Yep, I bought a button making machine. I have wanted one for a few weeks now and when the urge to buy one didn't fade away, I decided to purchase one. I feel like part of my desire to make buttons can be tied to the same reason that I bought a 3D printer. The more I think about it, I believe there is a theme to my hobbies. I like to make things. I also tie flies and do some basic woodworking which only reinforces the idea I enjoy both the process and product of crafting.
You might be wondering, "Why a button maker?" Well, there are multiple answers to that question. One is that it was inexpensive. Two, it seems pretty easy to use, but not so easy that it doesn't offer a little challenge and creativity. Three, it wasn't very expensive (found this one for about $50 on eBay). Finally, I have a purpose that I think other people might appreciate.
I want to make small, thoughtful, and creative buttons that fly fishers will appreciate. My thinking is that I know anglers like stickers and put them on things like coolers, their vehicles, and other hard surfaces. However, buttons could fill a void because they can be placed on soft surfaces like fabric. I can see fly anglers putting buttons on vests, sling packs, and hats. The buttons that I have made are only about an inch wide so they are visible but not cumbersome. I know fly line, leader, and flies like to catch on almost anything so I'm keeping things small and proportional to what I think the buttons will be displayed on. I'm still perfecting the fabrication process but you should expect to see some buttons in the online store soon. If you have any requests or ideas for designs, feel free to leave a comment on this page of shoot me an email at showmeflyguy@gmail.com.
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