Beaded People Pins
By: Bead Studio
Beaded People Pins
Embellishing clothing with beads can be a simple way to add an intricate touch to a simple outfit, but it can be time consuming. Instead why not make these cute Beaded People Pins and adorn any article that needs a little something extra.
Project TypeMake a Project
Bead TypeSeed, Glass, Metal
Time to CompleteIn an evening
Bead Technique UsedChainmail/Wirework
Bead Project TypeBrooches
Materials:
- 1½ yds of 24g wire
- 1 large body bead (teardrop, bi-cone or conical shape)
- 1 head bead (8-10mm with 2-3mm hole) - resin beads are perfect
- Assorted beads (2-6mm): At least 4 small teardrop or tapered beads w/ lengthwise hole
- Metal spacers
- Seed beads
- Other small beads (approx 36-40)
- E-Beads
- Charms (optional)
- 2” coil pin with clutch
- T-pin
- Wire Cutters
- Chain-nose pliers
Instructions:
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Cut wire into four equal pieces.
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For the legs: coil end of 2 wires using T-pin as coiling tool. Add assorted beads for legs (about 1¼ - 1½ inch long), ending with a tapered bead so that the legs flow smoothly into the body. Bring wires up through the body bead.
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For the arms: use a new piece of wire, add hand bead or charm and fold wire in half. Add assorted beads to form arms ending with a tapered bead. Remember: you are using 2 wires, so the hole size has to be slightly larger than the legs. E-Beads work well. Bring leg and arm wires up through the head bead. You may need a bead cap or tapered bead as a neck to help the transition from body to head.
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Place pin down through the head. Put the clutch on the end of the pin. Using the head as leverage, bend the pin back to a right angle. Place tip of chain-nose pliers on pin at base of head and bend straight down creating a jog in pin. This allows the pin to hang properly when worn.
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Add beads for hair & coil off ends. If you prefer coiled wire hair start at base of head & coil wire with T-pin.
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Style the hair - and it’s ready to wear!