[Jewelry making - Article 00165] - Re: [Orchid] Making my own head pins

[Tracy Burlison]

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Hi Karen,

>         When I make my head pins I use 22 ga silver and  I usually
>     hold the wire (the end I am going to ball up) almost upside down, 
>     this way I can easily see the size of the ball I am achieving. 

    I just need a ball on one end of the head pin. I usually finish off
    my head pins by coiling the ends instead of sniping them -- less
    waste and it creates a decorative element. I think I'd go nuts if I
    had to ball both ends ;-D 

    Do you like to approach your wire from above the flame or below? 

Thanks for your help,
Tracy
Tracy's Treasures

 
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