How to Make Button Pin (Badge Maker Machine Press)

How to Make Button Pin (Badge Maker Machine Press) Making your own pin back button badges is one of the most satisfying and instant-gratification crafts you can try! Whether you're designing pins for parties, selling custom buttons at a maker space, or just making flair to decorate your backpack, learning to use a button maker kit is a skill that brings much fun and tons of creative possibilities. Let's get started! Dum-Dums Lollipop Wrappers I personally use the classic Badge-a-minit hand held press, but since these presses are no longer made, I’ve gathered a few reliable plastic button makers, metal presses, and professional-style machines you can buy today.  No matter which type of machine you choose, the process is almost always the same — gather your button components, cut your artwork, and press your final button! Let’s walk through the complete process step-by-step using any button machine, from handheld tools to full inch machine systems equipped with a rotating base, p...

How to Make Grinch Hershey's Kisses Wrapper into Badge

How to Make Grinch Hershey's Kisses Wrapper into Badge If your holiday season includes sweet treats and a little crafty fun, this project is going to make your heart grow three sizes! 💚 Today we’re upcycling Hershey’s Kisses Grinch-themed candy wrappers into adorable button badges using the Badge-a-Minit 1.25" button machine. Let's get started! These little Grinchy pins are shiny, festive, and totally unique — perfect for adding a personal touch to Christmas gifts, stockings, or even holiday party favors.  They’re also a clever way to reuse candy wrappers instead of tossing them out. Let’s get into this step-by-step guide for making your own Grinch candy wrapper badges! Supplies You’ll Need for Grinch Badge Buttons: affiliate links Grinch Hershey’s Kisses wrappers (carefully opened and saved!) Mini heat press (or regular iron on low heat) 1.25" button machine Button supplies (front shell, mylar cover, and pin back) 1.5" circle punch Scrap paper or parchment pape...

How to Make Dum-Dums Wrapper Button Badges DIY Craft

How to Make Dum-Dums Wrapper Button Badges DIY Craft If you love candy and creative upcycling, you’re going to love this project! 🍭 Today we’re turning Dum-Dums lollipop wrappers into adorable button badges using a Badge-a-Minit 1.25" button machine.  These little pins are a fun way to give new life to your candy wrappers, and they make the perfect stocking stuffers, party favors, or jacket and backpack flair. Let's get started! This is such a fun craft idea that combines nostalgia, sustainability, and bright color—all the things that make handmade projects so satisfying. Let’s get started! Supplies You’ll Need for Dum-Dums Buttons: Dum-Dums lollipop wrappers (washed, dried, and flattened) Mini heat press (or regular iron on low heat) 1.25" button machine Button supplies (front shell, mylar cover, and pin back) 1.5" circle punch Scrap paper or parchment paper (for pressing wrappers) Scissors (optional for trimming edges) The badge press I'm using is discontinu...