The Button Blog - American Button Machines — Ask ABM
Achieving a Matte Finish for Your Pinback Button Graphics
Matte Finish While ABM does not sell a Matte Mylar, we can help with some basics on how to achieve the look. One of the simplest ways is to use CLEAR MATTE CONTACT PAPER. Apply the film over your printed sheet of graphics, smooth the film down, and remove all bubbles or wrinkles. Then use a die press or adjustable cutter to cut out your graphics and make your button as normal (minus the glossy mylar): PRESTO! You have a matte finish. You can use a LAMINATING SHEET to do the same thing. BUT DOESN'T laminating both sides of...
Button Making Questions - Ask ABM, How Do I Fix My Graphic Punch Handle?
When I pull the handle of my graphic punch, it doesn't do anything. What do I do? Here at ABM we get that exact question and our Customer Solutions Team is happy to come to the rescue. Please click the following link for instructions on how to un-jam a punch cutter. If the handle gets bumped it could knock it out of place. It may seem like your punch cutter is jammed but it could just be a slipped handle. If you can not feed paper into the slot or you can see daylight on one side but not the other...
Button Making Questions - Ask ABM, Common Crimping Issues Solved
One of the most common button making questions is, "Why are my buttons coming apart" or "Why is there mylar not tucked in on the side of my button?" The first thought is usually that the machine is broken or the parts are defective but it is extremely rare that either of these are the case. In this edition of Ask ABM, we are taking a look at the many things that can cause these common concerns and how to fix them! One of the most common causes is that your paper is too thick or too thin. We recommend...
Button Making Questions, Ask ABM - Why Do I Keep Getting the reCAPTCHA When I Log In?
Why do I keep getting the reCAPTCHA when I log in? This is definitely one of the great mysteries of the internet but never fear, ABM Customer Solutions Team is here to help! Most of the time when you visit our site to enjoy a bit of button-y bliss you will log right in and be on your way to a cart full of fun but once in awhile, you get the dreaded reCAPTCHA and you're off to picking crosswalks and street lights for what seems like forever. Why does this happen and more importantly, how do you get out of the...
Button Making Questions Answered, Ask ABM - Where Can I Find Graphics for My Buttons?
Where can I find graphics for my buttons? Not everyone is a graphic artist and even those who are need a little help from time to time. Whether you need a touch of inspiration to get you started, are looking for the perfect accent to complete your design or need a complete design that is ready to go, ABM’s Customer Solutions Team has you covered! Let’s start with the fastest, easiest solution – ready to print designs. ABM has a library of 300+ ready to print, complete designs available in topics ranging from “Just for Fun” to flash...