The Button Blog - American Button Machines

Bottle Openers are one of the handiest pocket tools to have but when you are talking about carrying something around all day, size and weight matters!  ABM is introducing an all new addition to our already stellar lineup of all stars with the plastic backed 2.25" bottle opener.  Lighter weight than it's all metal predecessor, it's easier and more cost effective to ship in bulk and lighter to carry.   These little guys are a must have accessory in every man cave, make a fabulous purse partner year round and no beach bag can be complete without this indispensable incidental.  They make great...

We have drastically reduced the manufacturing cost on our popular Magneta Snap Pendants and are passing those savings directly on to you! We lowered our everyday prices and to top that off are adding a 10% Back to School discount on our new pendant kits.   Magneta Snap Pendants from ABM are fun, interchangeable magnetic pendants that let you match your mood!  Create matching pendants for an entire wardrobe with just 1 Magneta Snap Pendant, a ceramic magnet and a few of your favorite 1" buttons.  ABM has made it even easier to get the look you want with our convenient Magneta Snap Kit.  You get everything...

For one day only on July 21, ABM is having a sale in celebration of that special day in 1896 when Whitehead & Hoag of Newark, NJ patented the first pinback button.  Little did they know the sensation they had created and how it would sweep the nation!     Pinbacks quickly became the go-to accessory for anyone who had a cause to support, a sentiment to share or a product to advertise.  From its humble beginnings, the button has blossomed into a formidable force in the advertising, novelty gift and fashion industries.  No library, convention, political campaign or airport...

Buttons for Change is committed to changing the world, one button at a time and with the help of you and one deserving animal rescue group, we hope to use those buttons to change the world for some of our four-legged friends. Most of the ABM family has either adopted a rescue or is the proud parent of a special needs pet.  We are passionate about helping those who can't help themselves to find a loving home with a soft, warm bed, endless belly rubs, plenty of toys, good food and most importantly - treats! Every furry friend deserves safety, love and a reason to wag their...

American Button Machines is proud to say we are made in the USA so it is only fitting that we celebrate the 4th of July in grand style with something we have never offered before! We are giving you the opportunity to win 1 full year of our Build-a-Button 5.0 Design Center (valued at $82.95) and 500 ABM Bonus Reward Points you can use for a $10 savings!  Not only will the winner receive 2 awesome prizes but you will have total bragging rights as our All American Button Maker of the Month! All you have to do is create...