Shank button

Here's how to make an inexpensive scarf ring using a ponytail elastic and a shank button. It's simple because it doesn't involve any cutting or gluing.

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The reason I decided to dabble again in jewelry making was a vintage button bracelet. I saw this example and wanted to try for myself as Christmas present for my mother-in-law. But where was I going to find vintage buttons? I started showing my friends pictures of this bracelet and letting them know I was on the hunt for vintage buttons. My friend stumbled upon the motherload of buttons and I got started. The bracelet wasn't done in time for Christmas, but I got it done by the time for my…

I've love shank buttons, especially old vintage ones. Unfortunately I find them difficult to use in jewelry because they tend to dangle or hang the way they want rather than the way I want.Just fooling around tonight I figured out that they could be turned into hook clasps, here are the steps I took: I used 20 gauge annealed steel wire. Cut off a 4 inch piece and make a loop one inch from the end. Slip the doubled wire through the shank of your button, I like a nice snug fit but I think it's…

Make a Hook Clasp Using a Shank Button... - Free eBook at EasyJewelryClub.com

If there's one thing that frustrates me about designing jewellery it's having an idea in my head and struggling to make it work with elements that aren't specifically designed for the purpose but, I a

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All in one buttons earrings are my favorite not only to wear but to make. They look elegant without being too dangly. Choose good looking buttons and you'll soon be cranking them out. I should also me

I've love shank buttons, especially old vintage ones. Unfortunately I find them difficult to use in jewelry because they tend to dangle or h...