When buying beads to make your own jewelry, don't forget all of the other materials which you will need. In addition to beads and finished jewelry, my Ebay store offers a variety of the supplies listed below.
Some common jewelry-making tools and findings include the following:
elastic cord (great for bracelets)
memory wire
tiger-tail cord
end caps
pliers
wire nippers
crimp beads / crimp covers
jumprings (soldered or open)
headpins
bails
toggles, lobster claws, etc...
bead spacers
bead board (to plan your design)
pearl reamer
magnifying glass
Also, whenever making your own jewelry make sure you have a camera at your disposal - take pictures of your designs!
Guide created: 12/12/05 (updated 05/22/08)

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