>Einstein's Button Nose

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Yesterday, I worked on my first custom order request for my Etsy shop. Here's what I accomplished - the first layer of my beaded Einstein sheepdog pin! For those of you who are just passing by, Einstein is taken from a larger piece I am currently working on - my beaded Back to the Future trilogy. Einstein is the world's first time traveler! :D

Bead embroidery on felt. 2.75" x 2.25"w (6.5 cm x 6cm)

So far, I am using about 6 different colour Japanese size 15 seed beads. Using my long bent beading needle, the beads are stitched onto several layers of felt. Also, you will notice Einstein's nose. It is a tiny black plastic babydoll button. I looked through my button collection, and realized that this was the last button of this particular size that I have. These shank buttons measure about 3/16" (less than 0.5cm). I thought I might be able find some more at my local JoAnn Fabrics store (where I originally found them) but they did not have any. I might have some round black beads that would work for future dog noses, but I would love to find some more of these buttons! If you know where I could find them, please let me know! :) Now, back to beading. Einstein needs floppy ears and a lot more hair! :D