The Button Blog - American Button Machines — Pinback Buttons

Wearing a mask is unfortunately unavoidable these days in most public settings.  One of the biggest obstacles to overcome is how we communicate with each other without being able to express ourselves through all important facial expressions.  It is just in my nature, as it is for many, to smile as I pass someone, even if it's a stranger.  That smile could change the tone of the day for someone you meet but if they can't see your face, how will they ever know you are trying to share that sensational smile?  Someone told me that one of the saddest...

American Button Machines is proud to announce we are now offering Free Button Making Software with the purchase of any pinback buttons from our website!                                       You will receive a month long free membership to our Build-A-Button 5.1 (or higher) button maker software with purchases of 1,000 button sets or more in the same size, on the same transaction. If you are working on a smaller project, don’t be discouraged. We will still give you a full week’s membership if you order 250...

Learn how to make a 1" pinned back button in this fun video tutorial!

Learn how to make the perfect pinback button with this fun video tutorial!

Fabric covered buttons are a fun alternative to paper buttons and can be especially eye-catching. There are lots of choices when it comes to fabric buttons; today we share 10 ideas with you:   • Embroidered pocket mirrors • Purse hangers (using a flat back button) • Embellished shoe charms and flip-flops • Spruce up ID badges for nurses or teachers by adding a badge reel   • Cross stitch a pin back button • Reward students and contest winners with Award ribbons • Decorative flower brooches (or hats or pterodactyls)           • Super cute ponytail holders (to match school uniforms)...