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Get Started Making Buttons
Making your own pinback buttons is easier than you think. Follow four simple steps to choose the right size, pick a machine or money-saving kit, design your artwork, and press your first button — backed by our lifetime warranty and Best Price Guarantee.
Four Steps From Idea to Finished Button
Work through these in order. Each step links to the guides and products you need, so you never have to guess what comes next.
Pick Your Size
Buttons come in many shapes and sizes, and the size you choose determines the supplies and machine you'll need. We'll help you match the size to your project.
Pick Machine or Kit
A button maker plus matching parts is all you need. Our all-inclusive kits bundle the machine, cutter, and supplies together so you can start right out of the box.
Design Your Button
Create artwork the easy way with our Build-a-Button online design center, or download free templates for the software you already use.
Make Your Button
Load your shell, graphic, mylar, and pinback, pull the handle twice, and you're done. Watch the video and review our quick tips before you press.
Making a Button in 5 Quick Steps
- Insert the shell, graphic, and mylar into the shallow die of your button maker.
- Swivel the base and pull the handle down.
- Insert the pinback into the button maker's deeper die.
- Swivel the base again and pull the handle down.
- Remove your finished button — that's it!
Need More Help?
Our Resource Center has everything else — how-to guides, troubleshooting, video tutorials, button university lessons, and answers to the most common questions from beginners.
Ready to Make Your First Button?
Our all-inclusive kits bundle everything you need to start making buttons today at an affordable price. Not sure which to choose? We're happy to help you find the perfect fit.
Questions? Call us today at (972) 985-5074