Tools & Supplies I Use and Recommend
When I first got started, I bought a few starter kits that were inexpensive and useful. Over time, I began replacing items and materials with items I discovered. On social media, I am often asked what materials & tools I use, so I have decided to put together a list here. As I discover new, exciting tools I will add them here as well. All of this is not necessary to get started. You can get started with a few different gauge wires, a couple pliers, and flush cutters.
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Tools
Starter Kit Recommendation | https://amzn.to/4e40Pkk |
Jewelry Making Tools & Supplies | https://amzn.to/4f1eNF5 |
Specialized Tools | https://amzn.to/48tFU9o |
Wire Recommendations | https://amzn.to/40mQhcR |
I personally buy most of my copper in bulk from Rio Grande these days. These are the ones I typically order.
Round Dead-Soft Copper Wire, 20g, 1 lb Spool
Square Dead-Soft Copper Wire, 20g, 1 lb Spool
Round Dead-Soft Copper Wire, 28g, 1 lb Spool
Half-Round Dead Soft Copper Wire, 21g,1 lb Spool
I also purchase Sterling Silver Dead-Soft wire from Rio Grande in the same gauges, however, Silver is much more expensive. I purchase it by the Troy Ounce for each Gauge and re-order as necessary. However, here are some links to smaller amounts of Sterling Silver Dead-Soft wire available on Amazon.
They can be found in this list: Wire Recommendations
If you are in the market for tarnish resistant coated copper wire, I would suggest the following website: Fire Mountain Gems & Beads
Amazon Storefront where you can find all my recommendations