I made three different types of Hexagon Button. The first is a classic circle, the second is a hexagon, and the third is a Reuleaux triangle. These should be printed upside down* with the details on the build plate and it should be printed at .15mm layer height. Each of the buttons is 3mm tall and approximately 20mm in diameter. Each button also includes a special string retention curve to allow for a clean outside surface without marring the front.
*After Printing the circular one I noticed some artifacts on the side. Printing this one with the details on top might improve the Print Quality.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Select the Button you want to use. In this Case I am showing the Hexagon pattern button that you can find on my page.
Punch 2 holes in the cloth you are attaching this to that are the same distance apart as the ones on your button. Regardless of the button chosen it should be about 1cm apart. KEEP ORIENTATION IN MIND!!! You need to make sure if the hole your button goes into is horizontal that your button holes are also horizontal.
Take the needle and thread the string through the hole. I did not find the need to tie a knot but you may.
Sew the button by looping the thread between the four holes. Keep the string tag ends on the same side of the cloth so you can tie them.
When you satisfied that you have enough loops, simply do an overhand knot (or two… or three :-]) to secure it.
CONGRATULATIONS!!! YOU HAVE INSTALLED YOUR BUTTON!!! Please post a make if you like this model!
T-MAN
