Jewellery Tools…
Here is just a small selection of some of my jewellery tools….to see this image larger, and with descriptions and information about the tools, click here!
I would whole-heartedly say that investing in jewellery tools is not a cheap business…but if you are careful, and buy the essential things first {believe me..there is ALWAYS another tool you want or need!} you will be able to make beautiful hand made jewellery for yourself and friends or for sale! I will be posting some jewellery tutorials in the future outlining simple techniques you can use as a beginner {or at any stage}, and how you can do little things, such as making your own findings..which add a professional and considered quality to your jewellery.
But first..you need the tools!! I have listed below some jewellery suppliers that I have used, and know to be good {UK, and US}..many tools are very expensive, but are good quality and will last a lifetime…so consider them an investment!! If you need any help or advice when considering purchasing some tools..do drop me a line and I would be happy to help!
HS Walsh
{a very good quality tool supplier..I buy much of my equiptment here}
Cooksons
{Sell bullion {precious metal} as well as tools}
Finding King
{a very reasonable tool supplier…good value if based in the US..be mindful of the shipping costs}
Otto Frei
{they often have unusual and specialist tools}
Rashbel
{small selection of tools, and bullion including decorative gallery strips in silver}
As a starter kit, I would recommend a Piercing Saw, and blades {2/0}..Needle Files {starter pack}…a drill {archemedian or dremel} and bits {approx 1mm}…a selection of jewellery Pliers…and wet and dry paper for sanding and finishing…from this you will be able to make simple pierced pendant forms, and you will have a good basis on which to build if you would like to progress your collection and repetoire by investing in a soldering torch and pickle tank….from that point on, the world is your oyster!!
August 5th, 2006 at 8:32 am
Boy, this reminds me of my highschool art class…we worked in bronze and copper…I made a harp seal pendant. Interesting article!
August 6th, 2006 at 4:22 pm
Great and very interesting pots,Abigail!
August 7th, 2006 at 4:20 pm
tip-ex is also a really handy way to protect already soldered joints too! just if you’re ever stuck.
actually, do you know of any forums where you can exchange tips on metalworking!? i like this
August 9th, 2006 at 3:35 pm
Oh wow you’ve made me all excited about digging out my jewellery stuff again and getting hammering! Let’s see what I can come up with, without a trip into Hatton Garden…
This is *very* cheeky, but i wonder if you’re going to be doing any tutorials… (she said hopefully)
August 9th, 2006 at 9:05 pm
Sorry, reading again I see that you’re aiming to do some tutorials – sorry, I got ahead of myself there…
August 12th, 2006 at 6:42 am
Thanks all!! {I have emailed all of you but Rebecca!}
…thanks Rebecca, great tip if i’m ever out of rouge! I don’t know of any metal working forums..but I will keep my ear to the ground, and ask around some friends to see if they know of any..and either let you know or post the details :)
All your comments are much appreciated :)
July 26th, 2007 at 7:54 am
I love tools! Thank you so much for all of these great links!