The term eye pin usually refers to long, narrow strips of metal that are bent into a circle shape and hammered flat so that they form a hoop. Eye pin are used in the jewelry making process when attaching links or rings together. Sterling silver eye pins are made by pounding one end of the strip with a hammer while maintaining the rest of the length in a circular shape. The strip is then hammered flat so that it forms a hoop. Since these pins are shorter and less durable, they are rarely used for beaded bracelets. Because they are able to be bent into loops if necessary, they are more suitable for jewelry like earrings, necklaces, or hair clips.