Buttons in Turquoise and Copper

Here is a sampling of a few different button styles all in the same turquoise and copper combination.

The hole placement for sewing is determined as to the style of the button and how it will be used such as providing balance and stability.  Some button designs are best suited with two large holes where others are better with four.  At times I find the button holes would detract from the overall look so I prefer to add a shank to the back instead.  My  experience with sewing helps me in designing my buttons for various types of projects.

My pdf e-tutorial "Making Beautiful Buttons", contains 20 pages of clear photos and instructions on how to create buttons that are more professionally finished.  I have provide instructions on how to make your own wire shanks and attach them to the back without the need for any glue.    Also included are templates you can copy and use as hole placement guides so your holes are properly spaced and centered every time.

Click on the above photo to read more about our tutorial that is for sale in our ArtFire studio.

Some New Buttons and Tutorial

I just listed some new buttons in our ArtFire Studio and Etsy shop.  I was busy experimenting with different styles for another tutorial I've been working on for the past couple of weeks.

  

  

  

The tutorial is on how to construct nicely formed and beautiful buttons using your own clay patterns.  I also include in the lesson how to make your own wire shank as well as have perfectly centered holes every time.  It should be available in the next day or so....