Blue Daisy Large Buttons: Sewing Projects That Pop

Quick answer

Attach blue daisy large buttons to any medium-weight fabric or bag using a reinforced shank method. These 1 inch buttons add a playful focal point and stay secure with proper thread tension.

How to sew blue daisy large buttons securely

1. Mark the button placement: Use a fabric pencil to mark the center of each button position. For large buttons, space them at least 2 inches apart to avoid crowding. Check alignment by buttoning a test button through the buttonhole. A common mistake is marking placement after sewing the button; test-fit first.
2. Thread a doubled needle and knot the end: Use a strong thread like polyester or buttonhole twist. Double the thread and tie a small knot at the end. For large buttons, choose a thread color that matches the fabric, not the button, so the stitches are less visible. Single thread may break under the tension of a 1 inch button; double thread prevents future repairs.
3. Create a thread shank for thick fabrics: Insert the needle from the back of the fabric, through one hole of the button, then back down through the opposite hole. Place a toothpick or a large needle on top of the button while stitching to create a 1/8 inch space. Wrap the thread around the stitches under the button to form a shank. Without a shank, the button will not fit over heavy fabric layers and may gap.
4. Secure the button with a figure-eight stitch: Repeat the stitch through all four holes in a figure-eight pattern (if using a 4-hole daisy button). Pull each stitch taut enough to hold the button snug, but not so tight that the fabric puckers. A common error is pulling the thread too tight, which causes the fabric to wrinkle around the button.
5. Tie off and conceal the knot: After three or four figure-eight passes, bring the needle to the back of the fabric, tie a double knot close to the fabric surface, and bury the thread tail under a few stitches. Trim excess close to the knot. Leaving a long thread tail can catch on yarn or fabric loops; trim neatly.

Product spotlight

• Blue Daisy Large 1" Buttons: Made from eco-friendly cellulose acetate with a pearly white center and periwinkle blue petals, sold in packs of 6 buttons. The cellulose acetate material is lightweight but sturdy, so these large buttons hold their shape without weighing down lightweight fabrics.