--- title: "41 Crafts Using Buttons Everyone Can do ..." description: "Button Art; Tufted Upholstered Headboard with Fabric Buttons; Button Hairpins; Button Tree Painting; Framed Buttoned Letter; More ..." url: "https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/crafts-using-buttons-everyone-can-do/" category: "diy" last_updated: "2026-05-30" --- # 41 Crafts Using Buttons Everyone Can do ... I have got a huge pile of buttons I've collected over the years for "just in case" but I've never really given any thought to using them for button crafts. That is until today, when I was deciding what to do with them during one of my infrequent declutttering sessions. If you're like me and have a pile, have a browse through these button crafts and you might see something that inspires a raid on your stash. ## 1. Button Art ![art,textile,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/a7/t9/jjn1r_art_textile_570x760.jpg) Via [Items similar to Multi Coloured ...](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) If you've got a precious darling who's as cute as a button, DIY art for the nursery or their room is a great idea. As long as you can draw an outline (or use a template), this is one of the easiest button crafts. ## 2. Tufted Upholstered Headboard with Fabric Buttons ![wool,textile,floor,furniture,flooring,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/oh/ou/jhbtw_wool_textile_floor_furniture_flooring_224x299.jpg) Via [Loosen Up My Buttons, Babe](https://doordiy.wordpress.com/2013/08/25/loosen-up-my-buttons-babe/) There are plenty of crafts using buttons that don't include sewing. Can't find a headboard you like? Make your own. ## 3. Button Hairpins ![cutlery,body jewelry,jewellery,tableware,ーーー,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sz/ji/pwv19_cutlery_body-jewelry_jewellery_tableware_332x500.jpg) Via [Button Hairpins](https://www.popsugar.com/family/photo-gallery/34458881/image/34459380/Button-Hairpins) It's a cinch to give bobby pins a makeover. ## 4. Button Tree Painting ![pink,modern art,art,organ,calligraphy,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/db/wk/eohqt_pink_modern-art_art_organ_calligraphy_600x800.jpg) Via [Robin's Egg Blue Button Tree ...](https://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) A work of art anyone could do. ## 5. Framed Buttoned Letter ![art,picture frame,petal,needlework,textile,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hu/jg/z6lml_art_picture-frame_petal_needlework_textile_600x906.jpg) Via [Items similar to Framed Buttoned ...](https://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Make for your own home or as a gift. ## 6. Lampshades ![art,pattern,design,cake decorating,textile,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bj/nj/zgzf7_art_pattern_design_cake-decorating_textile_550x950.jpg) Via [Cool Lamp Shade Ideas - ...](https://www.kidskubby.com/cool-lampshade-ideas/) Two great ideas for customizing lampshades. ## 7. Vintage Button Christmas Decoration ![green,fashion accessory,bead,christmas decoration,toy,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xh/hi/zs22v_green_fashion-accessory_bead_christmas-decoration_toy_285x350.jpg) Via [Vintage Button Christmas Decoration](https://www.notonthehighstreet.com/?redirectedFrom=pdp) So clever and effective. ## 8. Christmas Gift Tags ![color,play,indoor games and sports,art,games,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wj/mg/j6z9b_color_play_indoor-games-and-sports_art_games_600x878.jpg) Via [Items similar to Christmas Gift ...](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Making your own tags is such a personal touch for your gifts. ## 9. Button Bookmarks ![green,font,art,writing,brand,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/oz/gg/iocwl_green_font_art_writing_brand_572x800.jpg) Via [DIY Tutorial: Diy back to ...](https://goo.gl/v8gtpH) Paperclips + buttons = cuteness ## 10. Christmas Star ![christmas decoration,lighting,light fixture,chandelier,decor,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/iv/p9/k8cin_christmas-decoration_lighting_light-fixture_chandelier_decor_530x640.jpg) Via [Favorite Craft Ideas](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/104075441362447449/) A great alternative to a wreath. ## 11. DIY Christmas Card ![green,jewellery,bracelet,fashion accessory,petal,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dw/sw/fe1ib_green_jewellery_bracelet_fashion-accessory_petal_600x899.jpg) Via [Hopeful Honey | Craft, Crochet, ...](http://www.hopefulhoney.com/2012/12/o-christmas-tree-diy-christmas-card.html) So many ways to use buttons on Christmas cards. Like ... ## 12. Button Snowman Card ![pink,christmas decoration,art,snowman,christmas,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kx/yt/b8wkr_pink_christmas-decoration_art_snowman_christmas_600x850.jpg) Via [Scrappin' with DeeDee: 3 Button ...](https://deedeecampbell.blogspot.com/2012/12/3-button-snowman-card-and-christmas.html) ... this one ## 13. Pretty Bugly ![insect,fauna,close up,beetle,invertebrate,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fk/i7/llwfu_insect_fauna_close-up_beetle_invertebrate_300x300.jpg) Via [4 Things to Make With ...](https://www.parents.com/fun/arts-crafts/7-easy-crafts-for-3-year-olds-that-promote-learning/) No one is going to run away from these. ## 14. DiY Rainbow Button IPhone Case ![Robinsons Supermarket,font,product,toy,food,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rk/mb/zmmse_robinsons-supermarket_font_product_toy_food_600x922.jpg) Via [Rainbow Button iPhone Case {DiY} ...](https://www.livingwellspendingless.com/rainbow-button-iphone-case-diy/) Buy a clear plastic case and go to town with the glue and buttons. ## 15. Vintage Button Necklace ![art,food,textile,thhead,,DIU,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jl/nx/of1p1_art_food_textile_thhead_diu_500x1590.jpg) Via [DIY – vintage buttons necklace ...](https://goo.gl/lxIY8C) Some button crafts = unique. No one will have the same statement necklace as you. ## 16. Button Topiary Trees ![christmas tree,christmas decoration,art,fashion accessory,bead,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rs/h1/pefsh_christmas-tree_christmas-decoration_art_fashion-accessory_bead_515x628.jpg) Via [Want to make a Christmas ...](https://goo.gl/jtIoUG) Give your holiday décor a modern touch. ## 17. Button Headband ![hair,face,pink,nose,clothing,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wu/d7/j246y_hair_face_pink_nose_clothing_267x400.jpg) Via [DIY Tutorial: DIY Button Craft ...](https://goo.gl/7OTerd) And who says this just has to be for kids? ## 18. DIY Vintage Button Garland ![yellow,food,candle,lighting,dessert,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/q6/jz/srtra_yellow_food_candle_lighting_dessert_426x640.jpg) Via [DIY Tutorial: DIY Button Craft ...](https://goo.gl/AyHt3r) Dress up your candle holders. ## 19. Button Blooms ![flower,plant,land plant,flowering plant,toy,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qa/hv/nzmka_flower_plant_land-plant_flowering-plant_toy_300x333.jpg) Via [4 Things to Make With ...](https://www.parents.com/fun/arts-crafts/7-easy-crafts-for-3-year-olds-that-promote-learning/) Or just make fun things for the sheer sake of making something pretty. ## 20. Button Frame ![picture frame,art,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/me/po/guzla_picture-frame_art_267x400.jpg) Via [Button Crafts And Projects - ...](https://goo.gl/dCf0hm) Pearlized buttons are ideal for adding a vintage touch. ## 21. DIY Gift Wrapping ![pink,petal,art,www.craftandcreativity,com,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zq/q9/ujkzw_pink_petal_art_www-craftandcreativity_com_550x1104.jpg) Via [DIY Tutorial: DIY Button Craft ...](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/542543086330908361/) Follow the guide and your gift wrapping will be bang on the button this year. ## 22. Embroidery Flowers ![lighting,material,QC3,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/os/q7/t0vwx_lighting_material_qc3_500x272.jpg) Via [Ivory Blush Roses: Catching Up](https://www.ivoryblushroses.com/2008/06/catching-up.html) Cushion? T. Shirt? Purse? Kid's shoe bag. Your choice! ## 23. American Flag _ Via Fun 4th of July Crafts_ I would use navy blue backing to make sure I've got the red, white and blue. ## 24. Button Bowl ![blue,jewellery,aqua,turquoise,fashion accessory,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xc/pc/knjgs_blue_jewellery_aqua_turquoise_fashion-accessory_260x270.jpg) Via [Teachers: Classroom Craft & Art ...](https://discover.hubpages.com/education/Teachers-Classroom-Craft-Art-Project-Ideas) This is made by using a blown up balloon. ## 25. DIY Minnie Mouse Button Hair Clips ![fashion accessory,sports equipment,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/di/iw/i0exx_fashion-accessory_sports-equipment_600x600.jpg) Via [Architecture of a Mom: Minnie ...](http://www.architectureofamom.com/2013/04/minnie-mouse-button-hair-clips.html) You could do this on a barrette too. ## 26. Buttons Bracelets ![finger,fashion accessory,hand,organ,jewellery,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ht/ug/qz7yn_finger_fashion-accessory_hand_organ_jewellery_570x857.jpg) Via [Items similar to Versatile crocheted ...](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) When buttons become arm candy. ## 27. Snowflake Button Pillow _ Via NO- SEW SNOWFLAKE BUTTON PILLOW_ Such a pretty cushion and no sewing involved (unless you want to make the cushion too. ## 28. Button Snowflake ![product,art,toy,fashion accessory,circle,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/y2/gd/ns2lw_product_art_toy_fashion-accessory_circle_350x280.jpg) Via [Button Snowflake](https://www.crafts-for-all-seasons.com/button-snowflake.html) Button crafts can keep the kids occupied in the holidays. ## 29. Handmade Button Charm Bracelet ![necklace,jewellery,fashion accessory,art,bead,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/z6/py/n0f6c_necklace_jewellery_fashion-accessory_art_bead_570x759.jpg) Via [Handmade Button Charm Bracelet Vintage ...](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) Give your arm a vintage touch. Or ... ## 30. Button Bangle ![bracelet,jewellery,fashion accessory,art,bead,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/aj/qv/bypx8_bracelet_jewellery_fashion-accessory_art_bead_260x190.jpg) Via [Button Craft Project Ideas: How ...](https://feltmagnet.com/crafts/Button-Craft-Project-Ideas-How-to-Make-Easy-Crafts-with-Buttons) ... keep it simple. ## 31. Button Flower Mirror- _ Via Easy Button Crafts for Kids_ And it all starts with a round mirror. ## 32. Button Doors ![modern art,art,glass,window,textile,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/n9/ng/o3nn8_modern-art_art_glass_window_textile_450x564.jpg) Via [6 Quirky Button Decor DIY's!](https://www.homedit.com/6-quirky-button-decor-diys/) Now would you have ever have thought of that for yourself? ## 33. Door Curtain ![color,bead,fashion accessory,jewellery,art,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wr/fk/bfbji_color_bead_fashion-accessory_jewellery_art_450x417.jpg) Via [Super Cute Button Crafts Tutorial ...](https://discover.hubpages.com/art/Super-Cute-Button-Crafts-Tutorial-Round-Up) If you don't want to hang a door curtain, follow the same principle and make a mobile instead. ## 34. Button Flowers ![flower,food,art,fashion accessory,dessert,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dy/i1/fuyla_flower_food_art_fashion-accessory_dessert_500x791.jpg) Via [Great DIY Button Ideas | ...](http://www.inspiredsnaps.com/great-diy-button-ideas/) You can probably think of a load of ways to use these. ## 35. Button Ball ![food,plant,flower,petal,floristry,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kr/jh/hed0j_food_plant_flower_petal_floristry_317x400.jpg) Via [Button Ornament - Fun Holiday ...](http://www.funholidaycrafts.com/cgi-sys/suspendedpage.cgi) This uses a Styrofoam ball as the base. ## 36. Button Bookmarks ![product,art,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nj/gv/d4t7m_product_art_500x654.jpg) Via [Great DIY Button Ideas | ...](http://www.inspiredsnaps.com/great-diy-button-ideas/) Keep your place. ## 37. Button Tree Garland ![jewellery,fashion accessory,earrings,petal,gemstone,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zz/m1/n4eok_jewellery_fashion-accessory_earrings_petal_gemstone_406x406.jpg) Via [How To Make & Hang ...](https://inmyownstyle.com/how-to-make-and-hang-garland-for-your-christmas-tree-or-mantel.html) Add a stylish touch to your Christmas tree. Or you could make it multi-strand and hang it like any other garland. ## 38. Button Vase ![flower,green,flower arranging,yellow,plant,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yq/yl/obk1z_flower_green_flower-arranging_yellow_plant_300x300.jpg) Via [Make Cute-as-a-Button Crafts](https://www.southernliving.com/home/all-you-southern-living) Buttons are a cute way to give an old container or vase a new lease of life. ## 39. Giant Button Mosaic Counter Display _ Via Giant Button Mosaic Counter Display ..._ I think this is amazing! You need some serious patience to do this. I'm thinking of words like cook! or eat! for the kitchen. What would you do? ## 40. Button Napkin Holders ![food,art,textile,dessert,pattern,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fm/kc/qnm6s_food_art_textile_dessert_pattern_500x500.jpg) Via [Thanksgiving Ideas and Activities for ...](https://goo.gl/c2Opqb) Make them to coordinate with your linens and tableware. ## 41. Button Bookmarks ![play,toy,table,shelf,](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mp/fv/fbgxr_play_toy_table_shelf_180x210.jpg) Via [Disney Family | Recipes, Crafts ...](https://goo.gl/jEeSrV) The simplest button craft ever! Sticking buttons to lengths of ribbon. Who can't do that? 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