How to Make a Pin

Step-by-Step Guide

1. 1

   Step 1: Find a small

   Aim for something that is about 1 inch by 1 inch (2.54 centimeters by
   2.54 centimeters).
   
   If necessary, resize the image using an image editing program or a photocopier.
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   Step 2: square-shaped image that you like.

   You will need this excess material to wrap around the back of your pin. , The cardboard will make the base for your pin.
   
   The colored paper will make the back.
   
   The colored paper can be solid-colored, or it can have an interesting pattern. , Turn the image over so that the back is facing you.
   
   Spread a thin layer of glue onto it.
   
   You can use a glue stick or school glue.
   
   If you are using school glue, you might want to apply it with a paintbrush. , Try to center the cardboard as much as possible.
   
   You should have a ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) border all around the cardboard. , Start with the corners first.
   
   Once you have them glued down, fold all four side over onto the back of the cardboard.
   
   This will give you some nice, folded seams. , Coat the paper with glue, then press it onto the back of the cardboard.
   
   You can use a glue stick or school glue for this.
   
   If you are using school glue, you might want to apply it using a paintbrush. , You can use any sort of finish you like: matte or glossy; glossy, however, will look the best.
   
   Paint the front first, let it dry, then do the back.
   
   This will "seal" your pin and protect it.
   
   If you are using a decoupage glue, you may need to apply 3 to 4 layers.
   
   Let each layer dry before you apply the next one.
   
   Acrylic sealers come in brush-on and spray-on form. , Draw a line of hot glue across the back of the pin.
   
   Quickly press the back of the pin down into the glue.
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   Step 3: Cut the image out

4. 4

   Step 4: but leave a ½ inch (1.27 centimeters) border all around it.

5. 5

   Step 5: Cut a piece of colored paper and thin cardboard the same size as your image.

6. 6

   Step 6: Cover the back of the image with glue.

7. 7

   Step 7: Press the cardboard onto the back of the image.

8. 8

   Step 8: Wrap the edges of the image around the cardboard.

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   Step 9: Glue the colored paper onto the back of the cardboard and let the glue dry.

10. 10

    Step 10: Paint over the pin using an acrylic sealer or decoupage glue.

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    Step 11: Glue on the safety pin once the sealer dries.

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