How to Make Buttons for Collage Art

I had a Tim Gunn “make it work” moment today.  I was wanting some funky buttons for a collage I’m working on.  I dug through my button jar, but nothing inspired me.  I decided to make my own buttons using cardboard and Washi tape.  That way, I could create a button exactly how I wanted it. 

Here's how I did it:  Draw button size circles on cardboard.  Cut the cardboard buttons out and stick them on the Washi Tape.  Cut the Washi tape around the cardboard buttons.  Use a hole-punch to punch holes in the center of your new buttons.

You can also substitute cardboard with an actual button and simply cover the button with Washi tape. 

Vintage Straw Dispenser Turns Into A Washi Tape Organizer

I originally stored all my Washi tapes in a bowl.  It worked, but I always forgot what tapes were hidden at the bottom of the bowl.   Recently I was at a second hand store when I looked up and saw two vintage straw dispensers. What a find!  I immediately knew I had to have them to store my Washi tape.  Now I’d love to say that this fabulous idea was mine, but not so much.  When I saw the straw dispensers I remembered seeing a picture of this idea – probably on Pinterest.  Anyway, I purchased the dispensers and I have to say that this is an amazing way to store Washi tape.  No more digging through a bowl for me!  Now all I have to do is pull the dispenser top up and tear off tape as needed.   And the best part:  These dispensers take up less space than my bowl.  Oh happy Day!