Vintage Tin Charm Bracelet

9. Purchase antique tins from antique shops, flea markets, etc. Look for brightly colored metal that does not have a paper covering.

10. Wear leather gloves to cut the metal tins into small squares and rectangles with tin snips (figure H).

11. Hand-file the corners and sides of each piece so that they are smooth to the touch. Start with a large file (figure I) and progress to a fine-grit sandpaper.

12. Drill holes in the top of the tin shapes using a drill press (figure J).

13. Insert a sterling jump ring through each hole and attach the tin "charms" to the chain (figure K).

14. Attach the tin charms to the length of the chain in multiples until a pleasing, filled-in look is achieved.

Voila! You have a vintage tin bracelet that makes a pleasing sound when worn.

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