Dorset Button (Dorset Buttons) was invented in Dorset (England) in the 18th century. Initially, the base for the buttons was made from the raggy horns, the metal rings were used later. For a long time, the manufacture of Dorset buttons was a separate industry. This craft was engaged in whole families, as well as prisoners and orphan children in shelters. In 1851, John Ashton invented a special car and began the era of mass industrial production.
Because of the original non-violent appearance, Dorset Buttons is widely used in needlework. Buttons can be the basis for a beautiful brooch or hairpins, serve as an ornament for accessories or turn into a part of the wall collage ..
Make a dessetse button for anyone. This will require quite a few materials:
- plastic rings - it is desirable that the diameter of the ring is large enough for the convenience of work;
- scissors;
- Dull needle with a big ear;
- Yarn (any thread is suitable - woolen, silk, cotton);
- For decoration, you can also use pearls, beads.
First, the ring is winding the thread. Then they pave stitches on one side to another, connecting them in the center. Frames along which, with the help of the weave of the threads, form various patterns.
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How to make a loop on the Dorset button:
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