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1. The most important part: coming up with a good idea!
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2. Make a quick sketch of the idea.
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3. Based on the sketch, make a pattern on the computer.
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4. Use a paper cutter to cut the metal.
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5. Temporarily stick the pattern on the metal.
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6. Use a jeweler's saw, cut out the pattern.
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7. Align the pin back and punch pilot holes.
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8. Use a hand punch to make clean holes.
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9. Use a disc cutter to punch a large hole.
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10. Cut an aluminum tube to make small rivets.
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11. Tape two pieces of metal together.
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12. Punch pilot holes in the corners.
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13. Drill corner holes.
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14. Untape both pieces.
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15. Use a scribe to insert the rivets.
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16. Use a punch to smash the rivets and attach the pin back.
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17. Tape two pieces of metal together and punch a pilot hole.
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18. Drill a hole through both layers.
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19. Use a mini wrench to attach small machine screws.
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20. Wrap with wire.
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21. Insert machine screws into corner holes.
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22. Assemble both layers.
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23. Clip off extra lengths of machine screws.
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24. Smoothly grind down machine screws and nuts.
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25. Give the pin a final filing and cleaning.
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