I wanted my cute flowers to have a button for the center but I just couldn’t find the right ones. Well, actually I did find the right ones but they were EXPENSIVE. So, I thought why not try to make my own. If you have been following this blog at all you know that I use circles in my appliqués all the time. I figured you could just use the same technique but instead of pressing at the end just pop a button in there. Here’s how I did it.
I found these inexpensive buttons at the craft store.
I cut a circle of fabric slightly less than twice the size.
Here I am taking a running stitch around the edge.
Now place the button in the center.
And pull tight…ta da!!! A custom button!
Erin, you could also use the "bone" rings found on the needlework rack. They may not come in as many sizes as buttons but work well. If needed, they can also be padded slightly with batting before pulling the string. You can also do a running stitch after pulling the thread on the inside of the circle giving a different look. Joan
Posted by: Joan Henderson | 07/26/2012 at 06:10 AM
how cute is that. thanks for sharing how you did that.
Posted by: Carrie P. | 07/26/2012 at 01:15 PM
Very cretive idea. Will have to try it sometime.
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