• Pewter crafting is becoming a very popular hobby, as the metal can be molded into virtually any shape.vase d'??tain image by Philippe LERIDON from Fotolia.com
  
  Pewter is a white metal alloy that consists mostly of tin with a small amount of antimony and copper. Pewter items date back to the Bronze Age, with the earliest example found in an Egyptian tomb, dated 1450 BC. Pewter items were very popular in Europe during the middle ages after the Romans introduced the metal to Britain. Pewter crafting is becoming a very popular hobby, as the metal can be molded into virtually any shape.
  
  

Figurines

• Pewter turtle.pewter turtle image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.com
  
  Pewter figurines are highly collectible. As the metal alloy lends itself well to molding, it is possible to create intricate pewter figurines with detailed features. Figurines can be crafted as fantasy figures, animals, teddy bears or classic human figures. The pewter can be polished to give your figurine a shiny, silver look, or you can choose to leave it unpolished.
  
  

Jewelry

• Pewter pendants combine well with bulky designs.asian style jewelry image by Thor Jorgen Udvang from Fotolia.com
  
  You can create unique home-made pendants, bangles or earrings from pewter using soap stone molds. Dark, matte pewter combines well with bulky crosses and Celtic designs.
  
  

Charms and Decorations

• Pewter is an inexpensive metal.sun image by cherie from Fotolia.com
  
  As pewter is inexpensive compared to other metals, pewter charms and decorations have become very popular. Pewter decorations look good on glass, candles and wooden boxes. Pewter charms will add character to your Christmas tree.
  
  

Picture Frames

• Pewter picture frames make great gifts.pewter still-life image by Jeanne Hatch from Fotolia.com
  
  With pewter you can create picture frames which are both sturdy and decorative. Customize your picture frames by carving names and dates in your molds before casting. Such picture frames will make great gifts.
  
  

Napkin Rings

• Pewter napkin rings are ideal for a stylish dinner table setting.two silver napkin rings and napkins image by Warren Millar from Fotolia.com
  
  Pewter napkin rings can be adorned with simple abstract decorations and crafted in various shapes. The color and texture of the metal will accentuate the whiteness of your napkins, and are ideal for a stylish dinner table setting.