Handmade Frog & Ball Button
In this lesson, you will learn how to create a handmade frog closure and ball button out of cotton cord. Frogs can be used as a closure or as a decorative touch. The handmade ball button can work independently as a button as well. Once you master the cotton cord technique try your hand at a self-fabric corded version.
Module | Description | Step |
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1 | Frog Lesson Prep | 1-7 |
2 | Basting the Frog Together | 1-4 |
3 | Sewing the Frog | 1-9 |
4 | Ironing the Frog | 1-3 |
5 | Handmade Ball Button | 1-9 |
MODULE 1 • Frog Lesson Prep
Step | Description |
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1A | To begin this lesson, download our Frog Template. |
1B | You will also need a 15” (38.1cm) length of ¼” (6mm) cotton cord. |
2 | Begin the lesson by pinning the cord to the paper template and cutting mat, starting at the center of one of the loops. |
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