I’m a newbie at crafting jewelry can someone give me a rundown of supplies i should buy.?

Im interested in making necklaces and bracelets. I already know what tools to buy I’m not sure of which soft flex wire to start off with, what do I’ve to buy thats essenstial crimps, jump rings etc.?

Your basic tools should be the following:
Pliers, both round and chain-nose; wire cutters- (flush cutters if you can find them!); a fine point awl; and crimping pliers.

As far as soft flex wire goes, it depends on what your final product will be. The thinner the wire is more flexible, but also not very strong. The thicker wire is stiffer, but can carry a heavier load. I use thicker wire for most guys necklaces, or for jewelry that uses beads with rough edges(many hand made glass beads or stone beads can wear through a thinner wire). If you use this type of wire, crimp beads are must, and they come in different sizes to match the gauge of wire you’re using- small crimps for thin wire, larger crimps for thicker wire or mulitple strands.

If you haven’t already, get a copy of any one of the beading magazines on the shelf. Most of them have very good “how to” sections, as well as clear step-by-step instructions. Once you get the hang of a few simple steps, you’ll be making all sorts of beautiful things!

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Basic Jewelry Making Basic Jewelry Making $17.96 This fully illustrated guide shows how to make all kinds of funky and elegant bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and pendants using beads and wire. It begins with the basics ? planning a design, attaching fittings, making secure crimps, selecting beads ? so crafters can quickly get started creating one-of-a-kind pieces.Simple wire-bending techniques allow crafters to make beaded drop earrings as well as more elaborate necklace and bracelet designs. Advanced techniques use metallic, sterling silver, even 14-carat-gold wire to make gallery-quality jewelry in almost any style and size.Featuring design ideas by a variety of jewelers, this book includes pictures and descriptions of tools and materials, a guide to common types of beads, advice on proper lengths and fit, and inspiration for creating a wide range of styles.Book specifications: wirebound paperback, 116 pgs., 8 1/2 in. x 11 in.Publisher: Stackpole Books, 2006.

Complete Guide To Making Wire Jewelry $14.94 Complete Guide To Making Wire Jewelry features a collection of more than 20 projects from Art Jewelry magazine, including necklaces, rings, bracelets, and much more! Introduces you to basic wire-working tools and techniques, then shows you how to make wire jewelry using such methods as coiling wire, weaving chain mail, wrapping, and shaping. Includes step-by-step instructions and close-up photos. Softcover: 112 pages.

Making Memories Tools Vintage Groove Kit $8.29 Making Memories Tools are just what every crafter needs. Make yourself a special craft tool box. Have everything on hand so that when you start crafting you are prepared. Vintage Groove Kit- Kit contains Chain Nose Pliers(best used for opening and closing jump rings) , Round Nose Pliers(cone shaped nose used to make multiple loop sizes) and a Side Cutter( used to cut jewelry findings, chain, and wire).

Chain Mail Jewelry Chain Mail Jewelry $22.45 Once used to create protective garments, chain mail techniques and patterns have now been adapted for jewelry making by innovative artists. Making chain mail jewelry requires few tools to achieve impressive results.From an Inlaid Chain Mail Pendant to a Japanese Hexagonal Mail Collar, the 30 extraordinary projects in this book will introduce you to a variety of exciting techniques for all skill levels.Book specifications: hardback, 144 pgs., 8 3/4 in. x 10 1/4 in.Publisher: Lark, 2006.

Making Wire Jewelry $5.79 Features 13 easy projects for stylish and fun accessories. Readers will learn the key techniques for making great wire necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and pins.

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