I only had one size of pin, so even though it was a great idea, it wasn't really for me. So instead I used medium eye pins and different types of beads. I used thin tube beads, thick plastic round ones, fake pearls and seed beads. I am super exited because not only would I have had to pay 10+ dollars for just one, I got to make them myself. So I feel a little bit smart even though it was not my idea :)