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Created by: Polly Nobbs-LaRueDesigner TipsThese flat-wire octagonal titanium key rings have a nice look and feel, and the octagon Swarovski Strass crystal continues the geometry. (If you it's crazy to put a crystal in a pocket with keys ... See links below for other design possibilities!)Pick the largest (thickest) jump ring that will fit through your chain link, and add the chain to the key ring. For best way to open and close loops, see Jump Ring Hint in Jewelry Basics 101 (PDF)Pick the thicke …

Created by: Amy MickelsonDesigner TipsShoe clips work like clip-on earrings, but for shoes. Simply add or remove finished designs from footwear whenever you want to display a different mood! Create all types of designs from formal to fun and bridal to bright!Glue the shoe clip finding to backside of filigree, close to the top.Apply E-6000 to the shoe clip findings with a toothpick. Let the pieces cure in a well-ventilated area overnight.The backs of some resin flowers may be slightly concave. Fo …

Created by: Toni PlastinoDesigner TipsTo prevent the image from bleeding, seal the front and back with Mod Podge® and let dry. Once dry, glue the image into buckle blank.Glue on embellishments such as charms, shells, pearls, and ball chain. When dry, add resin to the buckle.Consider brushing on the resin, since the buckle is convex, and has a shallow bezel cup.See Tips for Epoxy Resin & Jewelry (PDF).Suggested Supplies1 each #82-500-08 8oz EasyCast Epoxy Kit1 strand [use 8] #20-621 Bead, Fre …