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   decoratrice | Jul 28, 2009 04:40pm | #1

   I like frogs!  Check the online index for frogs and Chinese ball buttons.  Try making the cording with the pile out, but I have a hunch it would provide just the right contrast to make it wrong side out.

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   yuanator | Aug 22, 2009 09:01am | #5

   thank you so much,

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   Ceeayche | Jul 30, 2009 03:02pm | #2

   I have also used rhinestoned belt buckles (about an inch wide) with a clasp.

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   yuanator | Aug 22, 2009 09:03am | #8

   thank you a perfect idea

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   Teaf5 | Jul 31, 2009 09:41pm | #3

   Two other possibilities:  a corded tie (satin would be nice with velvet) with the cord looped into an interesting shape where it attaches to the side, or a covered snap closure with an amazing button on the top layer so that you don't need a buttonhole on the other layer.

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   yuanator | Aug 22, 2009 09:02am | #7

   thanks yet another great idea

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   MaryinColorado | Aug 21, 2009 06:48am | #4

   HI!  Welcome!  If you haven't yet decided, it might be fun to go to a few gem/bead/rock shops and see what strikes your fancy.  My favorite one is run by a geologist, they have an incredible assortmant of everything to do with beads and gems, even fossils and minerals.  They also carry lapidary supplies for silversmiths and offer a variety of classes.  You never know what you might discover.  Mary

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   yuanator | Aug 22, 2009 09:02am | #6

   great idea thanks