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Old 01-21-2010, 07:51 AM
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Has anyone ever used old buttons on quilts. Everytime I suggest using buttons everybody looks at me like I'm nuts!

How about posting pictures too.
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Old 01-21-2010, 07:54 AM
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Someone just posted a hand pieced, hand quilted one with her Grandmothers buttons on it today. If you have not seen it, look in your Unread Topics list.
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Old 01-21-2010, 08:04 AM
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I would only put buttons on wallhangings. Just my thought.
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Old 01-21-2010, 08:06 AM
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I love buttons on quilts---but not for kids.
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Old 01-21-2010, 08:34 AM
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I use buttons only if its on something thats for decoration.
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Old 01-21-2010, 09:05 AM
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Buttons on quilts are great! They add just the right zing to any quilt that is not for small children. Flatter buttons are better for bed quilts, while any button works well for wall quilts. Buttons are perfect for any quilt you make!
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Old 01-21-2010, 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by dglvr
I use buttons only if its on something thats for decoration.
my thoughts too.
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Old 01-21-2010, 12:50 PM
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If buttons are good enough for pajamas and nightgowns, they ought to be good enough for quilts. Just my opinion.
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Old 01-21-2010, 01:11 PM
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I made an applique and decided to use buttons on it. 168 buttons later......

My friend keeps promising me to take a picture. I'll have to ping her again.
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Old 01-21-2010, 01:51 PM
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Ouch ouch ouch! My long hair would be hopelessly tangled around buttons on a sleeping quilt! Wall hangings, no problem!
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