Everything you need to turn cute designs into classroom buttons! From the button maker itself to paper, cutters, and design supplies, these are my favorite finds for making buttons for clubs, rewards, events, and just for fun.
The star of the show! A sturdy button maker makes SUCH a difference, especially when you’re making a big batch for students, clubs, or school events.
You will go through these way faster than you think! I like keeping plenty of shells, backs, and clear mylar covers on hand so I’m not running out mid-project.
VEVOR Button Maker Parts - Complete Kits for Creative DIY
One of my biggest time-savers. Print your designs, punch them out, and they’re ready for the button maker—no cutting 50 tiny circles by hand!
Punch Cutter
My go-to for actually designing the buttons. It’s easy to make school-themed designs, club buttons, rewards, spirit buttons, and pretty much anything else I dream up.
Canva
Perfect when you want simple buttons without using tons of colored ink. Bright paper + black designs can look surprisingly cute.
Astrobrights Color Paper
Helpful for cutting printed sheets into smaller sections before using your circle punch. Much faster and cleaner than scissors.
Firbon A4 Paper Cutter, 12 Inch Paper Trimmer ...
Great for making personalized buttons! Students can add names, numbers, little drawings, or messages before you press them.
Sharpie Fine Point
Perfect when you want students to decorate their own designs. They give you bright, bold colors without needing a printer.
Paint Pens
Button pieces get EVERYWHERE. A divided organizer keeps shells, backs, pins, mylar, and other tiny pieces together and makes setup so much easier.
Rolling Craft Carts with Drawers for Home Storage
An easy way to package finished buttons for gifts, student rewards, fundraisers, or club events. It instantly makes them feel a little more special.