How to make Cover Button Badge Reels with I Like Big Buttons! DIY Kit March 10 2022

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How To Make Fabric Cover Button Earrings @ ILikeBigButtons.com January 10 2022

Assembling fabric covered buttons is easy and fun! ILikeBigButtons.com carries 7 sizes of fabric cover buttons. Our buttons range from 1/2 inch to 1 7/8 inches in diameter. We offer them in both flat back (glueable) and wire back (sewable).

Visit our Cover Button page to see our full selections of Fabric Cover Buttons and tools.

Visit our Earring Supplies page to see our full selection of Earring Posts and Backs.

Check out our Inspiration Board to find a plethora of Tutorials and Ideas for how to use Cover Buttons and Earring Supplies in your crafty projects.

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So many 😍 Key Fob Wristlets @ ILikeBigButtons.com September 01 2021

So many 😍 Key Fob Wristlets.

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To see other great Key Fob Hardware, Pendant Bezel, and Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

School Must-Haves @ ILikeBigButtons.com August 24 2021

With the school year starting back up, I couldn't resist. 😄

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To see other great Cover Button and Jumbo Paper Clip ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

Fabric Cover Buttons - Easy Peasy, Beautiful Impact! @ ILikeBigButtons.com August 19 2021

These aren't your grandma's Cover Buttons!!! Well, actually they are 😉 only better, with so many, many great uses for them.

💜 Flat Backs are used for crafts where you would like to glue a cover button: jewelry, bracelets, rings, earrings, necklaces, bobby pins and barrettes, scrapbooking, and much more.

💙 Wire Backs are used for fabric cover buttons in sewing, shoes, clothing, ponytail holders and much, much more.

Here are the 7 sizes we carry. From 1/2", which is about as small as your pinky nail, all the way up to 1 7/8" in diameter, about the size of the round side of a kiwi fruit.

We carry them in both flat back (glueable) and wire back (sewable).

• Size 20 (1/2 inch / 12 mm)
• Size 24 (5/8 inch / 15 mm)
• Size 30 (3/4 inch / 19 mm)
• Size 36 (7/8 inch / 23 mm)
• Size 45 (1 1/8 inch / 28 mm)
• Size 60 (1 1/2 inch / 38 mm)
• Size 75 (1 7/8 inch / 48 mm)

Assembling fabric Cover Buttons is fast and simple. In just seconds, you will have a button ready for your latest craft project.

Inspiration Board: Fabric Cover Buttons

Fabric Cover Button Jumbo Paper Clips @ ILikeBigButtons.com July 13 2021

I'm in with Jumbo Paper Clips and Cover Buttons.

Quick & easy craft with stunning results!

Making Lace & Fabric Cover Button Earrings @ ILikeBigButtons.com June 09 2021

Supplies:

Flat Back Cover Buttons (I used Size 24, Size 30, and Size 36 Cover Buttons)
Cover Button Assembly Tools
Cover Button Templates
Fabric Scraps
Lace Scraps
E6000 Adhesive or Hot Glue
Sharpie Permanent Marker
Surgical Stainless Steel Earring Posts and Backs

Instructions:

1. Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank or use one of our handy Plastic Cover Button Templates.

2. Put your lace piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). Then, put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.

3. Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.

4. Press the Cover Button edges down into the tool.

5. Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.

6. Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.

7. Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again.

8. When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.

9. Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.

10. Tada! First step complete.

11. Lightly scuff the back of the Cover Button so the glue will adhere better (not essential but recommended).

12. Clean both surfaces of dust. I used rubbing alcohol and a cotton swab.

13. Apply E6000 to back of Cover Button or Earring Post.

14. Press Earring Post into place and remove any extra Adhesive. On smaller sized Cover Buttons center the post, as they increase in size adjust post towards top.

15. Let dry, add Earring Backing/Nut, and enjoy.

16. Tada! Lace and Fabric Cover Button Earrings are great a gifts or as products for your shop.

Making Cover Button Paper Clip Bookmarks @ ILikeBigButtons.com April 05 2021

How To Make Fabric Cover Button Jumbo Paper Clip Bookmarks:

Supplies:

1 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Attach size 36 (7/8" - 23 mm), size 45 (1 1/8" - 28 mm), or size 60 (1 1/2" - 38 mm) flat back cover buttons.)
1 Jumbo Paper Clip
E6000 or comparable adhesive

Instructions:

Follow these instructions to make Flat Back Fabric Covered Buttons.
Make sure the surfaces of the Cover Button back and Paper Clip gluepad are clean and free of oil.
Apply E6000 to the back of the Cover Button.
Press into place over the glue pad on the Paper clip at the desired height and remove any extra Adhesive. The bigger the Cover Button the higher you will want to center the cover button.
Let dry and enjoy.
Tada!

You are done! Use these adorable Paper Clips to hold your place in your favorite book or cookbook. Enjoy!

Making A Fabric Cover Button Full-Size Clothespin @ ILikeBigButtons.com February 23 2021

How to Make Cover Button Bobby Full-Size Clothespins:

Supplies:

1 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Attach Size 30 (3/4 inch / 19 mm), Size 36 (7/8 inch / 23 mm), or Size 45 (1 1/8 inch / 28 mm) flat back cover buttons.)
1x Full-Size Wooden Clothespin
1x Medium Plain Button
E6000, Hot Glue, or comparable adhesive

Instructions:

Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank.
Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.
Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.
Press the cover button edges down into the tool. *TIP* To make it easier on my fingers, I use a sharpie marker to apply pressure.
Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. *TIP* If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.
Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.
Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again. *TIP* I often use a flat piece of wood to apply pressure, again to save my fingers. It also helps to avoid the button back going in at an angle.
When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.
Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.
Tada! Now to attach it to the Clothespin.
Use Hot Glue or E6000 to adhere a small plain button to the underside of the Cover Button. This is to fill the space between the back and the edges. You can also use felt or some other small object. You just need it to be sturdy enough to offer support. A small plastic button works great for this. You will see that the button is now flush across the bottom. I cut off the little nubs of glue that leaked through the button holes.
Now adhere the finished Cover Button to the Clothespin. Press into place and center it until you are pleased with the alignment. Set aside to dry.
Tada! Additional uses:

Add a thin magnet to the back and use on your magnetic board.
Add a push pin to the back and use on your cork board.

How To Make A Fabric Cover Button Mini Clothespin

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

Making Fabric Cover Button Bobby Pins @ ILikeBigButtons.com February 19 2021

How to Make Cover Button Bobby Pins:

Supplies:

1 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Choose your size, Size 20 through Size 45 all work great, size depends on the statement you want to make)
1 Bobby Pin
E6000 or comparable adhesive

Steps:

Follow these instructions to make Flat Back Fabric Covered Buttons.
Apply E6000 to back of Cover Button.
Press Bobby Pin into place and remove any extra Adhesive. On smaller sized Cover buttons center the glue pad, as they increase in size adjust accordingly.
Let dry and enjoy.
Tada!

You are done! Wear these adorable Bobby Pins to match or accent your favorite outfit or dress up your favorite t-shirt and jeans for an afternoon outing. Enjoy!

Making Fabric Cover Button Earrings @ ILikeBigButtons.com February 16 2021

How to Make Cover Button Earrings:

Supplies:

2 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Choose your size, Size 20 through Size 60 all work great, size depends on the statement you want to make)
1 set of Earring Post & Backs
E6000 or comparable adhesive

Steps:

Follow these instructions to make Flat Back Fabric Covered Buttons.
Apply E6000 to the back of the Cover Button.
Press Earring Post into place and remove any extra Adhesive. On smaller sized Cover buttons center the post, as they increase in size adjust the post towards the top.
Let dry, add Earring Backing/Nut, and enjoy.
Tada!

You are done! Wear these adorable Earrings to match or accent your favorite outfit or dress up your favorite t-shirt and jeans for an afternoon outing. Enjoy!

Valentine's Day Fabric Cover Button Barrettes @ ILikeBigButtons.com February 11 2021

How to Make Valentine's Day Cover Button Snap Barrettes:

Supplies:

1-2 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Choose your size, Size 20 through Size 36 all work great, size depends on the statement you want to make)
2 Snap Barrettes
E6000 or comparable adhesive

Steps:

Follow these instructions to make Flat Back Fabric Covered Buttons.
Lightly scuff the back of the Cover Button so the glue will adhere better (not essential but recommended).
Clean both surfaces of dust.
Apply E6000 to back of Cover Button.
Press Snap Barrette into place and remove any extra Adhesive. On smaller sized Cover buttons center on the glue pad, as they increase in size adjust glue pad accordingly.
Let dry and enjoy.
Tada!

You are done! Wear these adorable Snap Barrettes to match or accent your favorite outfit for Valentine's Day or dress up your favorite t-shirt and jeans for an afternoon outing. Enjoy!

Valentine's Cover Button Jumbo Paper Clip Bookmarks @ ILikeBigButtons.com February 10 2021

Valentine's Day Fabric Cover Button Jumbo Paper Clip Bookmarks:

Supplies:

1 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Attach size 36 (7/8" - 23 mm), size 45 (1 1/8" - 28 mm), or size 60 (1 1/2" - 38 mm) flat back cover buttons.)
1 Jumbo Paper Clip
1 6" Piece of Ribbon
E6000 or comparable adhesive

Steps:

Follow these instructions to make Flat Back Fabric Covered Buttons.
Make sure the surfaces of the Cover Button back and Paper Clip gluepad are clean and free of oil.
Apply E6000 to the back of the Cover Button.
Press into place over the glue pad on the Paper clip at the desired height and remove any extra Adhesive. The bigger the Cover Button the higher you will want to center the cover button.
Cut a 6" piece of Ribbon and knot it on the side of the Paper Clip. Slide it up against the Cover Button. Straighten and cut ends at an angle at the desired length.
Let dry and enjoy.
Tada!

You are done! Use these adorable Paper Clips to accent a Valentine for your special loved one or hold your place in your favorite book or cookbook. Enjoy!

Making Magnetic Pin Cushion/Needle Holder @ ILikeBigButtons.com February 08 2021

Supplies:

1 Completed Size 75 (1 7/8 inch / 48 mm) Fabric Cover Button
Fabric Of Your Choice
1x Standard Round Magnet (Approximately 3/4" Round)
E6000, Hot Glue, or comparable adhesive

I Like Big Buttons! - Picture Tutorial Below:

1. Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank. *TIP* Our All-In-One Cover Button Template makes creating the right size circle of fabric a breeze.

2. Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.

3. Glue the magnet inside the back of the Cover Button with Hot Glue or E6000.

4. Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.

5. Press the cover button edges down into the tool. *TIP* To make it easier on my fingers, I use a sharpie marker to apply pressure.

6. Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. *TIP* If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.

7. Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.

8. Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again. *TIP* I often use a flat piece of wood to apply pressure, again to save my fingers. It also helps to avoid the button back going in at an angle.

9. When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.

9. Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.

10. Tada! Now you have an attractive Pin Cushion/Needle Holder for your sewing room.

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

How to Make Fabric Cover Buttons @ ILikeBigButtons.com February 02 2021

How to Make Fabric Cover Buttons:

Cover Buttons are easy to assemble:

Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank.
Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.
Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.
Press the cover button edges down into the tool.
Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.
Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.
Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again.
When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.
Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.
Tada!

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

Size 24 (5/8 inch / 15 mm) Self Cover Buttons by ILikeBigButtons.com February 26 2020

We love our Cover Buttons! Easy to make and versatile they are one of my favorite go-to craft supplies.

We carry them in 7 great sizes. The second smallest, Size 24 (5/8"), is just slightly larger in diameter than a Skittle or M&M and available in both Wire Back (sewable) and Flat Back (glueable).

Size 24 (5/8 inch / 15 mm)

Size Reference

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Size 24 Cover Buttons are great for smaller projects:

Lace & Fabric Cover Button Earrings

Fabric Cover Button Mini Clothespins

Fabric Cover Button Bobby Pins

Fabric Cover Buttons for your favorite outfit

Scrapbooking or Card Making

And Much, Much More

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

How To Make A Self Fabric Cover Button: 7 Fabric Cover Button Sizes February 21 2020

Easy Peasy! So Much Fun!

Cover Button Tips:

The size of the fabric circle for each Cover Button size should be approximately twice the diameter of your button blank. If you would like a matching sized reusable plastic circle template, simply choose "Add Template" from the drop-down menu and the correct sized tool will be added to your order.
When the circle of fabric and Cover Button Cap are snugly situated in the clear base of the Cover Button tool, flip the tool over and double-check the positioning of your fabric. If it has a pattern, you will see a preview of how the button will form and can make adjustments to the fabric before you install the back.
You may want to add a dab of E6000 or comparable adhesive before installing the Cover Button Back as a precaution to ensure a permanent hold.
Save your fingers: Tip #1 - Use the backside of a permanent marker or comparable item on the smaller sized Cover Button Caps to press them into the clear base of the Cover Button tool.
Save your fingers: Tip #2 - Take a flat piece of wood and use it to apply even downward pressure on the pink plunger of the Cover Button installation tool when installing the back. Not so much pressure that you flatten the button, just until it pops into place.
To remove the Cover Button from the clear base once it has been formed, bend the mold slightly and push up from the bottom to pop out the button.

Size 20 (1/2 inch / 12 mm) Self Cover Buttons by ILikeBigButtons.com February 20 2020

We love our Cover Buttons! Easy to make and versatile they are one of my favorite go-to craft supplies.

We carry them in 7 great sizes. The smallest, Size 20 (1/2"), is about the size of your pinky nail in both Wire Back (sewable) and Flat Back (glueable).

Size 20 (1/2 inch / 12 mm)

Size Reference

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Time to Stock up!

Good Through February 29, 2020.

Size 20 Cover Buttons are great for small projects:

Stud-sized Fabric Cover Button Earrings

Fabric Cover Button Bracelet

Fabric Cover Button Bobby Pins

Fabric Cover Buttons for your favorite outfit

Scrapbooking or Card Making

And Much, Much More

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

Fabric Cover Buttons - Easy To Make, Great Impact! @ ILikeBigButtons.com February 06 2020

These aren't your grandma's Cover Buttons!!! Well, actually they are ;) only better, with so many many great uses for them.

Flat Backs are used for crafts where you would like to glue a cover button: jewelry, bracelets, rings, earrings, necklaces, bobby pins and barrettes, scrapbooking, and much more.

Wire Backs are used for fabric cover buttons in sewing, shoes, clothing, ponytail holders and much, much more.

Here are the 7 sizes we carry. From 1/2", which is about as small as your pinky nail, all the way up to 1 7/8" in diameter, about the size of the round side of a kiwi fruit. We carry them in both flat back (glueable) and wire back (sewable).

Assembling fabric Cover Buttons is fast and simple. In just seconds, you will have a button ready for your latest craft project.

Our I Like Big Buttons! 💘 Cover Button Love Sale 💘

Cover Button Sets and Cover Button DIY Kits are 10% OFF

No Coupon Necessary | Good Through February 29, 2020.

See our pictorial below:

How to Make Fabric Cover Buttons:

Cover Buttons are easy to assemble:

Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank.
Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.
Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.
Press the cover button edges down into the tool.
Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.
Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.
Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again.
When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.
Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.
Tada!

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

How To Wrap Cover Buttons With Paper by ILikeBigButtons.com January 31 2019

I recently had a customer, Annie, ask if Cover Buttons could be wrapped in paper. I knew of a few customers who had success doing so but had never attempted it myself. Here is a tutorial on how to make Paper Wrapped Cover Buttons and some tips that Annie and I discovered and used.

I love how they turned out. Being an avid reader, I think they are the perfect touch for that special bookworm in your life.

How to Make Paper Wrapped Cover Buttons:

Cover Buttons are easy to assemble:

1. Cut your paper scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank. We used book pages, children's books, and scrapbook paper and they all worked great. You may need to experiment and find what works best for you.

2. Cut a square of wax paper or piece of parchment paper slightly larger than your paper circle. You should be able to reuse it a number of times. I found that the parchment paper held up best.

3. Mist your paper circle on both sides and blot dry. This will help the paper to mold more smoothly to the rounded surface of the cover button front.

4. Layer the wax/parchment paper, then your paper circle on the larger assembly tool mold piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the underside of the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.

5. Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the paper and press into the mold. This will require firm pressure. Leave the paper edges hanging out.

6. Press the paper edges down into the backside of the button front.

7. Place the back cover button piece on top of your paper and button front. If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.

8. Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.

9. Press down firmly. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again.

10. When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the paper edges will be secured underneath the button back.

11. Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece carefully using the wax/parchment paper to ease the button free.

12. If desired, you can clear coat the completed button with Modge Podge or some equivalent sealer. It will extend the life of the Paper Wrapped Cover Button and give it a glossy finish.

13. Tada! I am particularly in love with the Word Cover Buttons, it was fun picking the words I wanted centered and highlighted.

To see other great Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

I Like Big Buttons! - Fabric Cover Buttons - Easy To Make, Great Impact! October 09 2018

These aren't your grandma's Cover Buttons!!! Well, actually they are ;) only better, with so many many great uses for them.

Flat Backs are used for crafts where you would like to glue a cover button: jewelry, bracelets, rings, earrings, necklaces, bobby pins and barrettes, scrapbooking, and much more.

Wire Backs are used for fabric cover buttons in sewing, shoes, clothing, ponytail holders and much, much more.

Here are the 7 sizes we carry. From 1/2", which is about as small as your pinky nail, all the way up to 1 7/8" in diameter, about the size of the round side of a kiwi fruit. We carry them in both flat back (glueable) and wire back (sewable).

Assembling fabric Cover Buttons is fast and simple. In just seconds, you will have a button ready for your latest craft project.

See our pictorial below:

How to Make Fabric Cover Buttons:

Cover Buttons are easy to assemble:

Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank.
Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.
Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.
Press the cover button edges down into the tool.
Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.
Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.
Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again.
When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.
Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.
Tada!

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

An I Like Big Buttons Christmas! Idea #12: How to Make Fabric Cover Button Barrettes and Bobby Pins December 12 2017

Gift Idea #12:

For the girls in your life, Fabric Cover Button Barrettes and Bobby Pins are simple to make with lots of impact.

Fabric Cover Button Barrettes

Supplies:

2 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Choose your size, Size 20 through Size 36 all work great, size depends on the statement you want to make)
2 Snap Barrettes
E6000 or comparable adhesive See More

Fabric Cover Button Bobby Pins

Supplies:

1 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Choose your size, Size 20 through Size 45 all work great, size depends on the statement you want to make)
1 Bobby Pin
E6000 or comparable adhesive See More

I Like Big Buttons! – How To Make A Fabric Cover Button Pendant October 03 2017

Fabric Cover Button Pendants are simple to make and add a stylish twist to any outfit. My oldest and I made some simple Cover Button Pendants for her to share with her dearest friends. We integrated her school colors into the design. We are in love with how they turned out. Can't wait to hear how her friends react!!!

We carry Pendant Bezel Trays in 23 mm (Size 36) and 38 mm (Size 60). They are available in three finishes: Silver, Antique Brass, and Gunmetal. We chose Size 60 for our project.

First Step:

Assembling fabric Cover Buttons is fast and simple. In just seconds, you will have a button ready for your latest craft project.

See our pictorial below:

How to Make Fabric Cover Buttons:

Cover Buttons are easy to assemble:

Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank.
Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.
Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.
Press the cover button edges down into the tool.
Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.
Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.
Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again.
When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.
Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.
Tada!

*The only addendum to the above instructions was that we cut out small 3/4" red felt hearts to sandwich between each piece of lace and fabric. You will want to do this before placing the fabric upside down on the tool. Once you press the button cap into place, you can flip our translucent tool over and make sure the heart is placed where you want it.

Step 2:

Carefully apply E6000 to the inside edges of the Pendant Bezel.
Press the assembled Fabric Cover Button into place.
Let dry for the recommended time, add necklace or cord as we did, and enjoy.
Tada!

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

Our 5 Most Popular Cover Button Tutorials - I Like Big Buttons! September 19 2017

These aren't your grandma's Cover Buttons!!! Well actually they are ;) only better, with so many many great uses for them.

Flat Backs are used for crafts were you would like to glue a cover button: jewelry, bracelets, rings, earrings, necklaces, bobby pins and barrettes, scrap booking, and much more.

Wire Backs are used for fabric cover buttons in sewing, shoes, clothing, pony tail holders and much, much more.

Here are our 5 most popular Cover Button Tutorials:

#1 - Fabric Cover Button Push Pins

#2 - Fabric Cover Button Badge Reels

#3 - Fabric Cover Button Paper Clip Bookmarks

#4 - Lace and Fabric Cover Button Earrings

#5 - Fabric Cover Button Snap Barrettes

Fabric Cover Buttons @ I Like Big Buttons! August 07 2017

We love our Cover Buttons! Easy to make and versatile they are one of my favorite go to craft supplies.

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Flat Backs are used for crafts were you would like to glue a cover button: jewelry, bracelets, rings, earrings, necklaces, bobby pins and barrettes, scrap booking, and much more.

Wire Backs are used for fabric cover buttons in sewing, shoes, clothing, pony tail holders and much, much more.

Here are the 7 sizes we carry. From 1/2", which is about as small as your pinky nail, all the way up to 1 7/8" in diameter, about the size of the round side of a kiwi fruit. We carry them in both flat back (glueable) and wire back (sewable).

Assembling fabric Cover Buttons is fast and simple. In just seconds, you will have a button ready for your latest craft project.

See our pictorial below:

How to Make Fabric Cover Buttons:

Cover Buttons are easy to assemble:

Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank.
Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.
Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.
Press the cover button edges down into the tool.
Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.
Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.
Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again.
When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.
Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.
Tada!

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

I Like Big Buttons! - How To Make Fabric Cover Button Push Pins July 11 2017

Today I am making Fabric Cover Button Push Pins for my cork boards. I am 'trying' to get more organized with my kiddos paperwork, schedules, and notes that I need to keep track of. The cork boards are up, and now I just need some cute embellished Fabric Push Pins to jazz up my organization. :)

Supplies:

1 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Attach Size 20 (1/2 inch / 12 mm), Size 24 (5/8 inch / 15 mm), Size 30 (3/4 inch / 19 mm) flat back cover buttons.)
1x Thumb Tack
E6000, Hot Glue, or comparable adhesive

1. Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank. *TIP* Our All-In-One Cover Button Template makes creating the right size circle of fabric a breeze.

2. Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.

3. Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.

4. Press the cover button edges down into the tool. *TIP* To make it easier on my fingers, I use a sharpie marker to apply pressure.

5. Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. *TIP* If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.

6. Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.

7. Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again. *TIP* I often use a flat piece of wood to apply pressure, again to save my fingers. It also helps to avoid the button back going in at an angle.

8. When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.

9. Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.

10. Tada! Now to attach it to the Thumb Tack and make a Fabric Cover Button Push Pin.

11. Apply E6000 to back of Cover Button.

12. Center and press Thumb Tack into place and remove any extra Adhesive.

13. Let dry and enjoy. Tada, tada!!! So Cute!!!

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

I Like Big Buttons! - How To Make A Fabric Cover Button Magnet July 06 2017

Today I would make some Fabric Cover Button Magnets. I am so tired of the random magnets my kiddos have found and slapped on our fridge. Time for some classy ones!!!

Supplies:

1 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Attach either a Size 36 (7/8 inch / 23 mm), Size 45 (1 1/8 inch / 28 mm), Size 60 (1 1/2 inch / 38 mm) flat back cover buttons.)
1x 1" Standard Round Magnet (Approximately 3/4" Round)
E6000, Hot Glue, or comparable adhesive

1. Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank. *TIP* Our All-In-One Cover Button Template makes creating the right size circle of fabric a breeze.

2. Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.

3. Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.

4. Press the cover button edges down into the tool. *TIP* To make it easier on my fingers, I use a sharpie marker to apply pressure.

5. Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. *TIP* If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.

6. Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.

7. Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again. *TIP* I often use a flat piece of wood to apply pressure, again to save my fingers. It also helps to avoid the button back going in at an angle.

8. When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.

9. Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.

10. Tada! Now to attach it to the Magnet and make a Fabric Cover Button Magnet.

11. Apply E6000 to back of Cover Button.

12. Center and press Magnet into place and remove any extra Adhesive if desired.

13. Let dry and enjoy. Tada!!! Now to decorate my fridge.

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

I Like Big Buttons! - How To Make A Fabric Cover Button Full-Size Clothespin June 20 2017

Today, I made an adorable office or home accent: Fabric Cover Button Mini Clothespins. I am absolutely in love with their bright colors and tininess!

Supplies:

1 Completed Flat Back Fabric Cover Button (Attach Size 30 (3/4 inch / 19 mm), Size 36 (7/8 inch / 23 mm), or Size 45 (1 1/8 inch / 28 mm) flat back cover buttons.)
1x Full-Size Wooden Clothespin
1x Medium Plain Button
E6000, Hot Glue, or comparable adhesive

I Like Big Buttons! - Picture Tutorial Below:

1. Cut your fabric scrap. You will want a circle that is about twice the diameter of your button blank. *TIP* Our All-In-One Cover Button Template makes creating the right size circle of fabric a breeze.

2. Put your fabric piece in the larger assembly tool piece (RIGHT SIDE DOWN). When you look into the tool you want to see the back of the fabric.

3. Place the button front (the domed piece) on top of the fabric. Leave the fabric edges hanging out.

4. Press the cover button edges down into the tool. *TIP* To make it easier on my fingers, I use a sharpie marker to apply pressure.

5. Place the back cover button piece on top of your fabric and button front. *TIP* If the cover button will be subject to repeated tugging from the back, you may want to add a little e6000 adhesive before attaching the back.

6. Take the smaller piece of the assembly tool and with the open side down place it on the button back.

7. Press down. You may hear a pop when the last bit of the button back slips into place. If you take the tool out and the button is not completely secured, just put it back in and press down again. *TIP* I often use a flat piece of wood to apply pressure, again to save my fingers. It also helps to avoid the button back going in at an angle.

8. When you take the small assembly tool piece off, the fabric edges will be secured underneath the button back.

9. Remove the button from the larger assembly tool piece.

10. Tada! Now to attach it to the Clothespin.

11. Use Hot Glue or E6000 to adhere a small plain button to the underside of the Cover Button. This is to fill the space between the back and the edges. You can also use felt or some other small object. You just need it to be sturdy enough to offer support. A small plastic button works great for this. You will see that the button is now flush across the bottom. I cut off the little nubs of glue that leaked through the button holes.

12. Now adhere the finished Cover Button to the Clothespin. Press into place and center it until you are pleased with the alignment. Set aside to dry.

13. Tada! Additional uses:

Add a thin magnet to the back and use on your magnetic board.
Add a push pin to the back and use on your cork board.

To see other great Fabric Cover Button ideas, visit our DIY Project section here.

I Like Big Buttons! - How To Make A Magnetic Pin Cushion/Needle Holder June 06 2017

Today, I made an handy sewing accessory: Fabric Cover Button Pin Cushion/Needle Holder. I love the splash of color they add to my sewing station and their usefulness!

Supplies:

1 Completed Size 75 (1 7/8 inch / 48 mm) Fabric Cover Button
Fabric Of Your Choice
1x Standard Round Magnet (Approximately 3/4" Round)
E6000, Hot Glue, or comparable adhesive