How to remove the back of brooches?

Posted: June 3rd, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Jewelry Questions | Tags: , , | 2 Comments »

Hiya,
i’m starting my own line of jewelry out of old vintage brooches, and i am stuck as to how i might remove the pins on the back, so i’m left with just the flat front part.

can someone please explain how this is done? and what tools i might need. it would really help me out..
thanks

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2 Comments on “How to remove the back of brooches?”

  1. 1 Reesie said at 8:28 am on June 3rd, 2010:

    Use wire cutters or pliers to remove the clasp. If you have a Dremmel, smooth the area off. A beading store or an arts and crafts store should have the barrette backing you need.

  2. 2 Queen of the Universe said at 9:24 am on June 3rd, 2010:

    You will need a pair of these:

    http://quamut.com/quamut/jewelry_making/page/tools_for_making_wire_jewelry.html#WireCutters

    After cutting off pins backs of the brooche, you can use a small metal file to smooth the areas.

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