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[scarum]

Hello, for my small tufted upholstery project I need twelve buttons: size 30 (i.e., 3/4" in diameter) and to be covered with leather.

I was wondering if those cheap diy "craft cover button kits" sold in craft stores and online are sturdy enough for upholstery leather projects?

Alternatively, if I bring to the local upholstery shop the leather circles already cut to size, would $5 per button be too much to be charged? Would appreciate any comment! Thanks, s.

[John]

Hi @scarum! Ive never used those craft button kits but it would be worth a try.
$5 per button seams excessive. I would think it would be $1-2 each. Try asking your local fabric supplier. They will usually make buttons for you for cheep.

[scarum]

Thanks John! Will stop by the local upholstery shop again to inquire about buttons. They weren't very helpful or super welcoming though when I asked them to sell me scraps of leather and a piece of foam.

[Cody]

@scarum i can’t help you with the buttons, but I’m glad places like this forum exist. Cause the local
Places are harsh to me too. They never see a reason to work together and help one another. Just view it as competition.

[hapyrdr]

[kl4bidn]

@scarum Fabric shop buttons won't hold up to pressing leather between the pieces. A lot of time you have to skive the leather down even for the commercial button maker. I only have a size 22 die or I'd make them for you.

[scarum]

Thanks Cody, hapyrdr and Karyl-Lynn! I guess I will stay away from those diy button kits. Thanks for the video; haven't seen this particular one on diy buttons, but recognized the hands! Super-informative channel it is. I am still working on the bench itself (shaping, sanding, then finishing) and the leather pattern for the seat, so will be ready to attach buttons in two-three weeks at best. Thank you for the generous offer, Karyl-Lynn! I'll keep it in mind. Best, s.