20 Creative Ways to Use Old Glass Buttons This Fall

20 Creative Ways to Use Old Glass Buttons This Fall

Fall is the perfect season to cozy up with a cup of tea, some warm wool, and your favorite antique glass buttons. From fashion to décor, here are 20 creative ideas to celebrate autumn with timeless old glass buttons—especially the ever-classic black glass buttons. Whether you're a maker or a collector, your button collection will finally get the spotlight it deserves!

 

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  1. Pumpkin Accents
    Glue black glass buttons onto fabric or felt pumpkins to give them a gothic, vintage vibe.

  2. Wool Coat Embellishment
    Replace standard buttons on a fall coat with chunky antique glass buttons for instant heirloom elegance.

  3. Thanksgiving Place Cards
    Tie old glass buttons onto name cards using twine for your holiday table.

  4. Leaf Garland Details
    Sew buttons onto felt or paper leaves to create a tactile fall garland.

  5. Velvet Pillow Makeover
    Upgrade throw pillows with a few dramatic black glass buttons as central accents.

  6. Felted Wool Brooches
    Use antique glass buttons as the centerpiece of brooches shaped like autumn leaves or acorns.

  7. Button-Adorned Candles
    Wrap pillar candles in burlap and tie on old glass buttons with twine for rustic charm.

  8. Upcycled Sweaters
    Give thrifted sweaters a facelift with a row of gleaming black glass buttons.

  9. Knitted Hat Charms
    Sew a vintage button onto a beanie for an unexpected stylish twist. 

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  10. Autumn Table Runners
    Sew or glue buttons down the center of a runner in warm autumn tones for texture and sparkle.

  11. Mixed Media Art
    Incorporate antique glass buttons into fall-themed collages or wall art.

  12. DIY Bookmarks
    Glue a black glass button to a ribbon for a classy fall-themed bookmark.

  13. Gift Wrap Magic
    Use old glass buttons as decorative accents on kraft paper gift wrap.

  14. Autumn Wreaths
    Glue buttons among faux berries and leaves on your front door wreath. 

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  15. Cork Trivets
    Create a mosaic of antique glass buttons on a cork trivet for a cozy table accent.

  16. Fall Clutch Upgrade
    Sew buttons onto a plain clutch bag to give it a vintage, seasonal feel.

  17. Button Necklaces
    Make simple jewelry using a few stunning black glass buttons as pendants.

  18. Hot Cocoa Kit Tags
    Tie a button onto a hot cocoa kit for a charming homemade gift.

  19. Flannel Shirt Revival
    Replace factory buttons with old glass buttons to make your shirt look one-of-a-kind.

  20. Mason Jar Candle Holders
    Glue antique glass buttons around mason jars for a glowing autumn centerpiece. 

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