DIY Lapel Pins

This is a simple tutorial with few materials, few steps, and lots of variations. Without further explanation, here is the DIY.

Here is what you need: 

- 2 brooches (either matching or not)

- 2 jump rings in color complementing the brooches

- 2 lengths of chain, both 11 inches long (I am doubling up the chain, but this is optional)

-Pliers

Step 1: Take a look at the back of your brooches and figure out where the jump rings will go. As you can see on my brooches I have some rings that are part of the structure. If these rings aren't on yours then slip the jump ring, with the chain, into the pin backs. 

Step 2: Insert the both strands of chain onto the jump ring. Now slip the jump ring onto the pin backing. You will have to be careful whenever opening or closing the pin backing. 

Step 3: Here is where the jump ring rests on the brooch. 

Done! Here is the finished product. This can also be down with clip-on earrings; this is ideal for fabric that is not substantial enough to hold brooches or if you don't want holes in your clothing. You can also glue some pin backs to a pair of buttons and achieve the same results. 

See you all next Thursday!