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A "Twist" or "Death Head" button was an extremely common button found in the 18th century. Used predominately on men's clothing it also found it's way to women's clothing on garments such as redingotes, compere' fronted gowns and Robes a la' Polonaise. These buttons were often listed for sale in advertisements ready made, but could be made in the home. Once you have mastered this skill you can make various patterned buttons, buttons of more then one color and more!
In this video Michael McCarty Journeyman Tailor will take you through the steps to make your own Thread or Twist buttons!
You will need the following supplies, all available from us!
Wood Button Mold - 1 inch or 1 1/8 inch https://burnleyandtrowbridge.com/collections/button-moulds/products/wood-button-moulds?variant=31829995487319
Silk Buttonhole Twist - https://burnleyandtrowbridge.com/collections/threads/products/silk-buttonhole-twist?variant=31835891236951
A small bit of linen thread or heavy cotton thread
A pair of scissors
2 Needles
1 pin
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