Do you love decorative pins, but hate poking holes in your clothes? DIY TEMPORARY BUTTON COVERS (les
Do you love decorative pins, but hate poking holes in your clothes? DIY TEMPORARY BUTTON COVERS (less than $20 for materials; makes up to 50 button covers)Step 1: Measure the buttons you want to cover. You will need these measurements before you purchase any supplies.Step 2: Get Materials.Glass Dome Cabochons - $3+ for a multipack on Amazon (same size or larger than the buttons you want to cover)Reusable Double-Sided Adhesive Dots - $4+ mulitipack on Amazon (same size or smaller than the buttons you want to cover)(optional: see Step 3 | Method 1) Acrylic Paint Sampler Set - $7+ on Amazon(optional: see Step 3 | Method 2) 5 Minute Clear Epoxy - $5+ on AmazonStep 3 | Method 1: Paint your design directly onto the back of the cabochon. I recommend acrylic paint and/or nail polish (I guess you could technically use oil paint if you’re really fancy).You can use an adhesive dot to hold the cabochon in place while you paint.If you do not own painting supplies you can use a toothpick for fine details and a piece of sponge for background colors.Remember that you’re going to flip the cabochon over once the paint dries. Your image will be viewed through the front. This means:‣ Text will appear backwards. ‣ Paint layers will appear in reverse order.Step 3 | Method 2: Print/draw your design on paper, then glue the cabochon over it.I recommend printing/drawing on sturdy photo paper or cardstock.Use a generous amount of 5 minute clear epoxy to glue the cabochon to the printed design. Once the epoxy is set, cut away excess paper with scissors or nail clippers.Paint a final layer of epoxy over the back of the button cover to seal off the paper backing and make it waterproof.Step 4: Use adhesive dots to attach your new button covers to your buttons..The fact that these adhesive dots are reusable means you should be able to easily peel your button covers off and stick them back on several times before they lose their adhesive.Pro: The size of your button covers is not limited to the size of your button holes. You can stick a 25 mm button cover onto a 15mm button. Just peel it off when you need to undo your buttons, and stick it back on after.Con: Your button cover might pop off accidentally..You also have the option of using epoxy to permanently attach the button covers to your buttons. Just make sure you protect your button design with an extra layer of acrylic sealant/clear epoxy if it’s going to end up in your washing machine. -- source link
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