Making Tiny Headpins Larger
by Dale Armstrong
Question:

I have a lot of head pins with very, very small heads - they slip right through bead holes. Is there a way to make the heads larger without soldering on something?

-Meta in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Instructions
Answer:

The easiest way to enlarge the head on a fine headpin is to simply put a 2.5mm metal bead on first! We have round, smooth 2.5mm beads available in both Sterling Silver and Gold-filled that will blend in with whatever color metal you are using. You can also find other small beads in our 2-4mm round category.

Answer contributed by Dale "Cougar" Armstrong

Materials

Findings - Head Pins and Metal Beads
Shop Now
4mm Round Beads
Shop Now
Silver Beads, Bead Caps and Cones
Shop Now
Gold Beads, Bead Caps and Cones
Shop Now
Add All Items to Cart

Tools

No tools listed
  • Category: Beading
  • Technique(s): Beading