One of the pins floating around pinterest right now is for a bowl made out of buttons. Now this object was designed by an actual designer, so he does not give instructions on how to make it. Some people have tried to duplicate it and suggested various methods. I decided to give it a try and see what I came up with. The final product did not turn out as clean as the original but is still colorful and functional.
Materials:
- Package of buttons
- Small balloon
- Elmers glue
- Scissors
- Something to set the balloon in while you work
Directions:
- Blow up the balloon. Tie it off and set it tied side down in a container.
- Glue buttons in a circular pattern on the balloon. Continue this until you reach your desired size. You may have to stop and let these dry, use a hair dyer to dry them quicker, or keep pushing the buttons up because the angle of the balloon will cause the buttons on the side to start slipping down.
- Let the project dry overnight.
- Spread Elmers glue over the entire buttons and let dry over night.
- Pop the balloon. I suggest cutting a hole near the tied part of the balloon and slowly letting the air out.
- Remove excess scraps of balloon from the bowl.
- Cut away excess glue as needed.
This project would be fun to make with a children's book club. They could start the first layer and then would have to finish it up at home. It you are looking for a children's book about buttons try Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons by Eric Litwin. This book is fun, colorful, and keeps the soul dyed bright!
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