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How To Maximize Button Sales So, we’ve discussed some ways to boost sales using commonly found materials. Today I have for you some other ideas for maximizing button sales. [caption id="attachment_331328" align="alignleft" width="300"] Movie quote button from zazzle.com[/caption] Quote buttons are all the rage. These can vary from inspirational to sarcastic; kid friendly to PG-13; puns to movie quotes. The wonderful World Wide Web is a source of never ending ideas for your quotes. Or, to paraphrase Art Linkletter, inspiration often comes from kids who say the darndest things. [caption id="attachment_331340" align="alignright" width="300"] E.T. button from etsy.com[/caption]     Pop...

What Size is My Button Maker? Professional Button Maker[/caption] So, you found a button maker hiding in the closet.  Or you’ve had it for awhile but have not used it recently. And you want to know, "What size button maker do I have?" Believe it or not this is a common occurrence.  The good news is ABM has a few tricks we can employ to help you determine the size of your button maker. The quickest way to jog your memory is to log into your online account and check your order history. We can check your order history from...

What is the best circle cutter for crafting projects Best Circle Cutter for Scrapbooking Projects All over the country people are using their talents to create innovative craft projects. Without certain tools these projects would be impossible. One product changing the world of Scrapbooking is the circle cutter. Not only is ABM’s circle cutter durable and strong, it’s also adjustable; making it ideal for any size between 1.313” and 4”. Its sharp cutting blade allows precise cuts in most any material. The circle cutter can be used not only for paper but also for a wide variety of other materials....

Why Fund Raising with Buttons is a Fantastic Idea On more than one occasion I might have stated that buttons offer a wide variety of promotional opportunities. Our customers use them as name tags, business cards, souvenirs… you name it. Today I share with you a button idea for a cause near and dear to my heart - animal rescue. LiFeline Adoptions is a NYS Not for Profit cat rescue that focuses on finding homes for special needs or hard to place kitties. In order to provide the necessary services such as vetting, food, litter and related expenses, LiFeline does...

The Library and The Button Maker Buttons have long been used as a fun and unique way to promote special events. Why? Because, buttons automatically bring cheer to any occasion. Have you been contemplating the purchase of a button maker for your library? Or wondering how to use buttons to promote library events? Perhaps you need to know which size button maker is the best for libraries. I queried a few of our library customers recently in hopes of answering these very important questions. Tina, from South Carolina, told me “We actually collaborated with another library to present a teen...