Snip a length of thread, then thread it through the eye (the hole) of the needle. To sew a button, use 24 inches.

Wondering how to sew on a button? It’s quick and easy to do and will give your clothes a new lease of life.

Step 2: Thread the needle, pulling one end of the thread through to meet the other. Knot the ends together by making a loop and pulling the tails through. Knot once more, and trim off any excess.

Needed: Button. 1 to 5 minutes (or less). Sewing needle. 2 feet of thread (max). Scissors. Difficulty: easy Erin Bried knows what intimidates people. “I’ve talked to so many powerful me… ...

Here's how to sew a button for the times you need to get DIY. Just follow these four steps and you'll be on your way to a secure button in no time.

If your button fell or popped off, here's a quick step-by-step guide for how to sew it back on by hand with a needle and thread. No tailor necessary!

Basic sewing skills required; if you don't have these then get yourself along to a local craft group or watch How to Sew a Button (youtube.com). Cut the wire to approx 25cm, then thread the first ...