This is what you get after watching a night of royal wedding coverage. I'm serious! It all happened so subconsciously. A pretty vintage button, a few crystals, some nostalgia and blingo! And besides, anything to use a vintage button for jewelry, right? To make this I used a large Katiedid component, Beadalon gunmetal chain, button with round shank on back, Swarovski crystals, 3mm coral beads, and a Vintaj Arte metal leaf charm. Also, I sanded the Katiedid and put a coat of liver of sulphur on it….to antique it a bit, you know?
The button with a round shank on the back made it so I could string it just like a bead with the same head pin it's hanging from. Use a touch of tubing on both sides of the shank to center it—no adhesive required (jic you want to use your button for something else later on). Ok?
I've always loved vintage. If I was going to prom, I would wear this little gem. Or the Royal Wedding for that matter. Hey, a girl can dream!
Hi, I’m Candie. I design jewelry and crafts, author books, teach classes and host television programs. I thrive on simple ideas that anyone can achieve. I also love projects made from unexpected materials that stand the test of time. Join me as I lead a creative life! 
Gorgeous!!!!! I so wish I had time to make one…
this is really pretty – I like everything that sparkles- I bet this will shine with all the sunshine!!
No offense, but if there’s a facebook like button, it’ll be much easier for me to share.