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If you've ever wanted buttons that are a perfect match and compliment your knitted masterpieces, try crochet button covers. You might need to
experiment a little to determine the exact size hook and how many strands of
yarn to use. The end result is usually well worth the effort. You'll
need a crochet hook--I usually use a size D--small amounts of matching yarn and
flat, shankless buttons. Because the buttons are covered, they don't need
to match the color or your garment..
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Chain 5. Slip stitch in 1st chain to join. Leave
beginning end of thread hanging through center of ring.
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Chain 1, work around without joining. Work 10 single
crochet in ring.
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Work 2 single crochet in each single crochet around.
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Work around twice more working single crochet in each single
crochet around.
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Slip stitch in next single crochet. End off.
Leave 10" tail and pull beginning at center to tighten.
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With yarn needle, run 10" tail through stitches at
edge. Insert any flat shankless button into "cup".
Pull tail to tighten. Take several stitches to secure. Sew
button in place.
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