Hi Julia - Oh my goodness!!! I absolutely love these. The flower and leaf toppers came out so pretty. You come up with the best crafts & things! These would love great on anything. It amazes me at all the fun things you think up to make. Would have never thought about doing this but it’s looks like so much fun. Each one is unique. Might be a nice thing for your Etsy shop and your summer shop too on cute button cards. None would have to match and that would be the great thing. All different kinds to use on any type project. Hope you are getting some warm weather. We are chilly here and getting ready for Dogwood Winter later in the week. Already been through Redbud Winter. One more cold snap to go - Blackberry Winter. After that, we should warm up around the first of May! I’m so ready for the ☀️☀️☀️. Take care and have fun with all those awesome buttons! Hugs. 💕☀️🧵
Hi Pam, I was thinking the same thing about selling these in my shop. What a great idea about the button card. It would be a unique item. It's still cold here but the sun is finally shining. Oh how the sun makes everything better! We are hoping to make a quick trip to TN before my summer shop opens. It is hard to get away in the summer and I'm missing my daughter. Working hard to get product done before I leave but am following your advice and not putting to much pressure on myself. I am SO hard on myself but am getting better :) Have a great week, enjoy the little signs of spring! Julia
@@stitchesbyjulia I think you need to just load up and head to TN. I’m sure you will have plenty of goodies for your shop. No worries! Life is too short and you need to enjoy the process of making your things. Rushing to do more just wears you out and then you get stressed. At that point, it’s not fun but a chore. I have learned that whatever I get done in a day is good enough. Took me a long time to come to terms that I can’t do what I used to but once I did, it makes life so much better. Go see your daughter and enjoy the trip away. I’m sure she’s missing y’all too. Stay safe and have fun!!! Love & Hugs! PS - Those buttons will sell like hot cakes in your shop. Make some batches and put on button cards and that’s fun, easy and a great item for your shop! 😊💕☀️
I've had great success with these clay covered buttons. Each is so unique. Remember that the oven temp is only 275' and the buttons only stay in for 20 minutes. I haven't had any melt on me yet!
How fun! These would make really cute magnets or pushpins as well! I love how your brain works; I can see these used as cute decorations for a simple frame too. Thanks for sharing.
I have thought of doing decorative buttons with the polymer clay but not over buttons. Are the buttons plastic and if so does the plastic melt and/or put out a plastic odor during baking? As a kid we’d bake plastic Mardi Gras beads and melt them in pie tins for sun catchers. That was way back when the beads were strung on string and loose instead of modern beads fused to string. Anyway, the melting plastic would stink baking in the oven, lol. I grew up in an old house with high ceilings and casement windows that ventilated the kitchen well so it wasn’t a big deal and lots of fun.
Hi, I am using a cool temperature (230') for baking. The buttons do not melt or smell however the polymer clay does have an oder when baking. Another option would be clay that hardens with air. I have never used it but would be an option. Thanks so much for watching, Julia
Wow!!!! You really knocked it out of the ballparkthis time!! This video is crammed full of fantastic ideas that I want to try. Especially covering up plain old, yucky colored buttons! Please do more, and show us the projects where they are used. THANK YOU!!!!
I love how you work. You just plough in in there and have fun and get amazing results! I would be too worried about making the designs perfect or getting a matching set and thus hinder my creativity. I love these, and you're such an inspiration!
Hi Julia I'm not familiar with Fimo, so forgive my ignorance but the embellishing pieces are NOT glued, is that correct? You just press them into the base cover? Thank you. Once again l'm in awe of your wonderful ideas. Love n hugs from Nova Scotia. Alison.
Hi Alison, Yes, I do not glue the embellishing pieces- I just press them into the clay. They seem to meld together when baking. Thanks so much for watching, Julia
Julia these are so cute, it really adds that little pizazz to your project. I've got so many projects to make, I don't know where I'll find the time. Happy Crafting!!!
Hi Julia, I have come late to the party but have been really enjoying your videos. You are very good at what you do and your instructions are clear and quite easy to follow. You have a wide variety of projects, all interesting. I am very interested in upcycling, especially clothing so would enjoy more of those projects. Thank you for all your videos.
Maravilloso , una estupenda idea para hacer nuestros propios botones así nuestros proyectos quedarán muy personalizados ,Felicitaciones , todos tus proyectos son siempre muy inspiradores , muchas gracias . Abrazos hasta pronto .
I LOVE THESE!!! I already bought my clay and got it softened up. Some I colored with pink distress dye. I hope that is ok to color coat. I'm excited to make these when a cooler day comes around. Thx for great video and clear instructions. I think these are GENIUS!!! Austin,TX USA
Hi, I have had great luck with the clay covered buttons and washability. I used to make them without the button and did have some breakage. You might want to do some testing. Julia
The buttons are baked at 230'- a low temp. I have never had trouble with the buttons melting at that temperature. Do not put polymer clay in a hot oven. Thanks for watching, Julia
Hi, I am using a water based acrylic protective seal. Mine is called "Polycrylic" and is made by Minwax. The finish on mine is clear satin. I purchased mine at the hardware store. Hope this helps, Julia
Hi, I have never tried the alcohol ink but I would give it a try. You might get some cool effects. Here's an Amazon link to the Metallic Rub-on-Creams. You also may be able to find them at a craft store.amzn.to/3iXIiMk Thanks so much for watching, I hope you give these buttons a try. Lots of fun! Julia
I love these! I’ll have to dig out my polymer clay stash. Do you have any trouble with the small pieces you added on top staying attached after it’s baked? Definitely trying this!! Thank you.
I have been claying for a while now and I love this because now ugly buttons can be dressed up and not end up in the landfill. I have a question about baking plastic buttons has there been any problems with that ?? I have lots of metal that I will start with
I use a low temperature- 270’ and only bake for 20 minutes. I have not had any problems with the plastic buttons. I love the organic look- each is different.
Thank you so much Phyllis! I’ve been getting questions on it. In my younger days I made polymer buttons for my sweatshirt jackets. I just used the clay without the button and did have some breakage. The clay wrapped buttons are much stronger but the shape is limited to round. Have a great week Phyllis- spring is in the air! Julia
I'm so glad you like it! I find myself using it a lot for reference. If I need correct colors I Google image the flower name. I like the outline drawings.
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Oh wow, Julia! there is no end to your talent! I can’t wait to jazz up my buttons, to quote Annie Hegr! 😍
What a fun idea to use & recycle all those boring black buttons we all have laying around!
I have no idea how I'm just now finding your channel. What an absolute treasure trove of ideas! There goes my productive morning. ☺️
Hi Andrea, Welcome aboard! I am so glad you found my channel too. Happy creating, Julia
🌸🌺💐. These are beautiful. Thanks for sharing. 💐🌺🌸
Hi Julia - Oh my goodness!!! I absolutely love these. The flower and leaf toppers came out so pretty. You come up with the best crafts & things! These would love great on anything. It amazes me at all the fun things you think up to make. Would have never thought about doing this but it’s looks like so much fun. Each one is unique. Might be a nice thing for your Etsy shop and your summer shop too on cute button cards. None would have to match and that would be the great thing. All different kinds to use on any type project.
Hope you are getting some warm weather. We are chilly here and getting ready for Dogwood Winter later in the week. Already been through Redbud Winter. One more cold snap to go - Blackberry Winter. After that, we should warm up around the first of May! I’m so ready for the ☀️☀️☀️. Take care and have fun with all those awesome buttons! Hugs. 💕☀️🧵
Hi Pam, I was thinking the same thing about selling these in my shop. What a great idea about the button card. It would be a unique item. It's still cold here but the sun is finally shining. Oh how the sun makes everything better! We are hoping to make a quick trip to TN before my summer shop opens. It is hard to get away in the summer and I'm missing my daughter. Working hard to get product done before I leave but am following your advice and not putting to much pressure on myself. I am SO hard on myself but am getting better :) Have a great week, enjoy the little signs of spring! Julia
@@stitchesbyjulia I think you need to just load up and head to TN. I’m sure you will have plenty of goodies for your shop. No worries! Life is too short and you need to enjoy the process of making your things. Rushing to do more just wears you out and then you get stressed. At that point, it’s not fun but a chore.
I have learned that whatever I get done in a day is good enough. Took me a long time to come to terms that I can’t do what I used to but once I did, it makes life so much better. Go see your daughter and enjoy the trip away. I’m sure she’s missing y’all too. Stay safe and have fun!!! Love & Hugs!
PS - Those buttons will sell like hot cakes in your shop. Make some batches and put on button cards and that’s fun, easy and a great item for your shop! 😊💕☀️
Who knew you could bake plastic buttons? Great idea !
I've had great success with these clay covered buttons. Each is so unique. Remember that the oven temp is only 275' and the buttons only stay in for 20 minutes. I haven't had any melt on me yet!
Lovely buttons Julia, thank you for sharing 🤗 Bridget
What a great idea! Tfs Diana Romero❤️🙏🏼😷💐
Awesome...I LOVE these! As a button lover, so excited to have some ideas to jazz up ordinary (boring) buttons!!!
Thanks for the inspiration Julia. It is so enjoyable watching you create. Thanks for sharing.
Love all your ideas, i watched All your videos and I am craving more🤭 You got me interested in free motion embroidery and I can't stop.
Hi, I am so excited to hear about your free-motion stitching! Isn't it fun and addicting?!
@@stitchesbyjulia yes, it is. I LOVE IT! THANK YOU! I also color them in with fabric paints, that is so relaxing and brings a lot of joy to me. ❤
OMG they are wonderful!! So pretty!!
How fun! These would make really cute magnets or pushpins as well! I love how your brain works; I can see these used as cute decorations for a simple frame too. Thanks for sharing.
Great ideas!
I love buttons! Super cute & fun! Thanks for sharing 🌟
So pretty and easy to do. My daughter has tons of polymer clay I'm gonna get into her stash!
Thank you Julia another fun project
Loving these buttons Julia ! Original and fun to do, thanks for sharing them.
Your buttons are amazing, so pretty and surprisingly easy!
This is so cool, Julia! Thank you! ❤️🙏🏾🤗
OMG Julia they look beautiful, love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi Julia. This i LOVE!! They will look so great on any craft project! Thanks for sharing!! 💖💐👌
I love working with polymer clay. These are adorable. Cant wait to see what u do next!!!
I love watching your videos! I always learn something. You have such an extensive imagi ation.
Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.
Really delightful!
Well I never....brilliant!! ❤️❤️
How cool is this!!!
Love these, thanks for sharing!
I have thought of doing decorative buttons with the polymer clay but not over buttons. Are the buttons plastic and if so does the plastic melt and/or put out a plastic odor during baking?
As a kid we’d bake plastic Mardi Gras beads and melt them in pie tins for sun catchers. That was way back when the beads were strung on string and loose instead of modern beads fused to string. Anyway, the melting plastic would stink baking in the oven, lol. I grew up in an old house with high ceilings and casement windows that ventilated the kitchen well so it wasn’t a big deal and lots of fun.
Hi, I am using a cool temperature (230') for baking. The buttons do not melt or smell however the polymer clay does have an oder when baking. Another option would be clay that hardens with air. I have never used it but would be an option. Thanks so much for watching, Julia
Wow!!!! You really knocked it out of the ballparkthis time!! This video is crammed full of fantastic ideas that I want to try. Especially covering up plain old, yucky colored buttons! Please do more, and show us the projects where they are used. THANK YOU!!!!
SO cute and easy! Can't wait to give it a try! Such fun getting to meet you this weekend! TFS the inspiration!
Hi Gail, It was so good meeting you too. Thanks so much for making the trip! Julia
Awesome! These would look great on a junk journal!
Agree! So much fun for a journal closure!
Oh my those are soooo beautiful. Such beautiful colors. Will have to try. Box is still not full. Hopefully couple weeks. Thanks for sharing. 😊
Wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing the fun of creating such unusual buttons! xx
I love how you work. You just plough in in there and have fun and get amazing results! I would be too worried about making the designs perfect or getting a matching set and thus hinder my creativity. I love these, and you're such an inspiration!
Thank you so much!
You are so creative. I love watching you channel.
Hi Julia
I'm not familiar with Fimo, so forgive my ignorance but the embellishing pieces are NOT glued, is that correct?
You just press them into the base cover?
Thank you. Once again l'm in awe of your wonderful ideas.
Love n hugs from Nova Scotia.
Alison.
Hi Alison, Yes, I do not glue the embellishing pieces- I just press them into the clay. They seem to meld together when baking. Thanks so much for watching, Julia
Thank you Julia for inspiring me, I love these buttons!
I love these buttons!
Oh my gosh I just love these! Super cute! 🤗💕
Amazing creative fun
Julia these are so cute, it really adds that little pizazz to your project. I've got so many projects to make, I don't know where I'll find the time. Happy Crafting!!!
Hi Julia,
I have come late to the party but have been really enjoying your videos. You are very good at what you do and your instructions are clear and quite easy to follow. You have a wide variety of projects, all interesting. I am very interested in upcycling, especially clothing so would enjoy more of those projects. Thank you for all your videos.
You’re so clever, love this idea. My grandsons would love to help make these.
Maravilloso , una estupenda idea para hacer nuestros propios botones así nuestros proyectos quedarán muy personalizados ,Felicitaciones , todos tus proyectos son siempre muy inspiradores , muchas gracias . Abrazos hasta pronto .
Love these so much.
I LOVE THESE!!! I already bought my clay and got it softened up. Some I colored with pink distress dye. I hope that is ok to color coat. I'm excited to make these when a cooler day comes around. Thx for great video and clear instructions. I think these are GENIUS!!!
Austin,TX USA
Hi, I'm so glad you like these buttons. I love making these and each turns out unique. Have fun creating these!
Such a cute idea! Thanks for sharing!
Wow😳😳 soooo fun, and absolutely pretty! So many different options, thank you ❤️😀
These are soooooo adorable. I’m super excited to try them. I wonder how they will hold up on apparel after repeated washing. ❤️🌵🇺🇸
Hi, I have had great luck with the clay covered buttons and washability. I used to make them without the button and did have some breakage. You might want to do some testing. Julia
@@stitchesbyjulia The buttons are beautiful. I had the same question about washing the buttons. Thank you for answering
k3of5ks' question.
So inspiring!Thank you!
So cute. I love this.
Would love to try this, it looks like a lot of fun,and they turn out so cute.
I Love These 💖Thank you for sharing🦋🌺
Julia you are amazing. I gotta find your esty store and buy some more things. My friends love your thing s too.😘😊
Cute idea. Always so imaginative😊
Beautiful and innovative as usual🥰👏
Thank you for sharing
Fantastic, I know what I’ll be working on this weekend 😀
I just love these
Doin this! Ordered the products, craft day with my friends coming up! Thank you!
Sounds like a wonderful day with friends! Enjoy
great project x
This is awesome 💝
So very cute💕
Love it 👏👏👏👏👏
These are really cute. Do you have to worry about the heat because of the buttons inside the clay?
The buttons are baked at 230'- a low temp. I have never had trouble with the buttons melting at that temperature. Do not put polymer clay in a hot oven. Thanks for watching, Julia
Oh yes, and what is the cream rub on stuff you use. Is it a paint? Joy again.
How creative..the buttons are eye catching. Is there a specific sealant that you use at the end?
Hi, I am using a water based acrylic protective seal. Mine is called "Polycrylic" and is made by Minwax. The finish on mine is clear satin. I purchased mine at the hardware store. Hope this helps, Julia
Hi Julia, Can you use the alcohol ink to color the clay? I am new to crafting of any kind and love your way of doing clay covered buttons. Thank you!
Hi, I have never tried the alcohol ink but I would give it a try. You might get some cool effects. Here's an Amazon link to the Metallic Rub-on-Creams. You also may be able to find them at a craft store.amzn.to/3iXIiMk Thanks so much for watching, I hope you give these buttons a try. Lots of fun! Julia
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Ooooo I LOVE this🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
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I love these! I’ll have to dig out my polymer clay stash. Do you have any trouble with the small pieces you added on top staying attached after it’s baked? Definitely trying this!! Thank you.
Hi Patti, Push the added pieces into the clay a bit and it should hold after baking. Hope you give it a try! I love the results. Julia
Thank you! I’ll try that
I have been claying for a while now and I love this because now ugly buttons can be dressed up and not end up in the landfill. I have a question about baking plastic buttons has there been any problems with that ?? I have lots of metal that I will start with
I use a low temperature- 270’ and only bake for 20 minutes. I have not had any problems with the plastic buttons. I love the organic look- each is different.
Hi Julia, I have some air drying clay (Daas) and will see if I can test some things for wash ablility. If I do, I'll let you know the results. :-)
Thank you so much Phyllis! I’ve been getting questions on it. In my younger days I made polymer buttons for my sweatshirt jackets. I just used the clay without the button and did have some breakage. The clay wrapped buttons are much stronger but the shape is limited to round. Have a great week Phyllis- spring is in the air! Julia
Love these. How the heck do you find the button holes so quick? lol
I'm so glad you like it! I find myself using it a lot for reference. If I need correct colors I Google image the flower name. I like the outline drawings.
Wow😊😊😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️