Working with a draw plate: intermediate pin making project
Article Abstract:
One of the problems in making brooches and pins is designing a wire pin stem strong enough to penetrate a variety of fabrics and yet thin enough to hang properly. The solution is to use a draw plate to reduce the thickness and strengthen the wire that will be used as a pin.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1996
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Leaf and pod pin
Article Abstract:
Attractive leaf and pod pins can be made using translucent gemstones. A 14-gauge sterling silver sheet can be used in making the leaf and the stems. Step-by-step instructions on how to prepare these pins are presented.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1997
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Jingle bell rock pin
Article Abstract:
Step-by-step directions are presented for making a silver pin hung with jingle bells and a bezel-set stone. The project requires intermediate metalsmithing skills.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2000
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