13 Brilliant Ways to Reuse Old Buttons
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Get inspired with 13 ideas for reusing old buttons in imaginative and practical ways. We all have buttons in our junk drawer – ones that came with new clothes or ones we found in the washer, dryer, or on the floor.
Reuse Old Buttons
Transform your unused buttons into something extraordinary!
Let me show you how to make the coolest rustic love sign using old buttons and keys.
Here is a unique and clever way to reuse old buttons! This handmade fidget blanket was a gift for my mom and it was a hit!
Patty from Hearth and Vine used heirloom buttons to make wax seal stamps. This is such a fun way to use buttons and to add a personal touch to cards and letters.
Learn how to make adorable button earrings in all the colors of the rainbow! These earrings are sure to be popular with pre-teens, teens or adults who want to add a pop of color to their wardrobe.
Download the free printable template to make it super easy to create DIY artwork with buttons in bright and cheerful colors.
Chelsea from Making Manzanita shares a creative idea for button flowers that are perfect for Mother’s Day. There is even a free card and tag you can download!
Put all of those unused buttons to good use by updating an old clutch bag. This makes a great statement piece that can be enjoyed for years to come!
Learn how to make a beautiful canvas project full of vibrant colors using buttons. What a pretty piece to display anywhere in your home.
Make a customized wall sign by following this step-by-step tutorial. All you need are old buttons, a wood sign and glue!
If you are looking for a unique mobile, this craft project is for you! It is surprisingly easy and inexpensive to make. Use neutral buttons, or make it colorful.
Plan a craft session with friends, or kids and make your own pretty button bracelets. Wouldn't this be great for a birthday party make and take?
Add a pretty touch of decor to a doorknob or other areas in your home by making super cute fabric yoyo flowers.
Make colorful fabric keychains by repurposing old buttons and fabric scraps. Perfect for teacher gifts, neighbors, co-workers or for yourself!
Did you pick a favorite project? How do you reuse old buttons? Don’t let them just hang out in the drawer. Leave a note if you have time and thanks for being here, Kathy
