Things You'll Need:
- Beads
- Pliers
- Wire cutter
- Bead board
- Stringing wire
- Clasps
- Crimps
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Step 1
Learn the basic techniques for bending wire, attaching clasps and closing crimps. Also learn the different types of stringing materials such as tiger tail and thread. Take a class at a local bead store. Buy an instructional video. Read how to articles in bead magazines.
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Step 2
Purchase tools and supplies. The basic tools required to make jewelry are round rose pliers, chain nose pliers, crimp pliers, a wire cutter and bead board. Jewelry making supplies include stringing wire, clasps, crimps (used to hold the wire in place) and ear wires for earrings.
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Step 3
Stock up on beads. There are many different types of beads including glass, semi-precious stone, crystal, silver, gold, metal and ceramic. Also use charms and various size chains to make jewelry. Purchase beads at a local bead store or on the Internet. Look in your jewelry box--take apart any items you no longer wear and use the components.
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Step 4
Jump in and start making jewelry. Try different design combinations-—arrange the beads on the bead board before stringing.
