Gina-B Silkwork, Passementerie and Costume Accessories

Knop/Ball buttons

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Knop buttons (ball, domed or acorn shaped) were particularly popular during the 16th and 17th centuries.

There is a wide variety of wrapping techniques used, from needleweaving and knotting, traditional satin wraps, and embroidery.

You will also find knob buttons in the Dorset button page.

Two colour satin wrap button.

Ridged button.	Ridged button with gold.	Satin wrap button with gold thread.	Basketweave button.
Ridge out button.	Chevron weave (point de milan) button	Two colour chevron weave button.	Gold chevron weave button.
Interlaced button.	Two colour acorn shaped buttons.	Silk buttons, style circa 1596.

Click the links below to see examples of different types of hand worked buttons in more detail. Should you wish to discuss your requirements, please contact Gina.

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Silk knotted buttons, circa 1596
17th century chevron ball buttons
18th century embroidered buttons
Dorset buttons
Leek buttons (updated)
Clerical Dress Buttons (new)
Knop (round/acorn-shaped) buttons
Bolster button
Dress passementerie
Victorian buttons (updated)

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