Monday, August 17, 2009

Embroidered Buttons

I love the small designs in embroidery.
a rosebud.......a tiny butterfly.....
a blossom, no larger than a nickel or quarter.


I have stitched and accumulated a good amount of these tiny works of art.......
but what should I do with them?? I have at times used them as patches on my children's play clothes, to preserve a shirt or dress for a little longer wear........


and then......I started making embroidered buttons.


the main reason......I want to one day learn how to knit a sweater....
and I can just imagine an embroidered button or two on it!






also, at times.....I have used the embroidered buttons as pretty bows on special gifts, such as Mother's day....baby showers....




I love the way they have a vintage charm to them....
now.....
how about you? Any ideas on what to do with small pieces of embroidery....
do you do something special when you wrap a present for someone??
I would love to hear!






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14 comments:

  1. ConniAugust 17, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    Kathleen, those buttons are absolutely adorable! They'd be cute on an altered sweatshirt/cardigan with lace and vintage trims!

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  2. Elaine/Muddling ThroughAugust 17, 2009 at 2:32 PM

    I LIKE your embroideries on the covered buttons. You know me - I'd incorporate them into a quilt. :)

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  3. JocelynAugust 17, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    Your embroidered buttons are precious. Just so perfect for a sweater or small project. Maybe you can use them for the catch of a purse.

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  4. Theresa @ Take A Sentimental JourneyAugust 18, 2009 at 6:36 AM

    I love those Kathleen ! So cute.

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  5. Grammyof13August 18, 2009 at 10:37 AM

    Just being able to embroider would be nice! I am Jane be nimble when it comes to anything but the sewing machine. And at that I feel second rate! You do such
    b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l work. I love it.

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  6. PaulaAugust 18, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    How pretty, Kathleen! The buttons are so delicate- I think they would look wonderful on anything!

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  7. LindaAugust 18, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    Kathleen, your bouquet of button are so pretty...I think putting them on sweaters etc. is a wonderful idea..hugs, Linda

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  8. JoanneAugust 19, 2009 at 3:30 AM

    They are beautiful! Being a button lover and embroidery appreciator, its the perfect combination. :-)

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  9. Childers CornerAugust 19, 2009 at 1:01 PM

    I love your buttons Kathy! They are so special and I love the way they look on the sweater!

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  10. RuthAugust 20, 2009 at 10:37 AM

    All of your handwork is so gorgeous. I have just looked through your blog and absolutely love everything. You are so gifted, it is absolutely amazing.

    Ruth

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  11. Domestically InclinedAugust 20, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    Gorgeous embroidered buttons!
    I use the small ones to make lavendar sachets, broches, small gift bags, but just love the button idea. Are the buttons hard to make?

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  12. Gina E.August 30, 2009 at 8:54 AM

    Your buttons are just gorgeous! I wouldn't want to part with any of them.

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  13. MiniOctober 1, 2009 at 2:12 PM

    I think you could make tiny magnets too for people to put up where they like...I know I'd love to have them on my refrigerator:)

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  14. AnonymousOctober 2, 2014 at 5:03 PM

    I just love your buttons and would love to try them. Can you tell me where you get the buttons? I have looked on the internet and can't find anything. Jeanette

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