡 from holiday in Jervas Bay Australia south coast (NSW) ❤😂

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks Angela - hope you’re having a great holiday and not getting any problematic weather. It’s a strange ol’ summer here! Cheers, Christine 💙🧵🪡

[@shereeblack5706]

Cute buttons, great idea

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks so much Sheree 🤗

[@bestcrossroad]

Love, love, love!!!

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thank you dear Tess - it was so fun chatting with you all again during the premiere 🤗

[@bestcrossroad]

@@createandcraftwithchristine same here! Feels like returning home.😀

[@lisazilaro6906]

Can’t wait to try this !!! Thanks so much for sharing 🪡🧵♥️

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks so much Lisa - these are such fun - I’m addicted to making these now!

[@elizabethmendonca-ek1eh]

Que bela ideia! 👏👏

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Gracie Mille! 💛💙🧵🪡

[@catedeiana2233]

What a great tutorial! Thank you for sharing 😻😻😻

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thank you so very much Cate 🤗 cheers, Christine 💙🧵🪡

[@juliegolub2602]

So easy! Thank you ❤️

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Many thanks Julie - I’m so happy you like these. Have fun making many as they are so great to have on hand as embellishments 🤗

[@michellewohlgemuth8847]

They look lovely! I have a question how do you use them if you’re putting a backing. You’re not using them as buttons? New to this & very confused.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Hi Michelle - I’m adding these as embellishments to my slow stitch projects including as button closures. Adding felt to the back allow me to then stitch the button on by stitching into the felt in the centre. Hope that helps. Cheers, Christine

[@michellewohlgemuth8847]

@@createandcraftwithchristine Thank you, after I watched more it seemed that maybe what you were going to do. I am just learning, I like the idea. Thank you. 🌻🌼

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Feel free to ask any questions, no such thing as a silly question 💙🧵🪡

[@antonellaesposito5095]

😍😍

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thanks so much 🤗

[@jimkoss3318]

I want to do this for a jacket. How do I attach the buttons to the jacket?

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Hi there - you could add a couple of loops of thread to the back of the button likes shank on a regular button and then stitch into the loops to attach to the jacket. Cheers, Christine

[@jimkoss3318]

@@createandcraftwithchristine Thank you. I’ll do that.

[@kathleenbaig7105]

Why dont you put a running stitch round the edge a pull it tight.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Hi Kathleen - you can definitely do that and it will work - I just find I get a flatter back by gathering the fabric with the cross stitches. But do which ever you prefer. Have fun making some of these. Cheers, Christine

[@graziacavallaro8854]

supaaa

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Thank you 💙🧵🪡

[@joanneurquhart8537]

Hey Christine, sorry I missed you last night I had set a reminder and was looking forward to joining one of your lives . But after such a busy day cleaning up outdoors I was so tired and fell asleep. Woke up and it was all done and dusted ! I’m yet to watch the replay as saving it for when I get some time to sit and stitch and enjoy Your tutorial. Just wanted to let you know I had good intentions ❤ 🪡 🧵

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Hello Joanne - sounds like you needed the rest after a very busy time so I’m glad you got to get a bit more sleep. We had a lovely time chatting (so many of our lovely stitchy friends) so I’ll need to do another make along session again soon. I’ll keep trying to find a time that works for different parts of the world. 🤗 cheers, Christine

[@joanneurquhart8537]

@@createandcraftwithchristine all good Christine, hope to enjoy joining in on one of your lives . Another busy day outside as we trying to tidy up in preparation for this cyclone which may arrive next week, I live in FNQ we moved here almost a year ago from Melbourne, we do love the weather up here but this will be our first experience with cyclones 🌀 so we just don’t know what to expect. ❣️

[@angelacornell8660]

Good luck with your preparation for the cyclone 🌀 ❤. Hi from Canberra via Jervis Bay ( holiday with grandkids)😂

[@joanneurquhart8537]

@@angelacornell8660 enjoy your holiday with the grand kids . ❤

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

I hope everything is ok for you, apologies for my delay in replying. Thinking of you.