If you’re looking to spice up a garment you’ve had for a while or if it’s too simple for your taste, there’s no easier way to get your style on than to change the buttons. Try replacing existing buttons with vintage or decorative ones– they’ll make your garment go from basic to bold in an […]
Sometimes the smallest changes can make a big difference. If you’re looking to make a statement with a pop of color, simply change the thread of your button holes. You can use a contrasting embroidery thread around an existing buttonhole opening, or try a rayon thread, which has a bold, vibrant sheen. Remove any threads […]
Need project ideas for those extra buttons you have kicking around? I stopped by Cityline to show host Tracy Moore some easy DIY projects you can make using buttons. From accessories you can wear to gifts and home decor items, these button crafts are a great afternoon project. Watch here… ***** Tracy Moore: For […]
One of my biggest pet peeves is buttons that pop off! WHY is it so hard for store-bought garments to be made with buttons that don’t fall off??? Fortunately, I know some insider tricks for sewing a button that stays put! Coat the thread with beeswax Make a shank Hide the thread end Truth be […]
I can’t believe how many people don’t know how to sew on a button! I meet people all the time who tell me they can’t sew a button. Now I’m sure they’re exaggerating. I’m sure if they really needed to, they could figure out how to thread a needle and loop it around enough to keep […]
