Hurray for Buttons Day
May 9, Friday
The holiday is celebrated annually on May 9th.
Why celebrate buttons?
Buttons have been a part of humanity for thousands of years. They not only serve a practical function but also become decorative elements. Many people collect buttons, create jewelry, accessories, or art objects from them.
How can you celebrate Hurray for Buttons Day?
This day encourages creativity, crafting, and just a good mood. Here's how you can celebrate:
- Sew something by hand and use original buttons
- Repair clothing by sewing on buttons that have come off
- Collect unusual buttons
- Make crafts or decorations with buttons with children
- Organize a photo shoot or post on social media with your favorite buttons
- Hold a sewing lesson or workshop at school or a club
History of the holiday
The exact date of the holiday's origin is unknown, but it is popular in crafting and creative circles. It may have started as an internet flash mob among sewing enthusiasts and gradually became an annual tradition.
Interesting facts about buttons
- The oldest buttons were found in Pakistan and are over 5,000 years old
- In the Middle Ages, buttons became a symbol of status and wealth
- In the 18th–19th centuries, buttons were made from gold, silver, mother-of-pearl, and even glass
- There is a whole hobby dedicated to collecting buttons — philo-buttoning (button collecting)
Why is it fun?
Hurray for Buttons Day is an opportunity to stop and pay attention to the small things that make our lives more comfortable and beautiful. It's also a day to enjoy simple things and approach even the most ordinary objects with creativity.