What You Need to Know Before Making Your First Pair of Button Earrings

Have you ever picked up two earrings and said to yourself, I can make them? You can, at least, with button earrings. Uncomplicated, elegant, and, most importantly, changeable, they will allow you to express your imagination and introduce a touch of individuality to your jewelry wardrobe.  

In the case of the article of jewelry in Park Place Jewelers, there was a phase of a vintage appearance of the button style jewelry to the modern, minimalistic look. You can either have a traditional gold appearance or a fashionable cloth; this guide will take you through the whole thing before you begin.

Why Button Earrings Are So Much In Style

The earrings in the form of buttons are always in demand. Their roundness fits all faces, and suits most outfits - office suits and evening gowns.  

They were initially popular in the 1950s and 60s when it was the time of bold shapes. They have come back today because of their versatility and easy elegance.  

The button designs, as opposed to the long or hoop earrings, fit in the earlobe and provide a subtle and stylish worn effect. One can make them using pearls, stones, or cloths, combining the old elegance with new simplicity.

Critical Elements that You Will Require  

Preparations: Before you begin, get the foundations. To create your first pair, you will be required to have a few supplies and tools.  

Basic Supplies 

• Buttons: select those that have a flat back or slightly rounded (shank).  
• Earring posts and backs: select silver, gold, or a hypoallergenic metal.  
• Jewelry glue or epoxy: to attach the button to the post.  
• Pliers/tweezers: to do a fine job.  
• Alcohol wipes: in order to wipe down everything prior to glueing.  

Optional Embellishments  

• Sparkle tiny stones or rhinestones.  
• Cloth, lace, or thread to give it a handmade feel.  
• Adding color using metallic paint or enamel.  

Gold button earrings are good when you want an elegant appearance. Gold-plated or old gold buttons can be used to give you a classical feel.

How To Make Button Earrings (In the Step-by-Step Guide).  

Now, you have your tools, and it is time to create. Follow these easy steps.  

Step 1: Choose Your Buttons  

Customized pick buttons. Gold or pearl buttons can be used for a classic appearance. Fabric or colorful resin buttons may be used in this style.  

Step 2: Prepare the Buttons  

In the event of the button having a shank, pliers may be used to take the button off, leaving the back flat. This maintains the earlobe button level. Smooth surface where necessary.  

Step 3: Clean and Prep  

Clean the button and the earring post with alcohol wipes to get rid of dust and oil. Glue glues better on clean surfaces.  

Step 4: Glue the Post  

Put some jewelry glue or epoxy onto the flat part of the post. Stick it onto the back of the button. Allow to dry time of about 30 seconds and leave at least 24 hours to dry.

Step 5: Add Finishing Touches

After the glue is dry, decorate, should you wish. Add a small rock to the middle or paint a metal frame to make it appear prettier.

Its warm shade suits every skin complexion, and its smooth sparkle appears classy. Such earrings will fit both contemporary and traditional clothes, regardless of the color of the gold, yellow, white, or rose. Diamonds, sapphires, and pearls also look wonderful on them.

Park Place Jewelry is famous for the earrings that have the gold button and are favored by both beginners and experts. Their very fine and simple appearance is difficult to resist.  

Step 6: Wear and Shine  

And now you have made your earrings. Combine them with a blouse, dress, or a simple T-shirt - they match everything.

Selection of Different Button Styles

Not all buttons are the same. Select one that is to your taste.  

• Vintage Buttons are good when you want an old-school appearance.  
• Fabric-covered Buttons are comfortable and simple to replace.  
• Metal Buttons: tough and clean enough, good everyday.  
• Gemstone Buttons: demonstrate at professional affairs.
   

Professional Finish Tips

Even self-made earrings could pass off as store-made through some tricks.  

• Clean adhesive that is intended to be applied to metal or jewels.  
• Be sure to have the two sides of the earrings the same.  
• Use hypoallergenic metals in case of sensitive ears.  
• To maintain designs, seal used a transparent coating.  
• Put earrings in a soft pouch or a jewelry box, or avoid scratches.  

They can also be mixed with other jewelry. Avoid wearing necklaces or piling rings. You can match the tone of metal or color in case you desire a smooth appearance.  

The Gold Button Earrings: Attraction of Gold

There are a number of materials that button earrings are manufactured using; however, the most popular ones are the gold button earrings. Its warm color is present and matches all skin colors, and its soft shine makes it elegant.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Excess glue will drip and stain the look.
• Surface preparation omission: glue will not bond between oils and dust.
• Incompatible buttons: make sure that earrings are of the same size and design.
• Not allowing the glue to dry up: hurrying up will cause the posts to fall off.
• Be slow to get your earrings right and long-lasting.
  
  

Final Thoughts  

It is simple to make your own button earrings, and creative, and fun at the same time. Every couple has its story to give as a present or keep. Great accessories can be made with a few tools, great materials, and a little inspiration, and they remain one of a kind.

Park Place Jewelers believes that it is always important that jewelry made or purchased should reflect the character of an individual. That’s the whole point. Starting tonight. Your earrings that are made out of your first button may lead to something beautiful.