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I love Buttons!


It's my turn to share a project on the Crafty Ribbons Inspirations blog today.

I started with these...


which I pulled from a selection of Basics To Go - Novelty.  Seriously guys, get a bag of these!  Filled with all sorts of goodness! 


And this is what I ended up with.


It's three strands of buttons very loosely plaited.



I used double threads and went through each button twice.


(I was going to apologise for my hairy arms but they are the only arms I have... and they serve me pretty well... so what the hey if they are a little hairy!!  We should all be a less focused on how dissatisfied we are with our bodies, I'm starting now!) 


All held together with a lobster claw clip and a few jump rings.  Perfect for wearing on the beach.

Have a great day!
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  1. Sue16 June 2014 at 18:40

    That's fab. Just think of the fun with so many lovely coloured buttons around.

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  2. Ashley Calder18 June 2014 at 17:49

    Love this! Pinned it to my button board! What a great way to use some cute buttons and be able to enjoy them!

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  3. downrightcrafty22 June 2014 at 10:32

    what a great idea love how you have inspired us
    hugs Kate x

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