tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post5707971355403803317..comments2024-03-22T12:39:11.972+00:00Comments on verykerryberry: Fabric Covered Buttons in Five Easy Stepsverykerryberryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07485169920671733941noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-90161118215041003292013-10-13T01:00:40.916+01:002013-10-13T01:00:40.916+01:00I've only used the metal ones I have to admit,...I've only used the metal ones I have to admit, although I've had no issue with them - a little woven fusible on the back can help if it's really sheer.<br /><br />I must be the only one happy with my button holes (I did 9 yesterday alone!) *slinks off into the corner with Big Brother and his amazing buttonholes*Katy Cameronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04374079358515448439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-37906808736316694742013-10-11T22:38:00.666+01:002013-10-11T22:38:00.666+01:00I actually like the zipper foot. I can sew really ...I actually like the zipper foot. I can sew really close in and often use it for top stitching very close to the edge. Totally agree about buttonholer. I dread using it because of the hiccups. I am eager to hear about your possible solution. :)Jenny Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14174438668766147257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-62102560824863337872013-10-11T21:55:42.622+01:002013-10-11T21:55:42.622+01:00Could you pop a slightly smaller button than you&#...Could you pop a slightly smaller button than you'll be using, in the auto thingumy? Won't help with the wobbles, but would make them more snug.<br />I haven't tried the plastic buttons, but might now xMrs Flying Blind...https://www.blogger.com/profile/15064004823351464643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-27488174535371038472013-10-11T18:47:36.158+01:002013-10-11T18:47:36.158+01:00I am eager to hear your solution because I've ...I am eager to hear your solution because I've never been happy with the buttonholer myself. one of the most disappointing things about the machine imo. i also never use the zipper foot either--the open toe accufeed works better.knottygnomehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02645875149236777360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-25767081210500327202013-10-11T18:15:06.343+01:002013-10-11T18:15:06.343+01:00Hi Verykerryberry just stumbled on to your blog an...Hi Verykerryberry just stumbled on to your blog and absolutely love it. Started blogging myself this year and am just learning to sew and crochet. I can knit but am finding that my sewing is taking over - I have lots to learn and love reading fabulous blogs like yours - hope you don't mind but I am going to put you as one of my favourites. I am also planning a giveaway on 1st November of a Sophie Tilley dolly bobbin so please take part. Thanks for a great post, you are so informative and interesting. Have a fabulous weekend,<br />Lots of love<br />Dorothy<br />:-)xxxxxxxxxxxxx<br /><br />crochetknittingsewing.blogspot.com<br />Dorothy's RoomAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01578046964126611388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-90391798466057455172013-10-11T17:35:05.739+01:002013-10-11T17:35:05.739+01:00Interesting, I have found that the button hole is ...Interesting, I have found that the button hole is a bit inconsistent too. I also agree that one misstep with a slight bump or bit of friction will ruin the button hole. Amy Friendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06910707686408995865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-5887948087021333622013-10-11T17:24:14.461+01:002013-10-11T17:24:14.461+01:00When I've covered big metal buttons before and...When I've covered big metal buttons before and the metal is likely to show through I've used a little scrap of thin interfacing - not fused to the fabric just sat next to it. Not tried it with small buttons because I find those fiddly to make in the first place without extra bulk! <br /><br />What a pain your machine seems almost 'too clever' for what you want at times!Isisjemhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13639503578526424947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-18460723459671976532013-10-11T17:02:06.133+01:002013-10-11T17:02:06.133+01:00I like your idea Lucy! I have done a bound pocket...I like your idea Lucy! I have done a bound pocket before but not a buttonhole. although I think they are suited to a larger button maybe? They do have a lovely finishverykerryberryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07485169920671733941noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1652190296430922611.post-92169295686754439572013-10-11T16:55:30.425+01:002013-10-11T16:55:30.425+01:00I agree about a sewing machine, even a beloved one...I agree about a sewing machine, even a beloved one, not always being perfect. Have you tried bound buttonholes? I think they'd look so elegant on your dresses and wouldn't stretch out of shape like regular zig zag ones. Here are two links that do a good job explaining the process. http://www.coletterie.com/sewalongs/tutorial-bound-buttonholes and http://sewaholic.net/bound-buttonholes-my-favourite-method/ It seems like an intimidating process but really it isn't. You could try it a few times on scraps and your confidence will soar.7LucyPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03604426929782210954noreply@blogger.com