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Comment by Elizabeth K on June 13, 2009 at 16:10

Yes, dorset buttons are made on rings, wrapped with threads. I will be adding a photo or two of some dorsets that I and two friends just made a few weeks ago. Two of us used pearl cotton, the other use crochet thread. I do not know exactly what type of thread is used for these antiques, but yes, they are indeed made with thread.

Comment by worksofhands on June 13, 2009 at 16:01

Are these buttons wrapped in threads?

Comment by Elizabeth K on June 11, 2009 at 10:25

These belong to my friend who has an incredible button collection. I wonder if the book is the same one I have, the author's first name is Nancy. I just made a couple of dorset buttons with friends and will post a photo later.
I really enjoyed making them.

Comment by Marian Clark on June 11, 2009 at 9:55

These are fantastic vintage buttons! I have a book which has a chapter on making these types of buttons - very interesting!