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Originally Posted by applique
I love some of the really cute buttons out there. I finally decided that they could be crocheted into real cute bracelets. Maybe a few for Xmas.
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You could always go to the goodwill in your area. When they are changing seasonal clothing I believe they mark their clothing down and you could probably purchase them cheaper than buying new buttons in a store.
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I just came across a site it is www.buttonsgalore.com
not sure what they have just came acrossed it. |
I look for buttons at thrift and goodwill stores, also yard sales. Presently I'm making an "altered book" called How To Sew On A Button. It's for my son. I have a few photos to add to pages on sewing on a button, also a bit of history on buttons and then things that pertain to buttons in general. Example: belly button, I have a photo of a tomato that looks like it has a belly button. My sister gave me buttons that she made by cutting deer antlers, those are neat.
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Homesew.com has alot of buttons.
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Buttons. Buttons. I like buttons. LOL. I watch for them on clearance racks; use coupons for discounts; watch the local thrift stores,yard sales, etc. Bag sales at the thrift stores can be a good source as long as the bag price is reasonable. I've brought home many a $1 and $2 bags full of clothes with neat buttons on them. You'd be surprised how much you can stuff in a bag - especially if you roll things up. The clothes can also be taken apart and used as fabric, trims, rags, etc.
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just a sob story.........2 years ago our home was vandalized. the room that makes me the most sad is my sewing room, I did not have a button, thread, needle, sewing machine,nor any stash left.I know what you mean about needing buttons.......................... and anything else that we quilters need. little by little I am starting over ,,, but will never ever get back the memories in my button boxes..........Jacie
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Try Salvation Army and Goodwill.
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Just Google buttons and you you will find all kinds of sites for buttons for crafts and such.
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I remember going through my grandmother's buttons. I still have some that look like horse shoes.
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I sure can relate. I hate a thief. I was robbed a couple of months ago. I'm still sick.
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Really cute ones there, as well. Darn! |
I get alot of mine from the second hand store.
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I like to use buttons too. I order from
www.shellysbuttonsandmore.com they have lots of themed buttons beside just regular and the prices are pretty good too. have fun ravonda |
Fabric.com has 20% off buttons, just got an ad from them. If you search long enough, you'll find what you're looking for. Good luck.
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Originally Posted by SewExtreme
HI, I am busy making pincushions. Something that has turned into a lot of fun. I want to decorate with buttons. Also they are great for embellishing quilts, especially doll quilt size.
I find that Joann's source is limited and pricey. Where have all the buttons gone? I remember when there used to be racks and racks of buttons... all sizes; all prices and a lot of colors. Thanks for your help in advance. I go to the rummage sales where you bag up stuff for a dollar or two and get stuff with lots of buttons or ones I like. Great source. I have a large jug full. :-D |
Try Newark Dressmaker Supply. They have doll buttons.
www.newarkdress.com I have ordered from them and they are great. |
hi
check WAWAK.com |
I just bought several pounds of buttons from www.bennosbuttons.com
I believe I paid 6.00 a pound-- thats lots of buttons. |
Originally Posted by dunngriffith
I just bought several pounds of buttons from www.bennosbuttons.com
I believe I paid 6.00 a pound-- thats lots of buttons. |
Donna,
I buy all of my buttons at flea markets. I know that soesn't help you for right now, but something to think about for next spring and summer. Some are very pricey now, but you can still, on a good day, find a mason jar full for $2. I love buttons and have zillions of them because I use them on sachets that I make. I would love to see your pincushions too because I have been thinking about making some! Post photos soon!! |
I have made a couple name tag necklaces with buttons, look darling my little group of 10 gals have made them...
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I had stuff stolen, too--lost my great-grandma's button box--AND her cabinets and tables.that had come from Vermont via covered wagon. It is the pits...
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Originally Posted by adrianlee
... Presently I'm making an "altered book" called How To Sew On A Button. It's for my son. I have a few photos to add to pages on sewing on a button, also a bit of history on buttons and then things that pertain to buttons in general. Example: belly button, I have a photo of a tomato that looks like it has a belly button. My sister gave me buttons that she made by cutting deer antlers, those are neat.
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Originally Posted by jacie
just a sob story.........2 years ago our home was vandalized. the room that makes me the most sad is my sewing room, I did not have a button, thread, needle, sewing machine,nor any stash left.I know what you mean about needing buttons.......................... and anything else that we quilters need. little by little I am starting over ,,, but will never ever get back the memories in my button boxes..........Jacie
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Originally Posted by Ladybug 1938
I have made a couple name tag necklaces with buttons, look darling my little group of 10 gals have made them...
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carport sales and older family members are two good sources.
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I would like to see some of your pin cushions
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I bought some buttons I really liked at http://www.orientaltrading.com. Not sure if they were cheap though.
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Originally Posted by Casperscott
I would like to see some of your pin cushions
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Originally Posted by gale
I bought some buttons I really liked at http://www.orientaltrading.com. Not sure if they were cheap though.
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you should look in the classified section on here. support your local quilter.
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