1.14.2010

New Buttons




I love buttons. They can add so much to a finished piece.

I was recently very excited to find this awesome button selection at Tangled Yarns
and couldn't help but get some for myself!

Both of these buttons are made from coconut shells so they are nice and lightweight.
This is a really good thing because if buttons are too heavy
they can weigh down your sweater or cause the fabric
to fold over on itself if left unbuttoned.

I love the way the cut out buttons look with my Tea Leaves Cardigan!
They are the perfect size too!


Now all I need is a buttonband for them!


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30 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2010 at 6:57 PM

    they're beautiful! And will be amazing with that yarn....

    Thea

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  2. French Press KnitsJanuary 14, 2010 at 8:02 PM

    Agreed- lovely!

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  3. AllisonJanuary 14, 2010 at 8:10 PM

    I have a secret button obsession...I have a drawer full of them because I keep buying them but can't use them fast enough!

    These are exquisite...and are going to be lovely with the cardigan. Can't wait to see the FO!

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  4. the nestJanuary 14, 2010 at 8:20 PM

    i've been thinking that my button stash is looking a bit meager lately, now you've inspired some enhancement for sure! your sweater is beautiful... my tea leaves are madeline tosh merino in dahlia; don't you think almost any of amy's colors would be pretty?!

    best.

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  5. ZuzanaKJanuary 15, 2010 at 1:37 AM

    So the cardigan is finished then? Can't wait to see it properly! I love the buttons, they look really nice on the cardigan.

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  6. Drop Stitches Not BombsJanuary 15, 2010 at 1:44 AM

    Ooh, gorgeous! I love buttons too, increasingly so since I've been on a semi yarn diet - it's nice to be able to walk into a yarn shop and not walk out empty-handed. Plus they take up so much less space than yarn - hooray!

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  7. mooncalfJanuary 15, 2010 at 2:07 AM

    Take care with the button band:

    a) The pattern has the bands the wrong way round for a womens garment so make sure you do the buttonholes on the opposite side

    b) The pattern only uses two buttons so make sure to add an extra if you want to use 3 buttons.

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  8. DajdaJanuary 15, 2010 at 5:22 AM

    This is nice, I've got the same buttons on my winter coat! They look great and a lot of people tell me they love the look of those buttons.

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  9. KimJanuary 15, 2010 at 5:41 AM

    As always, love your podcast and these buttons are just gorgeous!

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  10. drMolly, the BeanQueenJanuary 15, 2010 at 7:26 AM

    lOVE those buttons! The do look wonderful with your sweater. Godd choice/

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  11. t does woolJanuary 15, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    great button choice...beautiful knit.

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2010 at 9:23 AM

    oooh, i can't wait to see the finished garment. it looks gorgeous!

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  13. TanyaJanuary 15, 2010 at 10:39 AM

    perfect! The detailed cut out is so lovely.

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  14. Kate (KnitsInClass)January 15, 2010 at 11:04 AM

    Gorgeous!

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  15. tempo.dkJanuary 15, 2010 at 10:36 PM

    I just discovered your wonderful blog. Very nice. I also like the buttons. Bente

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2010 at 7:08 AM

    Wow, they are fabulous buttons.I probably should not know about this shop...

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  17. Michelle BJanuary 16, 2010 at 8:01 AM

    Gorgeous yarn, sweater, and buttons!

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  18. EllyJanuary 16, 2010 at 1:18 PM

    Love these buttons! Great selection with this beautiful knit cardigan. I can't wait to see the complete picture!

    Elly

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  19. KateJanuary 18, 2010 at 10:35 AM

    Oooh I love them! Wonderful find!

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  20. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2010 at 12:43 PM

    Definitely a good choice, they are gorgeous!

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  21. Connie, the daisyheadJanuary 19, 2010 at 3:27 PM

    I so love these buttons! I looked at their other choices, too. I so want to shop now!

    Alas, no extra right now. But it has inspired an idea~ henna designs on wooden buttons. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  22. CeRaeJanuary 20, 2010 at 6:10 AM

    Super cute buttons... and perfect for your sweater.

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  23. EstellaJanuary 22, 2010 at 11:12 AM

    Those ARE wonderful buttons! I used coconut shell buttons on a sweater for my daughter - it made it look much more interesting. I admit to having a slight button addiction too! :)

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  24. gjarshirdJanuary 22, 2010 at 4:59 PM

    I enjoy your podcasts. Really have learned a lot. gloria

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2010 at 8:49 PM

    They look fantastic with the cardigan!

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  26. Jill WarrenJanuary 25, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    I miss your podcase. I hope March comes soon. I love the buttons with the tea leaf... I want some -

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  27. YarnOnTheHouseJanuary 27, 2010 at 9:50 AM

    Ooooh la la!

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  28. JaneJanuary 29, 2010 at 10:33 AM

    Gorgeous buttons and yarn!

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  29. SuzanneJuly 12, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Gosh, I hadn't seen these buttons on this post. They are precious.

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  30. rinebirdJuly 15, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I love the buttons you have used on your new sweater.I don't know if you are aeare oft www.etsy.com?There are amazing buttons finds on there & handmade wooden ones.www.etsy.com
    All things handmade, including yarn.
    I am not affiliated I just buy!Good Day,Alana
    rinebird@gmail.com

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