Techniques
used with head pins and eye pins
In
the method of using pins these are similar techniques used
in twisting the end into a hook form. Once twisted into
shape, the pin is ready to be attached to the necklace
- String
some seed beads as to the design's instructions or as
desired. Leave 8mm free for the hook and cut away any
remaining material
- Use
pliers to bend the pin about 80 degrees forward
- Use
pliers to grasp the end part and softly bend it to make
a smooth curve. This will give the pin a beautiful jump
ring form
- When
needing to attach a pin to an item, simply bend the curve
back a little

Samples
of long necklace designs where head pins and eye pins
are used. A necklace design using head pins: string some
seed beads on a head pin and attach it to the necklace
which has already been prepared


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