Sew a Button Perfectly

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90 minutes

5 steps

·Beginner

After 90 min: A securely sewn button that will last for years

What you need

needlethreadbuttonscissorscloth

The 90-Minute Plan

Thread0–15 min

Cut 24 inches of thread, thread needle, and tie a knot at the end

Position15–35 min

Push needle through fabric from back to front, coming up through button hole

Stitch35–55 min

Push needle down through opposite hole and back up 6–8 times for strength

Wrap55–75 min

Wrap thread around button base to create shank, then push through to back

Finish75–90 min

Tie off with secure knot on reverse side and trim excess thread

Pro Tip

Creating a shank allows the button to move freely, preventing stress on stitches

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