Most of us have a little store of buttons that we hang on to because we know they'll come in handy. But unless you're a super-keen dressmaker (and your old buttons happen to be perfect for your new sewing projects) you'll probably find that you've got more buttons than you could ever possibly need. So here's our selection of craft projects to put your buttons to good use, and make something beautiful for you or your home.

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Shirt buttons are stuck onto a plain painted box in a heart shape.

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Make a gorgeous jewellery box
More heart-shaped makes
Lots more lovely makes for your home

You can sew buttons onto a cushion in any pattern you want. Here, a single red button adds a touch of colour to a heart design.

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More heart-shaped makes
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Lots more lovely makes for your home

So simple to make, for this heart you can use different-coloured buttons, similar shades, or all one colour - and it makes a great present.

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Make a pretty button bracelet
More heart-shaped makes
Lots more lovely fashion makes

Button-based jewellery is bang on trend, so get yours here!

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Make a long beaded necklace
Make a pearl and crystal necklace
Lots more lovely fashion makes

Pretty and pearly in flowing script.

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Decorate a jewellery box with buttons

Sew all kinds of cushions

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A super-simple jewellery make that's great for kids too.

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Make leather thong and bead bracelets
Make simple friendship bracelets
Lots more lovely fashion makes

Textured buttons are sewn on in a circle design, leaving lots of space between each button.

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Sew a heart button cushion
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Lots more lovely makes for your home

These button magnets couldn't be simpler to make, but will add plenty of character to your fridge doors.

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Make a hanging heart out of buttons
Make pebble fridge magnets
Lots more lovely makes for your home

Framing a colourful button picture in gold gilt makes for an eye-catching wall display.

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Make a hanging heart out of buttons
Make a Sophie Conran button cushion
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