Thanks "sew" much for the interesting technique. Would this also work for larger buttons? I know you can buy buttons that are specially made to be covered but I have never had much luck with them. This seems to be an easier solution - if it will work.

And to those critical of the person who made the comments regarding terminology - did you not catch her "I say this tongue in cheek" comment? While it was an attempt at levity which failed - make sure you read all the way through!