Q: Does the length listed for the eye pins include the round head or just the shaft?
Ask the Experts Beading Q&A
Q: How can I keep a flat bead from turning on the head pin when I make earrings?
Ask the Experts Findings Q&A
Q: What is a good gauge size for sterling silver head pins? I've been using some that I bought at a local craft store, but they don't say the gauge size. I want to buy silver 2-inch and 3-inch head pins.
Ask the Experts Proper Headpin Gauge Q&A
Q: Is there a rule of thumb for what gauge of headpins to use for various projects (i.e. making dangles on earrings, adding a dangle to a bracelet, etc.)?
Ask the Experts Design Q&A
Q: What is the best way to make a simple loop at the top of a headpin that will keep multiple beads on the headpin from twirling around (so that they stay stable and facing forward)?
Ask the Experts Head Pins Q&A
Q: What is the best way to straighten badly bent head and eye pins?
Ask the Experts Headpins Q&A
Q: How do you make your own headpins?
Ask the Experts Designer End Head Pin with Loop Ideas Q&A
Q: What can you make using 3-3.5 inch head pins with a designer end with loop? I find it is too thick for most of my beads. Any design ideas for them?
Ask the Experts Rosaries Q&A
Q: I'd like to make a rosary using either wood or glass round beads. What kind of chain do I use? I've never worked with chain before.
Ask the Experts Head Pin Gauge for Earring Dangles Q&A
Q: What is the best gauge head pin to use for 2'' dangle earrings? I'm looking for something that is thin enough to work with, but thick enough that the earrings won't bend too easily. Thanks.
Ask the Experts Rosary Eye Pins Q&A
Q: I am making a rosary and am looking for the thickest and strongest eye pin. I have had trouble with the loops stretching open under normal stress. Any suggestions?
Ask the Experts Secure Eye Pins and Head Pins Q&A
Q: What is the most secure way to attach an eye pin or head pin to a design?
Ask the Experts Size Q&A
Q: How does the gauge of the head pin coordinate with the size of the head pin?