Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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NEXT UP: Once you're buttons are finished, you'll need to know how to sew a placket. Watch this video next to learn how! youtube.com/watch?v=cWrjTg7hvpQ

In today's video, you'll learn the secrets to creating 3 very special covered buttons. I'll share tips for making standard covered buttons (the easy way), a special ribbon plaited button, and (my favorite) singleton button. Then download the free Marlow pattern and try these out yourself!

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00:00 - Intro
00:36 - Fabric Covered Buttons
03:39 - Plaited Ribbon Buttons
05:27 - Singleton Buttons

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