I'm confused! Does the set come with claw-like holders or loop-type pins, or does it not come with anything? Where do you get the wire loop pins (all I saw on amazon was a combo of sizes with only 2-3 large pins in the set). Thanks so much!
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I only use the big plastic clips, so I can't remember whether pins came with this set. I have bought clips at a big drug store, so you can probably buy the pins there too. This travel set is wonderful--and since this set and the regular (12-post) set is the only good thing on the market, you haven't much choice.
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Just received my package today. 8 tags and 8 long loops (6.5 inches long). No short loops. Not going to complain, I'd rather have the longer loops than the short ones. Anyone know how long the short loops are? I'm just assuming the ones I have are the long ones. I would not be happy if I received the short ones. Thanks.
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Hey, all you have to do to make it like the one in the picture is hook a metal loop to a crystal, then a loop again, then a shell, then a loop, then a crystal, then a loop, then a shell etc until you have 3 crystals and 3 shells on each stand. Then suspend them from the metal disc using the tiny hooks and the metal loops. Hope that helps. I didn't bother using the crystals, i just did 4 stands of shells for the centre circle, then 3 shells long for the circle outside that one, and then 2 shells long for the very outer circle. It looks really good.
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I do not remember. I thru mine away. I did not like them at all. The pin part was probabaly1 and 1/2 to 2 inches long. Dangerous if they come out. I use the little twist in pins.
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i think the only kind of loops to use are the harrisville design hoops, the quality is so much nicer and easier to work with. the other kind slip all over the place and don't have the thickness i want when using them, also the colors are beautiful !
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Good morning, Anita. The extra loops are used for our http://www.amazon.com/Hook-and-Loop-Potholder-Set/dp/B005OM0YPA/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1384531553&sr=1-1&keywords=Hook+and+Loop+Potholder+Set. These are not Proloops. I hope you find this information helpful. Adreanna - HearthSong Customer Service
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I do not know where to buy them. These pins can be made from a nail with the same diameter. Use a hack saw or strong wire cutters. Test the pin in the hole first. It must be a diameter that allows for a slip fit into the hole. Or find a Stainless steel dowel pin.
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I got this from Target and it came with the white claw clips. I didn't like them so I purchased claw clips from the dollar store (2 for $1) and they work much better.
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There is a VERY TINY loop to attach something to, unfortunately the manufacturer didn't supply one, and finding something that tiny that is strong enough to hold it is basically impossible. It's the size of a small gauge fishing wire.
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No it doesn't come with all the pins pictured. Actually I don't think I got any of the ones pictured. But the point is to trade them right? :D
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I just received mine and they cam with the lanyards attached. (Maybe they heard the complaints?) However, the lanyards are so short they are pretty useless for anything but hanging. I can barely fit a couple of fingers in them.
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The swing-set comes with chains. The chains have a "c" hook on the end. You need the hooks or lag bolts to screw into wherever you are hanging it from, so you can attach your chains. I did not, and would not, use springs in any fashion.
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You can create the pins from straight wire. You can use wire 26 - 18 gauge. Create Eye Pins, Bend & Trim Wire. Easy To Use! How to Use the One Step Wire Looping Pliers from BeadSmith. . This innovative new tool is an amazing time-saver. Simply place a bead onto a head pin, slide the head pin into the pliers, and squeeze to create a wire loop. When making multiples, your loops will be uniform in size and shape. Trim and loop embellished head pins & eyes! Create & trim eye pins to custom lengths in one motion! Works with dead-soft or half-hard precious metal wire, craft wire and copper or brass core wire. Bends & trims wire between 26-18 gauge thick.
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The set I bought came with clips. I prefer the pins and just some old ones I have and they work perfectly.Hope that helps.
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The black pad and the wire with the loop in the end are used to tighten/loosen the tips. The tip is held with the black pad (which works like a jar-opening gripper) and the wire is inserted through the hole in the connector on the cord. Applying pressure to the wire torques the tip tight so that it doesn't come loose. The pad and wire are also needed to remove the tip, since if they were properly tightened they cannot be loosened by hand.
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Mine came with the holder in picture number 4.The set is as shown in picture number 1.
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I had this same desire because I already have the whole F.A. Edmunds handi-clamp system, but when I tried the holes were too small. My husband said the holes would need to be redrilled larger to the 1/4" size. The rods that come with this set work fine, and it comes with a roll of loop tape for the hook & loop fastening system used on this set. I hope this helps! It really is a great system to have!