Shop Now!!! Storewide 2020 THANKFUL Sale @ ILikeBigButtons.com November 23 2020

 

2020 Thankful Sale @ ILikeBigButtons.com

Black Friday - Small Business Saturday - Cyber Monday all rolled into one!

Before we prepare to celebrate another amazing Thanksgiving with our family, I wanted to give all of you our Thankful Deals so you can get started with some great Christmas crafts or for you pre-planners ;) some last-minute projects.

Coupon Codes* (Good through November 30, 2020 on our website):

THANKFUL10 for 10% off orders 

THANKFUL15 for 15% off orders $500+

 

***BONUS: Don't forget that US orders $99+ also get upgraded to free shipping!!!

Black Friday orders made Thanksgiving Day through November 29th (Sunday) will ship out Monday with our morning pickup. Thank you for your understanding and business! Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!!! Have a great crafty holiday week!!!

I Like Big Buttons! and All Buttons big and small :)

KAM Snaps:

Pacifier Supplies:

Cover Buttons:

Key Fob Hardware:

Lobster Clasps:

Barrettes:

Bobby Pins:

Paper Clips:

Earring Supplies:

Sewing Clips:

And Much More...

 

* Limit 1 coupon per order 

 

What are you feeling Thankful, Grateful, and Blessed about today? November 23 2020

FLASH SALE! Take 10% Off Bobby Pin and Barrette Supplies @ ILikeBigButtons.com November 18 2020

FLASH SALE! TAKE 10% OFF BOBBY PIN AND BARRETTE SUPPLIES

Today only! Take 10% off all our Bobby Pin and Barrette Supplies using coupon code: HAIRPINS10

Bobby Pin Sale Link

Barrette Sale Link 

Tuesday Humor @ ILikeBigButtons.com November 17 2020

Jean Pacifier Clip with Fabric Rosette November 16 2020

Supplies for a Recycled Jean Pacifier Clip with Fabric Rosette:

• 1 Pair of Holey Jeans
• 1 1/2" to 2" x 24" long strip of Fabric
• 1 KAM Plastic Pacifier Clip
• 1 KAM Snap Sets
• KAM Snap Pliers and Awl
• Sewing Clips
• Standard Sewing Machine
• Hot Glue Gun
• Fabri-Tac - Fabric Adhesive

Instructions:

1. Using an old, holey pair of Jeans cut two 1 1/2" x 14" strips of material.
2. Use Sewing Clips to hold the material, wrong sides together, right sides facing out.
3. Stitch around the strip of fabric about a 1/4 to 3/8" in all the way around making sure to backstitch at the start and end.
4. Pull on the edges to fray the jean material up to the stitch you made.  I used a crafty child :) with a cutting board and a fork.  It will also fray over time but I was going for this look.
5. To make the Fabric Rosette, fold the fabric in half, wrong sides together, two times.  You will end up with about 1/2" or less strip of fabric 24" long.  I used an iron to fold it, not so much that it was completely flat, just enough that it held its shape.  Start at one end and hot glue the first bit of it back against itself.
6. Continue this ever so often so that the 'bud' stays together.
7. Make the bud or center of the rose about 1/2" in diameter.  Add one last drop of hot glue.
8. Now twist the fabric 360 degrees, so that the bottom becomes the top.  Tack it with a small bead of hot glue and repeat.
9. Continue twisting and gluing until you run out of fabric or until you reach the desired size of your rosette.
10. It will look like this when you are finished.
11. Glue the last bit of fabric on the underside of the Rosette securely with hot glue.
12. For a more finished look, I added a circle of felt to the bottom with Fabri-Tac.
13. Put the KAM Plastic Pacifier Clip on the Fabric strip about 1″ in.
14. Fold back 1″ of the strip back onto itself.
15. Straight stitch across the fabric strip just behind the KAM Plastic Pacifier Clip.  Make sure to set the stitch.
16. Make sure that the internal snap in a comfortable distance to accommodate the width of the handle, I spaced my KAM Snaps about 2″ apart using the Pacifier I have with the biggest handle.
17. Now on the side where the Pacifier will be attached, I installed a Cap and Socket about 1/2″ from the edge.  I used Size 20 snaps for this tutorial but either Size 20 or Size 16 will work great.
18. Add Fabric Rosette with Fabri-Tac to the Pacifier Clip just above the clip.
19. Now snap the Pacifier in place, attach to your child’s outfit and go.
20. Tada!  Okay, I think I am in love.  Super cute!  Happy Snapping!!!  To see our other great Pacifier Clip Tutorial and KAM Plastic Snap Ideas and buy these supplies visit I Like Big Buttons.com.

Disclaimer:  Keep in mind that although I have rough tested these I in no way recommend you leave your baby alone with these as there are small pieces and if not done properly they may come apart and become a choking hazard.  I would recommend these clips under adult supervision only.  The maker and/or parent assumes full responsibility when using these pacifier clips.

FLASH SALE! Take An Additional 15% Off Clearance Items @ ILikeBigButtons.com November 11 2020

Today only! Take an additional 

15% off all our Clearance Craft Supplies

using coupon code:

CLEARANCE15

Tuesday Humor @ ILikeBigButtons.com November 10 2020

Especially this time of year!!! 😊😜😁

Our Violet (B41) KAM Plastic Snap is one of our most popular colors and a favorite of mine. If you are not into Violet, we carry 16 other shades of purple and 130+ unique colors of snaps.

"No Sew" Pacifier Clip with KAM Snaps and Enamel Clip by ILikeBigButtons.com November 03 2020

Supplies for a "No Sew" Pacifier Clip:

• Pacifier with Hinged Handle
• 14-15" of 7/8" Grosgrain Ribbon
• 1 Enamel Clip or Plastic Clip
• 2 KAM Snap Sets
• KAM Snap Pliers and Awl
• Fabric Tac
• Lighter or Chef's Torch

Instructions:

1. Choose a 7/8" or 3/4" Grosgrain Ribbon, cut a 14" to 16" length of ribbon.  I did 7/8" Grosgrain Ribbon and I cut it 16" long so when it was completed it was approximately 12" long.
2. The ribbon I was using was made of polyester so I used a lighter to seal the ends of the ribbon so it doesn't fray.  (If you are unsure, you may want to practice on a scrap piece if this is your first time or you are unsure of what the material is made of.)
3. Then I used a bit of Fabric Tac and folded over 1" of the ribbon back on itself to reinforce the ribbon and pressed it firmly and let it dry.  Repeat on the opposite end.
4. Once dry, I installed a Cap and Socket in each end of the ribbon about 1/2" from the edge.  I used Size 20 snaps for this tutorial but either Size 20 or Size 16 will work great.
5. On the side that will hold the Enamel Clip, I simply folded the ribbon over at the 1" mark and installed a Cap and Stud where it would meet.  I, then, feed the Enamel Clip onto the ribbon and snapped it into place.  It may have been easier to thread on the pacifier clip before installing any Snap parts but I was able to feed it through without much trouble.
6. Now on the side where the Pacifier will be attached, adjust the internal snap at a comfortable distance to accommodate the width of the handle.  I went an additional 1/2" for the Pacifier, I used.
7. Now snap the Pacifier in place, attach to your child's shirt and go.
8. Tada!  Happy Snapping!!!

Monday Humor @ ILikeBigButtons.com November 02 2020

I Like Big Buttons! 👶 Pacifier Supply Sale 👶 November 01 2020

Pacifier Supplies & Pacifier Adapters

are 10% OFF

No Coupon Necessary

Time to Stock Up!


Good Through November 30, 2020.

Fabric Key Fob Hardware Wristlets by ILikeBigButtons.com October 27 2020

Supplies:

• 10" x 5" Fabric of your Choosing
• 10″ x 2.5" Piece of Fusible Fleece or 10" x 5" Fusible Interfacing
• 1 Key Fob Hardware and Split Ring
• Key Fob Hardware Pliers
• Sewing Clips
• Standard Sewing Machine
• Fray Check

Instructions:

1. Cut a 10" x 5" section of Fabric of your choosing and 10" x 2.5" Fusible Fleece.
2. Iron Fusible Fleece to the center of the fabric.  Fold and iron the Fabric in half with the wrong sides together.
3. Unfold and iron the Fabric in half again long sides to the center.
4. It will look like this when you get done.
5. Use your Sewing Clips to pin the Wristlet flat.
6. Stitch along the edge of your Fabric strip, I stitched 1/4" in.  Remove the Sewing Clips as you go.  Work slowly, keeping close to the edge and as straight of a line as possible.
7. Repeat 1/4" stitching along the opposing edge.
8. Fold the Fabric Wristlet Strip in half, right sides facing out and match up the ends.
9. Stitch the ends together with a zig zag stitch.  I went back and forth a few times to ensure it held.
10. Trim any loose threads.  Use Fray Check to seal the end of the exposed Fabric edge.
11. Tuck the sewn seam ends into the Key Fob Hardware, making sure that the Fabric Wristlet is centered.
12. Using Key Fob Hardware Pliers squeeze the Key Fob Hardware closed with gentle pressure.  Sometimes, I go back and forth from left to right added a little bit of pressure to each side until it eases together.  Our Key Fob Hardware Pliers make this easy to do.
13. Note the adjustable screw set to the distance I want the pliers to go to.
14. Add the Split Ring and Yay!!!
15. I love them and now I have a few sets to share!!!

Friday Humor @ ILikeBigButtons.com October 23 2020

Some days, for sure! 😜

BTW, this is B38 - Deep Red, one of my all-time favorite KAM plastic snap colors. It is the quintessential red and reminds me of fall apples, fire trucks, and school pride. Can you guess what one of my school colors was growing up? 🥰 If you are not into Deep Red, we carry 9 other shades of red, 15 shades of pink, and 130+ unique colors of snaps.

How to Make a Key Fob Lip Balm Holder by I Like Big Buttons! October 21 2020

I Like Big Buttons! KAM Plastic Snaps - Color Of The Day!!! B40 - Pumpkin 🎃 October 19 2020

Fabric and Cotton Webbing Key Fob Tutorial October 14 2020

I Like Big Buttons! KAM Plastic Snaps - Color Of The Day!!! B10 - Sunset Yellow October 09 2020

Our Sunset Yellow (B10) KAM Plastic Snap reminds me of brisk, but sunny Fall days and colorful Fall leaves.

If you are not into Sunset Yellow, we carry 9 other shades of yellow and 130+ unique colors of snaps.

Ribbon and Cotton Webbing Key Fob Tutorial October 05 2020

How to make a Ribbon Key Fob Wristlet:

You will need:

• Scissors
• Sewing Machine
• Iron

Supplies:

• 1.25" Cotton Webbing
• Ribbon (Narrower than the Cotton Webbing)
• Coordinating color thread
• Heat N Bond or Fusible Tape
• 1.25" (32 mm) Key Fob Hardware
• Key Fob Hardware Pliers

Instructions (adjust accordingly for 1" hardware):

1. Cut a 10" section of the Cotton Webbing and Ribbon of your choosing.
2. Cut a 10" section of Heat N Bond, keeping it thinner than your ribbon.
3. Iron the Heat N Bond to your Cotton Webbing, making sure to center it. This is not a necessary step but it makes it easier to sew the Ribbon on especially with embroidered ribbon.
4. Iron the Ribbon to the Cotton Webbing.
5. Sew up one side of the Ribbon and down the other. The Ribbon should now be securely attached to the Cotton Webbing.
6. Trim the edges so they are even.
7. Fold the Cotton Webbing in half, right sides facing out and match up the ends.
8. Stitch the ends together with a 1/4" seam allowance.
9. Trim any loose threads.
10. Tuck the sewn seam ends into the Key Fob Hardware, making sure that the Cotton Webbing is centered.
11. Using your Key Fob Hardware Pliers with silicone tips to protect the metal from getting scratched, squeeze the Key Fob Hardware closed a little at a time. I like to go back and forth a couple times so that I don't over crimp one side.
12. Add the Key Ring and Yay!!! You are done. Good Job!!!

I Like Big Buttons! 🔑 Key Fob Hardware Sale 🔑 October 01 2020

I Like Big Buttons! KAM Plastic Snaps - Color Of The Day!!! B51 – Kelly Green Our Kelly Green (B51) September 30 2020

Color Of The Day!!! B51 – Kelly Green

Our Kelly Green (B51) KAM Plastic Snap reminds me of beautiful green grass and lazy summer days. I am not ready for summer to end! 😭

If you are not into Kelly Green, we carry 16 other shades of green and 130+ unique colors of snaps.

You Got This! Giveaway Week @ I Like Big Buttons! September 14 2020

Labor Day Sale!!! Take An Additional 15% Off Clearance Items September 04 2020

Happy Labor Day Weekend!!!

In honor of the last great Summer Weekend, today, September 4th, through Monday, September 7th, take an additional 15% off all our Clearance Craft Supplies using coupon code: CLEARANCE15

Clearance and Sale Link

🌺 Cabochon Push Pin Kits and Cover Button Push Pin Kits 🌺 @ ILikeBigButtons.com September 01 2020

DIY Cherry Blossom Cabochons Push Pins/Thumb Tacks KIT (22 mm) - Makes 10

DIY Size 30 (3/4" (19 mm) Covered Button Push Pins/Thumb Tacks KIT - Makes 10

If you are looking for a super easy, fun, and impactful craft project, these decorative push pins are for you and just in time for the beginning of school.

Using our Cabochon DIY Push Pin Kit or Cover Button DIY Push Pin Kit, you can make these message or corkboard accessories that are super cute and well-received without much effort.

Place a small dab of E-6000 or a comparable adhesive on the metal circle glue pad on the push pins. Then simply press the flower cabochon or completed cover button into place and center it. Allow to dry for the recommended amount of time per adhesive's directions and enjoy!

The hardest part is waiting for the glue to dry. 😜

To see other great DIY STARTER KIT options, visit our DIY KITS section here.

I Like Big Buttons! KAM Plastic Snaps - Color Of The Day!!! G114 - Grape Soda August 31 2020

Our Grape Soda (G114) KAM Plastic Snap reminds me of the lingering lazy summer days, picnics at the river, and of course, a cool can of Grape Soda. ☀️😁☀️

If you are not into Grape Soda, we carry 16 other shades of purple and 130+ unique colors of snaps.

15% OFF MEGA Starter Packs in Size 20 and Size 16 @ I Like Big Buttons! August 25 2020

We are running a sale on our MEGA Starter Packs in Size 20 and Size 16. No coupon necessary.

You can choose from our Mega Starter Packs in Size 20 or Size 16 with either 10 or 25 sets of each color.

Size 20 Mega Starter Pack A:
Our first 60 KAM Snap Colors (B1 through B60) plus Clear in Size 20.

OR

Size 20 Mega Starter Pack B:
All 70 of our custom KAM Snap Colors (G61-G130) in Size 20

• Size 20 snaps are our most popular size and can be used for most general projects like baby diapers and clothing. Size 20 snaps have the largest color variety, have a good strong hold, and are a good size for most projects.
• Each set includes 2 round caps, 1 socket and 1 stud.

OR

Size 16 Mega Starter Pack A:
All 60 KAM Snap Colors (B1 through B60) in Size 16

• Size 16 (0.4" - 10.2 mm) snaps are most commonly used for baby and toddler clothing, pacifier clips, mama pads, and small crafts.
• Each set includes 2 round caps, 1 socket and 1 stud.

Pronged Stud Tutorial: Stackable KAM Plastic Snaps by I Like Big Buttons! August 19 2020

Pronged studs enable snap stacking. They take the place of a cap and allow your item to be snapped from both sides. While typically used to make a double-sided snap, they can be daisy-chained.

They are available in as few as 25, 100, and 1000 pieces.

Here is a simple tutorial to show the versatility of Pronged Studs.

Supplies:

• Size 20 KAM Plastic Snaps (Colors of your choosing)
• Size 20 Pronged Studs
• Sheets of Colored Felt or Fabric
• Scissors

1. Plan your layered flower, insert the Snap Cap through the first layer and back it with a socket. Form the KAM plastic snap.

2. Insert a Pronged Stud through the second layer and back it with a stud. Form the Pronged Stud and Stud together using the pronged stud die into the bottom of your press, and stud die into the top of your press.

3. Insert a Pronged Stud through the third layer and back it with a socket. Form the Pronged Stud and Socket together using the pronged stud die into the bottom of your press, and socket die into the top of your press.

4. Insert the Snap Cap through the fourth layer and back it with a socket. Form the KAM plastic snap.

5. Now snap all the layers together and enjoy!

6. Tada! Below is a close up for how they stack together. Pronged studs enable snap stacking. They take the place of a cap and allow your item to be snapped from both sides. While typically used to make a double-sided snap, they can be daisy-chained infinitely.

Pronged Studs:

• Have a 5.6mm prong like standard size 20 snaps.
• Requires a DK-98 press, size 20 pronged stud die, and size 20 three piece die set OR DK-93 press, size 20 pronged stud die, and size 20 three piece die set.
• Cannot be installed with snap pliers.
• Are sold as pronged studs only. Caps, sockets, and regular studs are available separately.

A stud or socket can be installed on the other side of the pronged stud. Just insert the pronged stud die into the bottom of your press, and the socket or stud die into the top of your press.

© ILikeBigButtons.com and I Like Big Buttons Blog, 2020.

I Like Big Buttons! KAM Plastic Snaps - Color Of The Day!!! G122 - Fuchsia August 18 2020

I Like Big Buttons! Crew Is Going On Vacation! July 28 2020

Just ahead up, for the first time in sixteen years, our I Like Big Buttons! family is going on vacation. Not a three-day over a holiday weekend kinda one. Nope. A REAL vacation with our kiddos! It has been a long time coming.

As small business owners, it is hard to take a break because well, customers need questions answered, orders need shipping, and there is no one to hand it off to when you want to push pause.

After sixteen years, we decided to push PAUSE, just for a week, so that we can spend some real time with our kids outside of our normal routine. A week where the business doesn't consume our time and energies.

So here's the heads up, if you have been putting off an order, now is the time to make it. We will be accepting orders and shipping until August 4th at 3pm PT and won't reopen until August 13th. Any and all orders made between the evening of August 4th through August 13th will ship out August 14th.

We also will be off Social Media and out of internet range for most of the week, meaning any product or order questions you have won't be answered until we return on August 13th, as we responsibly "social distance vacation" as a family.

Thank you for understanding as we give our patient kiddos some much deserved Dad/Mom attention and time.

Gena and the I Like Big Buttons! Crew

🎆 Happy Fourth of July! 🎆 Sale at ILikeBigButtons.com July 03 2020

Before we prepare to celebrate another great 4th with our Little Buttons, I wanted to give all of you our Celebration Deals so you can get some great summer crafts.

Coupon Codes ( Good through Monday 7/6/20 on @ I Like Big Buttons! ):

FOURTH5 for 5% off of orders over $25

FOURTH10 for 10% off of orders over $100

FOURTH15 for 15% off of orders over $200

***BONUS: Don't forget that US orders over $99 also get upgraded to free shipping!!!

Happy Fourth of July from our family to yours!!! Have a great snappy holiday week!!!

I Like Big Buttons! and All Buttons BIG and small 🎆🎆🎆

I Like Big Buttons! 🦩 Sizzling Summer Combo Sale 🦩 July 01 2020

Sizzling Summer Combo Packs are 20% OFF

No Coupon Necessary

Time to stock up!

Good Through July 31, 2020.

Happy Fourth of July 🎇!🎆 Professional KAM Plastic Snap Press GIVEAWAY! @ I Like Big Buttons! June 24 2020

Craft Humor: You never know what you have until you clean your craft room. June 22 2020

School's Out For Summer! Giveaway @ I Like Big Buttons! June 08 2020

If you started singing - School's Out - by Alice Cooper, about a month ago you are not alone! You will find this song blasting from my home speakers we FINALLY enter the last week of school. 😜

Free Downloadable/Printable Chart to attach "G" Custom Colors June 04 2020

Printable Chart/Grid for the "G" Custom Colors	Printable Chart/Grid for the "G" Custom Colors (Flipped/Foldable)

I Like Big Buttons! Printable Chart/Grid for the "G" Custom Colors (G61 through G130)

My sweet husband created 2 pdf charts for our ILBB "G" KAM Plastic Snaps Custom Colors with a small circle in each square so that your snap caps can be placed neatly in the chart.

He also split it into two charts to make it easier to attach the snaps with pliers or press if you would like. They can also be attached with glue. And he formatted it so that you can choose between either a "both sides up" version or a "flippable" version so you can fold it in half and flip it and have the second half of the chart right side up.

Now, you can have an easy quick reference chart like Standard KAM plastic snap chart for B1 through B60. You can print the charts on paper or cardstock and attach our exclusive "G" Custom Colors for a handy reference guide when ordering or deciding on fabric/snap combinations.

They are available in the above links, but you can also find it on our website in the main menu under "Color Charts".

Where to buy Standard KAM plastic snap chart and samples of our 70 custom colors.

Craft Quote Of The Day June 03 2020

😉

#kamsnaps #keyfobs #coverbuttons #metalfindings #jumbopaperclips #pacifiersupplies #somanysupplies #craftsanity #humor #craftquotes #mamaboss #mompreneur #craftstore #ilikebigbuttons #shopilikebigbuttons #craftcurator #craftsupplycollection #extensivecraftsupplycollection

I Like Big Buttons! 📎📎📎 Jumbo Paper Clips 📎📎📎 June 01 2020

Jumbo Paper Clips & Jumbo Paper Clip DIY Kits are 10% OFF

No Coupon Necessary

Time to Stock Up!

Cabochon Bobby Pin Kits by ILikeBigButtons.com May 29 2020

DIY - SMALL - Mum Cabochon Bobby Pins KIT (10 mm) - Makes 10 Bobby Pins	DIY - MEDIUM - Mum Cabochon Bobby Pins KIT (16 mm) - Makes 10 Bobby Pins
DIY - MEDIUM - Cherry Blossom Cabochon Bobby Pins KIT (16 mm) - Makes 10 Bobby Pins	DIY - LARGE - Cherry Blossom Cabochon Bobby Pins KIT (22 mm) - Makes 10 Bobby Pins

If you are looking for a super easy, fun, and impactful craft project, these are for you. My little girls were thrilled to be the recipients of my craftiness. 

Using our Cabochon Bobby Pin DIY Kits, you too can make gifts that are super cute and well-received without much effort.

Supplies:

• Mum or Cherry Blossom Cabochons
• Enameled Bobby Pins
• E6000 Glue or Comparable Adhesive (*glue not included)

We carry a colorful mix of Mums in Small or Medium.

10 mm Mum Cabochons:

16 mm Mum Cabochons:

OR a colorful mix of Cherry Blossom Cabochons in Medium or Large.

16 mm Cherry Blossom Cabochons:

22 mm Cherry Blossom Cabochons:

You pick finish of your bobby pins from a colorful selection:

Place a small dab of E-6000 or a comparable adhesive on the metal circle glue pad on the bobby pin. Then simply press the flower cabochon into place and center it. Allow to dry for the recommended amount of time per adhesive's directions and enjoy!

The hardest part is waiting for the glue to dry. 😜

Tada!

To see other great DIY STARTER KIT options, visit our DIY KITS section here.