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Zappycat 11-16-2010 03:24 PM
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!!

Ladybug 1938 11-16-2010 05:04 PM
I have made a couple name tag necklaces with buttons, look darling my little group of 10 gals have made them...

okiepastor 11-16-2010 07:15 PM
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...

SewExtremeSeams 11-16-2010 09:57 PM
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.
Cool idea! Sounds very interesting. Thanks for sharing. I went to Spokane today and found some buttons at Hobby Lobby which didn't cost an arm and a leg. I am trying to make time to look in all the places everyone has suggested. I don't know why life and housework have to get in my way? :shock: :shock:

SewExtremeSeams 11-16-2010 10:00 PM
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
That makes me sad that someone who didn't give a wit about your memories, stole from you. I pray that the Lord will restore those to you in unique ways. God bless you. :-D

SewExtremeSeams 11-16-2010 10:07 PM
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...
I will post photos soon. Please anyone who uses buttons in their crafts, please post photos also. It is a great thing to learn from seeing others' creativity. :-D

Casperscott 12-28-2010 11:22 PM
carport sales and older family members are two good sources.

Casperscott 12-28-2010 11:23 PM
I would like to see some of your pin cushions

gale 12-29-2010 12:24 AM
I bought some buttons I really liked at http://www.orientaltrading.com. Not sure if they were cheap though.

SewExtremeSeams 12-29-2010 04:27 AM
Originally Posted by Casperscott
I would like to see some of your pin cushions
HI Rebecca, well, now that Christmas is over I will try to get one posted.


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