The Unique Charm of Tiny Mexican Buttons
If you've ever spent time scouring desert nurseries or specialty artisan markets, you've likely come across mexican buttons, those miniature marvels that look like they belong in a dollhouse rather than a garden or a sewing kit. It's a bit of a funny name because it actually refers to two very different, yet equally cool things: a tiny, white-spined cactus and the handcrafted fasteners you find on traditional clothing. Whether you're a plant parent or a craft enthusiast, there is something weirdly addictive about collecting them. ...