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What I Use To Make Jewelry đź’Ž

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These are the materials I use to make dainty, hypoallergenic jewelry. I test each one for durability, comfort, and shimmer—especially for everyday wear. From wire to pliers, everything here is chosen to be safe for sensitive skin and long-lasting!
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Jewelry Pliers Tool Set

This tool set includes six essential pliers and cutters for jewelry-making. It’s lightweight, easy to grip, and works well for wire wrapping, cutting, and shaping. I use it to prep wire and beads for my bracelet designs—it’s reliable and beginner-fri...
 
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This 4-piece jewelry plier set includes needle nose, round nose, wire cutters, and bent nose pliers—essential for precision work in bracelet-making. I use these daily to shape wire, secure jump rings, and add crimp covers with control and care. Durab...
4-Piece Jewelry Pliers Tool Set for Jewelry Making
 
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A must-have for the beginner or experienced jewelry maker, this complete tool set includes all the tools you need to design your own creations. Use the assorted pliers, side cutter and micrometer provided to grip and cut wire, make loops, pick up sma...
Jewelry Pliers Tool Set by Bead Landing

Crimp Beads

Small but essential pieces for jewelry-making. These stainless steel crimp beads are used to secure wire and finish bracelets cleanly. I choose stainless steel for its durability and tarnish resistance—especially for everyday wear.
 
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These crimp beads are made from stainless steel, which means they’re strong, corrosion-resistant, and safe for sensitive skin. I use them to secure wire ends and keep my jewelry designs neat and long-lasting.
stainless steel crimp beads 2.3mm wide, 1.4mm hole

Wrapping Memory Wire

This wrapping wire is flexible, durable, and easy to work with for jewelry-making. I use it to create clean loops, secure beads, and shape bracelet designs. It holds well without breaking and works with most pliers and crimp beads I use.
 
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Made of Type 316L Stainless Steel, this specially tempered wire has a different "feel" than other half-hard materials. Ideal for all types of wire-wrapping, weight-bearing designs, and holding designs together. Stainless Steel is hard and will harden...
Beadalon® 18 Gauge Round 316L Stainless Steel Wrapping Wire

Jump Rings

Essential connectors for jewelry-making. These stainless steel jump rings are strong, tarnish-resistant, and easy to work with. I use them to link clasps, charms, and components in my jewelry designs—they hold up well for everyday wear.
 
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These jump rings are made from stainless steel, which means they’re durable, corrosion-resistant, and safe for sensitive skin. I use them to connect pieces cleanly and securely—they’re easy to open and close with pliers and don’t rust over time.
Stainless Steel Jump Rings 22, 20, 19, & 18 Gauge

Lobster Clasps

Secure closures for everyday jewelry. These stainless steel lobster clasps are strong, tarnish-resistant, and easy to use. I choose them for their durability and clean finish—they hold up well in jewelry designs and don’t rust over time
 
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This lobster clasp is made from stainless steel, which means it’s hypoallergenic, corrosion-resistant, and built to last. I use it to finish bracelets securely—it snaps shut cleanly and stays in place without tugging or loosening.
Stainless Steel Lobster Clasps - 9mm, 12mm, 13mm, 15mm, 17mm, 33mm

Jewelry Design Board

Tools that help me plan and lay out bracelet designs. This jewelry board makes it easy to test bead combinations, measure wire, and visualize the final look before I start crafting. It’s a simple way to stay organized and intentional with each piece.
 
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This Jewelry board allows you to design necklaces up to 52" long, add accurately sized bracelets, and craft a pair of matching earrings - all on this one tray! Perfect for when you're short on space (or money). It has recessed channels and compartme...
Necklace & Bracelet Design Board

Glass Beads

Glass seed beads are a staple in shimmer-safe jewelry design especially if you are looking for something that’s long lasting and shower-safe. There are endless possibilities for layering, spacing, and adding pops of color to your jewelry designs. Whe...
 
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A vibrant mix of glass seed beads in a rainbow of colors—perfect for adding playful detail to bracelets, necklaces, and bead loom designs. This bulk pack includes approximately 10,000 pieces in assorted sizes and shades like red, orange, green, blue,...
Cousin DIY Bright Rainbow Glass Seed Bead Value Bulk Pack
 
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A soft mix of pink glass and acrylic beads ranging from 2mm to 18mm—perfect for adding subtle texture and playful shimmer to your stash. I use these for testing color contrast and bead weight, especially when experimenting outside my usual silver-ton...
Glass Bead Mix-Pink Glass Acrylic Beads in size 2mm-18mm
 
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These clear round Bitsy crystals (6mm–20mm) offer high-shimmer clarity and elegant weight—perfect for testing light reflection and layering effects. I use them to explore shimmer combinations and durability before finalizing my stainless steel rhines...
Clear Round High Quality Bitsy Crystal in size 6mm-20mm

Creative Bracelet Making Kit for kids

A collection of beginner-friendly jewelry kits I recommend for kids who love sparkle, creativity, and hands-on fun. These sets are perfect for inspiring imagination, building confidence, and introducing the joy of bracelet-making in a safe, colorful ...
 
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This all-in-one charm bracelet kit includes sparkling beads, pendants, and easy-to-use bracelet bases—perfect for kids ages 6–12. I love gifting this to little ones who want to explore jewelry-making without tools or glue. It’s packaged in a unicorn ...
COO&KOO Charm Bracelet Making Kit for kids
 
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This colorful bracelet-making kit includes over 750 beads in a variety of shapes, sizes, and finishes—perfect for tweens and teens who love to design, layer, and express themselves. With five styles of alphabet beads, elastic cording, embroidery flos...
ABC Fashion Bead Bracelet Maker – 750+ Pieces of Creative Fun