What I do

The bulk of my work consists of casting pewter buttons which are exact copy's of original

buttons made by using a period button to create a mould. Some of the buttons are

designed by myself using photographs of original buttons which are in

museums and private collections. 

My customers generally are specialist historical costumers and living history buffs

who like to make their own clothing.

As a result of plenty of field tests I can offer a robust quality made and authentic product which

can if required survive the sometimes harsh conditions of the battle field or stage.

Custom Work

If you are looking for something a bit different I can make you a set of custom made buttons

or other items using your own design or master please email me

for more information: [email protected]

Technical Information

All the items I produce are made by myself in the UK from either a pewter alloy or

English pewter (which is lead free) and are hand finished.

Some of the buttons have a longer shank as often buttons were attached to a garment by pushing

them through a small hole made in the cloth. Leather or linen cord was then threaded through 

the shanks on the inside and secured at the top and bottom this will hold the buttons in place.

However you can sew them on like any other type of button.

The buttons are not polished and will tarnish with age, however little bit of rubbing with some

wire wool will bring out a nice shiny finish. A polished finish is only available for buttons

made from English pewter.