They close when gripped and don't lock shut. I think Jimny might be right in the making double wire loops (that's what P thought, don't you just hate when they're right!) I can't imagine what MiL did with them, as far as I know she never made jewellery.
Thanks for the help, all of you.
Thanks for the help, all of you.
Gardening is an excuse not to do housework
Greetings from Salisbury
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