Most of us have a little store of buttons that we hang on to because we know they'll come in handy. But unless you're a super-keen dressmaker (and your old buttons happen to be perfect for your new sewing projects) you'll probably find that you've got more buttons than you could ever possibly need. So here's our selection of craft projects to put your buttons to good use, and make something beautiful for you or your home.

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Shirt buttons are stuck onto a plain painted box in a heart shape.

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More heart-shaped makes

You can sew buttons onto a cushion in any pattern you want. Here, a single red button adds a touch of colour to a heart design.

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More heart-shaped makes

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So simple to make, for this heart you can use different-coloured buttons, similar shades, or all one colour - and it makes a great present.

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More heart-shaped makes

Button-based jewellery is bang on trend, so get yours here!

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Make a long beaded necklace

Make a pearl and crystal necklace

Pretty and pearly in flowing script
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Sew all kinds of cushions

A super-simple jewellery make that's great for kids too.

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Make leather thong and bead bracelets

Make simple friendship bracelets

hTextured buttons are sewn on in a circle design, leaving lots of space between each button.

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