Tools and Supplies for Beading and Making Jewelry

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It can be difficult to know what you really need when it comes to jewelry and beading design, especially if you're standing in front of racks of supplies. Don't fret; use the following list of supplies you should have handy so you can create jewelry at a moment's notice. And watch the video above to learn about the tools you should have and where to find jewelry making supplies.

Assorted clasps (toggle clasps, spring ring clasp)
2-x2mm tube-shaped sterling crimp beads
Sterling and gold-filled bead tips
Ear wires (leverback and shepherd hook styles)
Head pins
Assorted sizes of jump rings (5mm to 7mm in gold-filled and sterling)

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Heather Dismore began her career as a well-traveled, highly productive restaurant manager. She left the industry to devote time to her family and her love of writing. In a publishing career spanning over a decade, her work has impacted some 400 titles. Dismore resides in Naperville, Illinois, with her husband, who is a professional chef, and their two daughters. She is the owner of PageOne Publishing, a freelance Web content development company with a focus on the hospitality industry.