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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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Steps 21-23
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21. Carefully push and smooth the bezel over the edge of the stone with a burnishing tool. The stone is now securely set in its setting.

22. Turn the brooch over and, using a pair of curved-nose pliers, snap the pin portion of the brooch finding into place.

23. Polish the abalone shell brooch with a polishing cloth to complete.



Abalone Shell Brooch

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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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