Button Material Guide

Not sure which button material is right for your project? Use this guide to compare the properties, care, and best uses of each material we carry.

Material	Look & Feel	Durability	Care	Best For
Wood	Warm, natural grain patterns; lightweight	Good — avoid prolonged soaking	Hand wash or machine wash at 30°C. Air dry. No bleach.	Cardigans, coats, natural fibre garments, rustic & bohemian styles
Corozo (Tagua / Vegetable Ivory)	Dense, smooth, ivory-like; rich natural colours	Excellent — very hard and long-lasting	Wipe with damp cloth. Avoid prolonged moisture. Store away from direct sunlight.	Premium garments, suits, coats, eco-conscious projects
Buffalo Horn	Unique grain patterns; dark, earthy tones; each button is one-of-a-kind	Very good — sensitive to prolonged moisture	Hand wash gently in cool water or dry clean. Avoid soaking and high heat.	Luxury coats, blazers, heritage & artisan garments
Seashell	Iridescent, lustrous; natural colour variation	Moderate — handle with care, can crack if struck	Wash inside a laundry bag. Hand wash recommended. Air dry. No bleach.	Blouses, dresses, bridal wear, coastal & nautical styles
Resin / Plastic	Wide range of colours and finishes; consistent appearance	Excellent — highly resistant to moisture and wear	Machine washable. Very low maintenance.	Everyday garments, children's clothing, colourful & decorative projects

Tip: Natural materials like wood, corozo, horn, and seashell will have slight variations in colour and pattern — this is part of their charm and not a defect.

This guide is provided for general reference purposes only. AvocadoStitches is not responsible for any errors or discrepancies in this guide.