Old buttons can be transformed into elegant creations with just a little work.
Button Curtain Tieback
Choose a 10" roll (per panel) of narrow ribbon (we used double-faced satin). Thread through a large button about 18" from one end; sew smaller buttons at random intervals. String a large button at other end. Tack first large button to wall. Drape ribbon around curtain; wind end around the tacked large button, allowing some ribbon to hang.
Framed Buttons
Sew a pair of buttons to a paint-chip sample color-coordinated to a ready-made miniature frame.
Button Invitations
Punch a hole in top 2 points of a 4-point envelope. Thread 1/4" satin ribbon through holes, then through a shank button, and tie in a bow. Center: Fabric-glue a flat button to center of ribbon. Glue ends of ribbon to back of note card. Punch holes to form a V on envelope flap. Lace ribbon through holes (start at top). Thread end through loop of a shank button and tie in a knot. Glue a flat point of envelope flap; glue ribbon end to flap's underside. Bring ribbon down and over envelope and wind around button.
Button Napkin Holders
Choose 2 yards each (per 2 napkins) of 5 colors of silk ribbon; gather into a bunch, cut into 8" bunches, and knot one end of each. Punch 2 holes in sides of vintage button cards. Pull unknotted ribbon ends up through each hole so knot catches under card. Tie loose ends under napkin.
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