Fabric Stretcher
SKU: 33415-3
Nancy Wilder of Nancy Wilder Wearable Art sent us several pictures which we combined into one. Her use of insect pins to produce a silk painting stretcher frame is unique & a work of art in itself.
In her own words: "These #3 stainless steel insect pins are perfect for bending into hooks which hold stretched fine silk on a frame for painting. They are fine enough to not leave holes & strong enough to hold the fabric. They don't rust and hold their shape.
They get bent into hooks using flat jewelry pliers & then the top end is made into a loop with a round jewelry pliers. This makes them ideal for my home made stretcher system. I dye and paint silk then sew the silk into kimonos, jackets and scarves."
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We've offered Czech made stainless steel pins since 2005. Entosphinx stainless steel pins are made from 316 grade stainless steel; protect your valuable collections whether they're insects or textiles. Buy just a few & our delivered cost beats "free" shipping!
Google Reviews, click on the names to see in full:
Alison B.: ...ordered a sample pack of insect pins for making pinhole cameras....wonderful selection and super-fast shipment...…
Mary C. B. ...Indigo Instruments entomology pins...in my artwork for almost ten years now, and a big part of my studio practice!
