There are as many ways to store buttons as, well, we have buttons! But how do you know what one is right for you? Here’s our five favorite ideas for button storage so that you can always find the ones you need quickly and easily.
Mason Jars
Grandma had the right idea…”Grandma’s button jar” is a great way to store buttons functionally as well as beautifully. Mix them all together, or make a rainbow of jars to choose from for your projects.
Plastic Zip Bags
They’re affordable, easy to get in a multitude of sizes, and everyone knows how to use them! It’s easy to see what you have inside clear zip bags, and best of all – they are easily portable for crafting on the go!
Hardware Drawers
Hardware drawer units aren’t just great for nuts and bolts – they’re great for small items like buttons in the craft room, too. So go ahead, raid the garage. We won’t tell where that hardware drawer unit went! (photo credit: May Flaum)
photo credit: May Flaum
Resealable Plastic Containers
Looking for a button storage solution that is lightweight and unbreakable, but still stackable? Resealable plastic food containers might be the answer for storing your buttons. They are available in plenty of sizes, and in either disposable or heavy duty weights, depending on your budget. Try your local dollar store for budget options!
Compartment Boxes
These come in different types and no matter what you call them – jewelry storage, tackle boxes – there’s no argument that small compartmentalized boxes are great for button storage and for storing other small items, too. Easy to tuck in a drawer or a craft tote, these boxes are an easy way to keep your button stash organized.
What is your favorite button storage method? Please share in the comments to inspire other readers with your ideas!
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Use a collection of the turquoise mason jars in various sizes, a wooden shelf with drawers for the basics, one drawer each for white, black and naturals buttons, the mason jars sit on top of the shelf on the wall. One jar of buttons all from one brand, one jar of random buttons taken off clothing, on jar of shaped buttons, etc. And then I have a small wooden box with divider and I line up my antique findings by colors. Sew too, so I love my buttons!
I like the Mason jar idea, it makes a colorful display. Who won the giveaway?