Alternative to sewing

[nelliebee]

Is there a seamstress or anyone out here thet could come up with an idea as to an alternative to sewing buttons on to a uniform,( not the 4 holed variety of button, the type with hooked back,) I'd thought of a tiny keyring type of thing (a small circular device to hook through the material and button.) If this makes sense I would appreciate any replies?? Many thanks.

[RATTER15]

I think that has already been done, many years ago actually!

[nelliebee]

Thank you, so you think the small circular metal thingy might work do you? are these available to buy? if so where do you suggest I start looking, John Lewis perhaps or some haberdashery outlet.? I need about 16 for a miltary outfit, I do appreciate your reply Thank you.

[nelliebee]

F.A.O.Ratter15, ...........I wasn't hoping to invent something!!, just looking for some genuine assistance, sorry if I mislead you.

[boxtops]

If the hole at the back of the button is the right size, you can fasten the button at the back with a treasury tag, but you would then need to stitch both ends of the treasury tag to the back of the fabric to stop it sliding off. What's the problem with sewing the buttons on?

[nelliebee]

Thank you boxtops, no problem with sewing, but the material is quite slippery and I thought it would be easier to get the buttons in an exact pattern , equally spaced etc. just trying the easiest way, !! Thank you very much, Nelliebee.

[woofgang]

the keyring thingies only work if there are finished holes to but the button shank through.
Easiest way? sew the buttons!

[nelliebee]

Thanks to all who replied, back to the Sunday Roast , and then some sewing this afternoon.!! Enjoy your day all of you, and thank you.