After a lot of experimentation and testing we came up with several methods to add interchangeable snap bases to your finished items. The first method is a snap base that you actually sew on which we have invented and made ourselves. This is the simplest way to create an interchangeable button for items such as a jacket or handbag like the one shown below.
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| Handbag with Sew on Snap Base |
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| Handbag with Snap Base and Flower "Snap" that is Interchangeable |
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| Sew on Snap Base to Create an Interchangeable Button |
The other method is attaching the snap base to your item using a crimping tool. It is simple to attach this way to an item that is knit or crocheted, however you will need to use a sewing awl to make your hole in a fabric garment such as a jacket. If you do this I recommend sealing the hole with fabric glue or "Fray Check" before attaching the snap base. If you are attaching your snap base to a material such as leather, then you will need to punch a hole before crimping. The snap bases and tools shown above are available in our online shop (click here or on the above photo).
Here I have attached a snap base to a felted hat. When the brim was turned up it was too thick for the snap to go through both layers so I attached it to the outside brim only. I had to put a hole through the felted brim with an awl in order for the bottom part of the snap base to fit through. Now I can attach different Art Bead "Snaps" for a fun new look or to coordinate with what I am wearing!
2 comments:
Looks like a fabulous idea. You two do such nice work. I just finished up a scarf and bought one of your shawl pins to go with it. Hope my daughter in law likes it.
Merry Christmas to you both
Thanks so much Carla. I am really excited to finally forge ahead with the interchangeable snap button idea. Wishing you and your family all a very merry Christmas!
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