Create these unique pieces of jewelry or keychain holders by using an unusual object – the spring of a clothespin! You can create these easily from any button that has a shank.
Difficulty level: Easy
Time to complete: 20 minutes
Age range: 8+
Things you’ll need:
Wood clothespin
Vintage buttons with shanks
Ball chain
E6000 glue
Things to do:
1. Twist apart your clothespin as shown. Set aside the wooden parts for another project.
2. Take apart the touch stone jewelry to use the ball chain, or use another chain you have on hand.
3. Grab the spring of your clothespin.
4. Insert the ends into the shank of your button. If needed, secure overnight with some E6000 glue.
5. Thread the ball chain into the clothespin as shown.