Ever wonder how they did things in the old timey days before there were all these fancy schmancy machines to help us out? Me too. Not that I want to live like a pioneer or anything, but I find it interesting and it makes me appreciate the technology that we have. One of the things that I appreciate is the magic of the buttonhole. It can be done on the machine easily enough, but what did they do before? Did they just avoid buttonholes? I probably would have, until I learned that doing them by hand isn't really that bad. And if you don't have a machine, then you no longer have to avoid them either. Even if you have a machine, it's fun to try it by hand. Hand stitched buttonholes have such a unique look. I love their quaintness and their charm.
Hey, that’s pretty cool. I always kind of wondered how you were meant to make a buttonhole by hand.. now I know! Thanks. Doesn’t look too hard ether. 😀
I have to say I never tried making a buttonhole by hand. After watching this video I am motivated to try it on my next project. I really like the added character it gives.