| Jewellery Making Basics | | | | Here are a few of the items you will need... |
| Beads have been used for many centuries across the | | | | 1. Jewellery Making Tools |
| globe, as a trading currency and embodiment of | | | | 2. Round Nose Pliers - These are used for making |
| personal wealth. Since early times they have been | | | | loops in your wire and opening jump rings |
| used as an adornment of both people and their | | | | 3. Flat Nose Pliers - These are used for closing crimps |
| surroundings. This can still be seen today in clothing, | | | | and Fastenings |
| accessories and costume jewellery. | | | | 4. Side Cutters - These are used for cutting wire, tiger |
| Beads can be used to create stunning and simple | | | | tail, nylon and cord. |
| bracelets, necklaces, earrings and watches. You can | | | | 5. Bead Board - Very handy use for stringing |
| add decoration to your favourite fabric handbag, make | | | | necklaces. This grey flocked board has space for |
| things for the home such as beaded curtain tie backs, | | | | three strands. There are recessed wells for beading |
| or add a personal touch to lamp shades with a | | | | supplies such as needles, pliers, small accent beads, |
| beaded fringe. | | | | with inch measurements around the outside edge for |
| Making beaded items for the home or jewellery can | | | | making accurate length designs. |
| be very rewarding, both creatively and financially as | | | | 6. Bead Storage - Compact storage boxes are ideal |
| items can be created at quite low cost and sold at a | | | | for keeping your craft supplies neat, tidy and organised. |
| reasonable price to make an income. | | | | Keep separate boxes for beads, findings, and nylon |
| Before you get started, make sure you have yourself | | | | cord/tiger-tail etc. |
| the necessary tools required to make your jewellery. | | | | |