Thursday, June 16, 2011

Button, Button

Don't you love these covered buttons? I had a beautiful old tablecover embroidered with these pretty blue flowers that was terribly stained. I hated to throw it out, so I purchased cover-your-own buttons at the fabric store and gave it a shot. I love how they turned out and they are so unique. Think of all the  damaged linens that could be saved from the trash this way!  I can see these down the back of a wedding dress as the something blue can't you?
 I haven't forgotten the give away I promised you either. In honor of the beginning of my summer, I will be posting it tomorrow. Here's a sneak peek;>)
Oh say, can you see?
Bet you can tell what it is. ♥

19 comments:

  1. Those buttons are darling! Such a good idea, I need to take a look through my linens and see wht I've got. When you decide to do womthing with them, I want to see! Giveaways are so fun! Love the red, white and blue!

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  2. Oh Kathy, those buttons are so adorable! What a clever way to preserve such a special item. And when you mentioned wearing them down the back of a wedding dress ... what a beautiful and special touch that would be!! :o)
    Ok ... you are killing me here! :o) That picture is just super cute and I can't wait to see what you created!
    Please drop by my blog ... you will see why. :o)
    Sincerely, Trish

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  3. Hi Kathy
    You are so creative! My guess is it's an apron. The buttons are so cute. Are you finished school for the summer?
    hugs, Rhondi

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  4. Those buttons are just absolutely tooooooo cute! Is it a pillow?
    Brenda

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  5. I love the buttons and I can't wait to see how you use them. My guess is that you made a table runner!!?? ;-D

    XO,
    Jane

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  6. I'm thinking an apron?!
    Very cool way to save vintage linens for sure.
    deb

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  7. You come up with such clever ideas! Those buttons are darling!

    As for your giveaway...I'm guessing it'll be something kinda patriotic? ;-)

    Sorry we won't see you Saturday at Nick's party. We're heading up to see Clarence's dad. We'll miss seeing everyone.

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  8. A great new life for the buttons...
    wonderful idea.
    Wonder where they will end up?
    xoxo~Kathy @
    sweet Up-North Mornings...

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  9. Oh Kathy...what a great idea...I have so many vintage linens that could be repurposed!!!

    You are brilliant!

    Janet xox

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  10. That's a great idea with the buttons. So many vintage pieces have small areas of handiwork. It's the perfect way to save it. I think I have a good idea what your patriotic project is...something you're well known for...in a flag shape...that would be perfect to rest your head on and look up to watch the fireworks...am I close?

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  11. What a brilliant idea for the buttons.
    I'm off line as from tomorrow, in the UK for two weeks, so please could I enter your giveaway today?!

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  12. Those are soooooo cute! Thanks for that idea...going to have to go thru my very old tablecloths and try this!

    Have a great weekend!

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  13. What a cute and clever idea! Love it.

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  14. That was so clever! Those buttons are so cute! What a fantastic re-use idea.

    Mmmmm....an apron? A ruffly pillow? I'll have to check back :)

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  15. Hi I love this post, great photos! New google follower via Tuesday hop, Karima from
    www.karimascrafts.com

    PS I couldn't find your facebook page - link didn't seem to work!

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  16. You are too clever, Kathy. I love the buttons!

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  17. cute pillow! I LOVE the cupcakes...will try that for my daughter's birthday! :)

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