Introduction

A shank button is any button with a loop (or shank) on the back. This type of button is very easy to replace and will extend the life of your garment!

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    • Remove your loose button (if necessary).

    • If the button is already missing, remove any loose threads from your garment.

    • Mark where the button was on the garment to hold place (a felt tip pen works fine, just keep the marking small)

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    • Measure out your thread. An easy measuring reference is the length of one arm fully extended.

    • Thread your needle.

    • Pull the thread until two equal parts are on either side of the needle.

    • Tie a knot in the end of your thread (both ends should be tied together creating a double thread).

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    • Insert your needles into the marked space where your needle should go on the top side of the garment (that way the button will hide your knot).

    • Pull the thread until the knot rests on the fabric.

    • Insert your needle into the shank on the back of your button.

    • Pull the thread until the button rests on the fabric.

    • Insert the needle back into the same space on your fabric. Repeat the above instructions 5 times or until the button is firmly attached.

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    • To tie off your thread, insert the needle back into the fabric near your previous stitches.

    • Pull thread until there is a small loop (do not pull flush with fabric).

    • Insert the needle into the thread loop and pull through.

    • Pull the thread until the loop closes and a knot is formed.

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    • Trim any excess thread from the button area.

    • Enjoy your newly repaired item!

Rebekah Kilpatrick

Member since: 20/09/23

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