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Abalone Shell Brooch

Julie Kirby designs a sterling silver and abalone shell broach with a hibiscus motif.

That's Clever! : Episode HCLVR-335 -- More Projects »
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5. To make the decorative hibiscus component, use a disc cutter to cut out a round shape from 30-gauge sterling sheet.

6. Form the petal shapes on the edge of the disc with a curved stamping tool.

7. File the edges to smooth and shape the flower.



Abalone Shell Brooch

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Julie Kirby



Also in this Episode
That's Clever! : Episode HCLVR-335
•Bird Mobile
•Abalone Shell Brooch
•Handmade Paper Letterpress Print
•Calla Lily Earrings
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