How Do You Make Key Rings From Silver Spoons?
Old silver eating utensils can be found in abundance at antique stores, garage and estate sales and thrift shops. In addition to serving their obvious purpose, these objects are desirable to artists and crafters because of their potential to become something new. Silver utensils can be cut, hammered, recycled and restyled into various other functional and appealing objects. Among these objects is jewelry such as bracelets and rings. Silver spoons are particularly popular because of their smooth, curvy shapes. With the right tools, you easily can turn silver spoons into charming key rings. Anneal the silver spoon by heating it with a butane or propane torch. Annealing is a process used to make metal more pliable and easy to hammer into new shapes. Place the spoon on a heat-safe work surface. Move the flame of the torch back and forth over the surface of the spoon until the spoon takes on a dull, red glow. Remove the heat from the spoon. Lift the spoon with metal tongs. Drop it into a bo
