2.25" Button Maker

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} .abm-product-content .abm-make-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fill, minmax(200px, 1fr)); gap: 14px; margin: 1.2em 0 1.6em; } .abm-product-content .abm-make-card { border: 1px solid #d8dde8; border-top: 3px solid #194295; background: #ffffff; padding: 0.9em; text-align: center; } .abm-product-content .abm-make-card img { width: 100%; max-width: 160px; height: auto; margin: 0 auto 0.6em; display: block; } .abm-product-content .abm-make-card a { font-family: 'Oswald', 'Open Sans', sans-serif; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.02em; font-size: 0.95em; text-decoration: none; color: #194295; } .abm-product-content .abm-make-card a:hover { color: #cd0e0e; text-decoration: underline; } .abm-product-content .abm-make-card p { font-size: 0.88em; margin: 0.4em 0 0; color: #2a2a2a; } The 2.25" Button Maker is our most popular button machine and the size most people picture when they think "button." At 2.25 inches the face is big enough to hold a photo and a line or two of text, which is why it is the standard for campaigns, schools, events, and small businesses alike. Your purchase includes the all-metal 2.25" machine, 25 free complete 2.25" pinback button sets, full instructions, a set of button-making templates, and our lifetime warranty against defects. It is also the size with the widest range of accessories. The same press that makes your pinback buttons also turns out magnets, key rings, mirrors, bottle openers, necklaces, ponytail holders, ornaments, and flashing buttons from your own photos and artwork — swap the back and you have a whole new product line. 2.25" Button Maker Specifications Finished Button Size 2.25 inches Sizing Standard American Standard. Not compatible with foreign-made "58 mm" or Badge-a-Minit supplies. Graphic Cut Size 2.625" — the paper size your design must be cut to before pressing Process Super-fast two-step pressing with a swivel die set — no changing dies between steps Construction All-metal, cam-on-roller design, made in America with American steel Also Makes Magnets, key rings, mirrors, bottle openers, necklaces, ponytail holders, ornaments, flashing buttons — same machine, swap the back Best For Political campaigns, schools, libraries, churches, nonprofits, photographers, bands and artists, craft-fair and Etsy sellers The Standard Button Size If you only buy one button maker, this is the one. The 2.25" is the size people recognize on sight and the size most designs are built for. Its face is large enough to show a clear photo plus a name, slogan, or date — big enough to read across a room, yet still light and comfortable to wear. That mix of readability and wearability is why the 2.25" outsells every other size we carry and why it is the default choice for campaign buttons, school spirit, event giveaways, and merch tables. What Makes Our Button Makers So Great Cushioned hand grip All-metal construction Industry-standard size "Zero scrap loss" engineering Swivel die set increases speed No changing of dies between steps Made in America with American steel Super-fast two-step button-making process "Swivel die stop" ensures upper and lower die alignment Compact, lightweight machine for easy storage and transport Positive full stroke button-press verification — no half-made buttons Cam-on-roller design requires very little physical force to operate American Standard Sizing — Why It Matters This machine and its supplies are built to American Standard 2.25" sizing. A 2.25" button measures exactly 57.15 mm. Foreign-made and Badge-a-Minit "58 mm" supplies are built to a slightly different specification — and that fraction of a millimeter is the difference between a button that crimps tight and one that jams the die or falls apart. Even though the sizes sound interchangeable, foreign-made 58 mm parts do not typically work in an American Standard 2.25" machine. If you are matching this machine to supplies you already own, or you are not sure what size your current press is, call us at (972) 985-5074 and we will help you identify it before you order. Use Case Ideas for 2.25" Buttons The 2.25" is the all-purpose size, enough room for a photo and text, recognized everywhere. Popular uses include: Political campaigns. The classic candidate button — name, slogan, and color that read at a glance. Photo buttons. Faces, pets, and team photos print large and sharp at this size. School spirit and clubs. Mascots, homecoming, student council elections, and graduation keepsakes. Events and fundraisers. Conferences, festivals, walks, and donor giveaways. Church and nonprofit programs. VBS themes, volunteer appreciation, and awareness causes. Band and artist merch. Big enough for artwork that sells at the merch table. Craft fairs and Etsy shops. Original designs and fandom art in the size buyers expect. What Else Can You Make with a 2.25" Button Maker Pinback buttons are just the start. The 2.25" has the widest accessory range of any size — the same machine and front shells press everything below from your photos and artwork. Swap the back, and you have a new product line. Magnet Sets Refrigerator and locker magnets that stay up for years — shell, mylar, back, and peel-and-stick magnet. Key Rings Available in chain, split-ring, and snake styles. Mirror Backs Pocket mirrors with your design on the front — a favorite party favor and retail item. Bottle Openers Metal bottle openers that double as a fridge magnet and key ring — a top seller for breweries and events. Necklaces Statement chunky necklaces built around your own artwork or photo. Ponytail Holders Hair accessories for teams, dance groups, and spirit days. Christmas Ornaments Keepsake photo ornaments — a holiday favorite for families, schools, and fundraisers. Flashing Buttons Add a blinking red LED for concerts, safety wear, and night events. Supplies, Cutters & Kits for Your 2.25" Machine Everything below is designed and tested with the 2.25" Button Maker, so every component crimps consistently from the first button to the last. Stock up for your 2.25" machine: 2.25" Pinback Button Sets — shell, mylar, and locking pinback in packs from 10 to 1,000. 2.25" Button Maker Kit — machine, paper cutter, and button sets bundled together. 2.25" Photo Button Maker Kit — the photo-ready bundle for portrait and pet buttons. 2.25" Graphic Punch — heavy-duty table-top punch that cuts the exact 2.625" graphic size on standard printer paper. 2.25" Photo Punch — punches photos paper cleanly for photo buttons. 2.25" Metal Flatbacks — pair with a retractable badge reel for staff ID badges. 2.25" Accent Rings — snap-on color rings to frame and customize finished buttons. Adjustable Circle Cutter — one cutter, every round button size; cuts paper, photos, and fabric. All 2.25" Button Supplies — the full lineup for every 2.25" product you can make. Ultimate Extended Warranty This machine already carries our lifetime warranty against defects. For added peace of mind, the 2.25" Button Maker also qualifies for the Ultimate Extended Warranty for button makers — coverage that protects your press against the wear of heavy, everyday use. Get Started Learn the basics before your first press: How to choose a button maker kit — the difference between our kit options. How to make a button — everything you need to know, step by step. Button maker video library — watch the machine and supplies in action. Frequently Asked Questions Why is the 2.25" the most popular button size? It is the standard, most-recognized button size and the one most designs are built for. The 2.25" face is big enough to hold a clear photo plus a name, slogan, or date, yet still light and comfortable to wear. That balance of readability and wearability makes it the default choice for campaigns, schools, events, and small businesses — and our best-selling machine. What comes with the 2.25" Button Maker? Your purchase includes the all-metal 2.25" button machine, 25 free complete 2.25" pinback button sets to get you started, full instructions, a set of button-making templates, and our lifetime warranty against defects. What accessories can this machine make? The 2.25" has the widest accessory range of any size. The same press makes pinback buttons plus magnets, chain/split/snake key rings, pocket mirrors, bottle openers, necklaces, ponytail holders, Christmas ornaments, and LED flashing buttons. You only change the back. The front shell and pressing process stay the same. Will foreign-made or Badge-a-Minit "58 mm" supplies work in this machine? Typically, no. American Standard 2.25" parts (57.15 mm) and foreign-made or Badge-a-Minit "58 mm" supplies sound like the same size, but the fraction-of-a-millimeter difference prevents a proper crimp — buttons may jam the die or fail to lock together. Use American Standard 2.25" supplies with this press. If you are not sure what you have, call us at (972) 985-5074 before ordering. What size should I print and cut my graphics? Graphics for 2.25" buttons must be cut to 2.625" in diameter — the extra material wraps around the shell's edge during pressing. The 2.25" Graphic Punch cuts this exact size for paper, the 2.25" Photo Punch handles mounted photos, or you can dial it in on the Adjustable Circle Cutter. { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Why is the 2.25\" the most popular button size?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is the standard, most-recognized button size and the one most designs are built for. 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