Here are some of the common tools needed for a jewelry-making project:
Pliers:
- Chain-nose pliers - used for gripping, bending, and shaping wire and findings.
- Round-nose pliers - used for creating loops and curls in wire.
- Flat-nose pliers - used for flattening and straightening wire.
- Nylon-jaw pliers - used for holding and manipulating delicate pieces without leaving marks.
Wire cutters:
- Flush cutters - used for cleanly cutting wire with a flat, flush end.
- Diagonal cutters - used for cutting wire and findings.
Jewelry tools:
- Jewelry hammer - used for texturing, shaping, and flattening metal.
- Anvil or bench block - provides a solid surface for hammering.
- Mandrels - used for shaping wire into different forms, such as rings or loops.
- Crimping pliers - used for securing crimp beads and findings.