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How to Sew on a Button. Types of Buttons. Four Hole Button. Shank Button. Two Hole Button. Location for Buttons. Materials & Supplies. Threading the Needle. Measure thread from elbow to fingers Cut from spool Moisten tip of thread Insert through needle’s eye (opening)
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Types of Buttons Four Hole Button Shank Button Two Hole Button
Threading the Needle • Measure thread from elbow to fingers • Cut from spool • Moisten tip of thread • Insert through needle’s eye (opening) • Push needle to middle of thread • Fold in half • Knot one end
Tying the Knot • Wrap thread (with short tail) around index finger • Roll thread off thumb forming a twist • Grab twist with middle finger of same hand • Pull thread tight with right hand • Repeat several times if necessary to make knot large enough for project
Finishing Knot • Take tiny stitch BUT don’t pull tight • Insert needle through circle formed in step one • Pull tight • Repeat 3-4 times