Step into the world of traditional hand-crafted buttons in this relaxing and creative workshop.
You’ll be introduced to the timeless techniques of Dorset button making and Yorkshire button making, learning how to craft and embellish your own beautiful buttons from scratch.
Whether you're into textile arts, costume, sustainable fashion, or simply love slow, meditative crafts — this workshop is a delightful way to add a personal touch to your handmade garments.
For the bold or speedy we may even get the opportunity to show you how we might embellish the buttons taking them from fab to glam.
The benefits of joining the Guild
Click here to join the Guild - annual membership is $80 full or $70 concession.
Membership gives you access to all the Guild's amenities including our library of over 3000 books, DVDs and magazines, special interest groups, discounted access to all workshops and courses, and our once-a-month magazine Treadles.
You will learn
- The history and technique of creating Dorset buttons and embellishment
- How to make charming Yorkshire buttons using classic thread wrapping methods
- Step-by-step guidance to complete at least one of each button style to take home
You will get
- All materials are included to make a range of buttons
Appropriate for
Beginners welcome, no experience required
What to bring
- All materials are provided
What to wear
Casual clothing
Helen is a textile maker, dabbling in embroidery, lace making, spinning and weaving. She loves all things textile and will happily play with anything she can get my hands on. Helen loves lost trades and is committed to ensuring they are not lost. She enjoys sharing her enthusiasm with others so they too can get lost in the mystique.
Organized by
Handweavers & Spinners Guild of Victoria
500 reviewsThe Guild's aim is to bring together those who practise handweaving, spinning and allied crafts and to help and encourage them to increase their knowledge, understanding and skills by discussion, demonstration, exhibition, teaching and the provision of quality resource materials.
Our Guild rooms house an excellent library and craft supply, sell members work and host a wonderful range of interest groups, classes and workshops.
We have members and affiliated groups throughout the state.
Come and join us!
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 7 days before class starts. Free of charge.
- A transfer can be requested 7 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
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Button Making: Dorset and Yorkshire Buttons
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