Button Making
Make your message pop with custom buttons! Whether for promotions, events, or personal flair, our button making service turns ideas into eye-catching accessories.
A button maker, also known as a badge maker or button press, is a machine used to create custom buttons with images and text.
The MakerLab has three (3) Tecre round button makers.
- 1" Button maker – Ideal for small, compact designs.
- 1.25” Button maker – A popular mid-size option.
- 2.25" Button maker – Ideal for larger, more visible buttons.
Each machine is dedicated to its size, so please select the one that best matches your project needs.
Locations
Full-service button making is only available at the MakerLab. The button maker cannot be shipped to other SDG Library Branches.
Hours & Information
Button Maker FAQs
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You can print or download your button design onto a USB stick or storage device if choosing to print it at the MakerLab.
To prevent damage to the button makers, all button components (the mylar cover, button shell, and pin back) must be purchased from the MakerLab to ensure compatibility.
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The MakerLab has button makers that can produce three (3) sizes of round buttons; 1”, 1.25”, 2.25”.
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The cost per button includes all the components (except for the button design itself).
- 1” round: $0.50 per button.
- 1.25” round: $0.50 per button.
- 2.25” round: $1.00 per button.
If you need to print templates or your finished button design, the MakerLab offers a printing service:
- Black and white: $0.25 per page.
- Colour: $1.00 per page.
- Prices include any applicable taxes.
- We accept cash, credit or debit.
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There are currently no limits on the number of buttons that can be made during your visit. However, we do suggest if you are making a large quantity of buttons (over 50) please confirm with MakerLab staff at the time of booking to ensure we have enough supplies to cover your appointment.
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Yes, it's recommended that you contact the MakerLab or use the online book form to schedule your visit to the MakerLab. This is to ensure that equipment and supplies will be available.
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