Buttons can be used for much more than clothing! Use them to make button art for your home – here are 25+ ideas. These are so easy!
Welcome to the whimsical world of DIY button art, where those tiny little disks aren’t just for fastening clothes, but for unlocking a universe of creativity!
Turns out, you folks are as smitten with button art as I am – and why wouldn’t you be? There’s something undeniably charming about creating art with these pint-sized wonders.
Imagine a big plastic container brimming with buttons of all shapes, sizes, and colors, sitting quietly on my craft shelf.
It’s not just a container; it’s a treasure trove of possibilities, a kaleidoscope of ideas waiting to burst into life.
Whether you’re looking to adorn your walls, add some flair to your jewelry, or even transform a basic thumbtack into a piece of art, buttons are your go-to. And the best part?
You don’t need to be a crafting guru to join in on the fun. Button art is delightfully simple, so much so that I’m almost tempted to challenge you to find a difficult button project. (But let’s keep things fun and friendly, shall we?)
Now, you might be wondering, ‘What’s the secret glue that holds these masterpieces together?’ The answer lies in good old craft glue, like Aleene’s.
You want something tacky, something with a grip that says, ‘I’m not letting these buttons go anywhere.’
Mod Podge, our beloved decoupage medium, takes a back seat here, and E-6000? Well, that’s like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut. Stick with tacky glue for best results.
With over 25 button art ideas just a scroll away, prepare to be dazzled, inspired, and maybe a little overwhelmed (but in the best way).
Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a curious newbie, there’s a button art project with your name on it.
And once you’ve picked your favorite and brought it to life, don’t forget to share your masterpiece in the comments. I can’t wait to see which button beauty wins your heart!
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Button Canvas Art
Learn how to make this button canvas art the easy way! Add a simple painted border and then make a circle of buttons. Such cute wall art.
Lizzie was on the hunt for some cute art for a toddler bedroom, and that's when she came up with this unique idea with buttons. I love that she added thread too.
You don’t have to be a tree hugger to love this tutorial, although it does make a great Earth Day craft! Whip up this DIY button art project for a playroom or baby’s nursery using the free template.
Rainbows are always in style as far as I'm concerned. First you'll draw and color the rainbow, then glue the buttons on top to make an awesome piece of art.
“I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!” Get an ice cream inspired button art tutorial that looks delicious and so absolutely yummy hanging on your wall or sitting on your shelf.
Tricia made this art for her son's nursery! I love that it's in a shadowbox, so there's some dimension to it. Plus I love all the colors of buttons she used.
These button cupcakes look almost as delicious as the real thing! I absolutely love the treatment that Dot gave to the chocolate icing, with a variety of beautiful buttons in brown.
Are you an owl lover? I definitely am – I have a tattoo of one on my leg! Get a template to make your own owl button craft that you can customize in any colors.
You can find a wood heart at pretty much any craft store. Grab some buttons and get decorating to make a unique piece of art you can put on the mantel or anywhere else you like to decorate for Valentine's Day.
Button Art is an easy and fun DIY project to add festive decor to your St. Patrick's Day party! All you need are buttons, scrapbook paper, a shamrock cutout, a glue stick, a hot glue gun and a frame (without glass). Use your imagination to get creative with your designs!
This is such a fun and relatively simple project that results in a gorgeous piece of custom artwork for your home decor. How cute would this be as part of your Easter mantel display?
I absolutely LOVE this leaf art made with buttons and a bunch of smaller beads! The pretty beads in green, yellow, and green really make for a pretty fall.
I kind of have a thing for skulls, so I got pretty tickled when I saw this skulligan made of buttons. You can put it on a pillow like in the post, or on a canvas, or wherever you like.
If you're looking for some simple fall decor that works through Halloween, this candy corn craft is going to be your favorite! Very easy with just three colors of buttons.
Add some button Christmas art featuring a cardinal bird to your home decor! So easy to put together that even young children can make this winter craft.
If you have a spare piece of scrap wood, then you'll just need some buttons to make this snowman art. Perfect for Christmas and winter, and kids love to help with it.
What do you think about these cute button ideas? I’d love to know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other posts with various supplies you might want to try:
I love the way you use the buttons and I want to do some too.
Barb Heiniger
Saturday 27th of August 2022
I love button art. Your work is outstanding. I would like to make a John Deere tractor for my nephew in greens, yellows and black. Where do you source your buttons? Thank you and continue to be amazing.
Cathy Smith
Friday 12th of January 2024
@Barb Heiniger,
Hi - I thought the same thing! They usually source the supply list, at the end of each of the directions. Any hoot - Amazon had many options, for bulk and colorful buttons! Cheap too I thought! Cathy (Virginia)
Linda
Monday 1st of May 2023
I love the way you use the buttons and I want to do some too.
Barb Heiniger
Saturday 27th of August 2022
I love button art. Your work is outstanding. I would like to make a John Deere tractor for my nephew in greens, yellows and black. Where do you source your buttons? Thank you and continue to be amazing.
Cathy Smith
Friday 12th of January 2024
@Barb Heiniger,
Hi - I thought the same thing! They usually source the supply list, at the end of each of the directions. Any hoot - Amazon had many options, for bulk and colorful buttons! Cheap too I thought! Cathy (Virginia)