Give your beaded friendship bracelets some extra pop with shank buttons! Novelty buttons are often less expensive than charms, come in smaller quantities perfect for crafting, and look adorable on both apparel and accessories. If you can tie a simple overhand knot, you can make beaded button bracelets for all your friends - spreading handmade love one bracelet at a time!
A 10–20 minutes craft for ages 6–12, using supplies you likely already have — Elastic Stretch Cord, Pony Beads, and Buttons.
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This project calls for shank buttons. Shank buttons have a loop on the back to attach the button. They do not have traditional buton holes. shank buttons work well in beading projects because they lay flatter than regular buttons without shredding your beading elastic
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