I went to three this morning and mainly my haul was buttons. Irresistible!
Of late I notice that buttons are not as frequently found as they used to be, but maybe that's just because I have most of the buttons in the world right here, stashed away in jars, boxes and bags.
But today I found buttons at all three brocantes, so I had a great time. I bought a Black Magic tin full at the first brocante at St Bonnet de Bellac...
...and a basketful at the second brocante, at Saint Auvent...
...and another tin full at the third brocante, at Chaillac sur Vienne.
All kinds of buttons, although red ones seem to be the least numerous...
Metal ones are interesting...
...and these buttons (leather with metal on the back) are more interesting on the reverse than the front!
Of course, there were lots of mother-of-pearl ones, which are always my favourite - I just can't part with them!
But, today, I think my favourites are these four little swan buttons - I'll have to find something special to use them on!
7 comments:
Those swan buttons are lovely. I have a tn full of buttons and am always on the lookout for tiny ones to add to crazy patchwork. Sounds like you did well at the brocantes.
I too have collections of buttons....but nothing like those lovely swans!
Oh how strange, nearly all of your photos were missing for me, with that broken little box thingy in the corner, showing that the link is broken or something. Such a shame because I love buttons too and wanted to see all yours!
I will try looking on Flickr to see if they're on there.
Glad you had a great day though!
Hugs Sharon in Spain x
I love buttons! The swans are very special. What a great hunt. Regula
I look forward to every single one of your brocante posts ~ thanks for sharing your finds
the swan buttons...oh, my :)))
Oh blimey - I have real button envy now!! They are fab - and I just love the swans! x Jo
G'day Penny. Love all the buttons. You were lucky to get so many. I don't think I have seen buttons at any of the markets I have been to, come to think of it. I have quite a collection here as well, mostly they are ones that belonged to my mother. Love your swan buttons. They are gorgeous. Take care. Liz...
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