If you're looking to start a new hobby, look no further! These items give you more bang for your buck! Bead & wire art is an incredibly versatile undertaking. There are literally endless possibilities to what you can make, which is why I've chose...
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Level 1 Beads
Level 1 Tools
Level 1 Wire
Level 1 Jewelry Findings
Level 1 Frames
Level 1 Combo Packs
Level 1 Beads
Great packs for beginners! These Level 1 packs and strands are great on a budget!
This seed bead pack provides a great assortment of colors and sizes for any project
Cousin DIY Seed Bright Mix Acrylic Bead Value Bulk Pack, Green, Red, Yellow, and more, 10000+ Pieces
This gorgeous pack provides great statement beads to any project!
Jesse James Brand Beads Mixed Media Bead Mix in Coral, 14 Piece
This gorgeous pack provides great statement beads to any project!
Jesse James Beads Glass Spacer Beads, Sewing Fastener Beads, Blue
This brightly colored pack provides a fun assortment of colors to fit into any color palette as filler and statement beads
Jesse James Brand Beads Mixed Media, Mixed Materials, Rainbow
This bead strand has beautiful statement beads for any project and also has great complimentary colors to help for inspiration
Jesse James Brand Beads 7 inch Aqua Glass Unisex Bead Strand
Pearl beads are great fillers for various projects! I use them most in my cluster pieces, but I started using them in my Tree of Life decor and jewelry.
Archer 150Pcs/Bag 3-8mm Faux Pearl Beads Perforated Jewelry Making Accessories Plastic Earring Necklaces Imitation Pearls for Home
This pack offers a great assortment of statement and filler beads!
Cousin DIY Mega Tub Acrylic Bead Mix, Red, Green, Blue, Orange, Unisex, 1200+ Pieces
I love adding metal beads for a little extra pizzaz!
NBEADS About 320 Pcs 4mm Brass Spacer Beads, 4 Colors Round Metal Loose Beads Long-Lasting Plated Smooth Loose Beads for DIY Jewelry Making Findings, Hole: 1.5mm
Some more metallic pizzaz additions
25Pcs DIY Jewelry Beads DIY Crafts Metal Beads for Necklace Earrings Bracelet Making
This is a great assortment of statement and filler beads.
Jesse James Brand Beads Mixed Media Mini Bead Mix, Mixed Material, Red & Gold
I love adding (sometimes sneaking) these little skull beads into some of my projects! Sometimes, you've gotta add a little bit of spice.
1 Strand W Turquoise Carved Skull Spacer Beads 13x10mm 30pcs
This is a great pack of metallic beads with a variety of shapes!
ARTDOT Gold Beads for Jewelry Making, 1740 PCS
This is one of the best packs of statement and filler beads I've found for this list! AND, they have 25 different color packs to choose from!
Assorted Glass Resin Beads for Jewelry Making
Bicone beads are great for great additions to projects. Their facets add a nice light catching feature.
INSPIRELLE 2400pcs 4mm Multicolor Bicone Beads
This is such a fun pack of spacer beads!
500 Pcs Silver Spacer Beads for Jewelry Making
This is a gorgeous pack of statement and filler beads, and they have 36 other options to choose from!
2.3 oz Czech Bohemia Glass Beads Mix, Turquoise
Don't sleep on wood beads! These are particularly gorgeous, and will keep your finished piece from getting too heavy.
YUEAON 200pcs 10mm Natural Painted Wood Beads
Another great pack of spacer beads!
Tibetan Silver Spacer Beads for Jewelry Making
Don't forget your classic pearl beads! This pack gives you 5 different sizes to add elegance to any piece.
1950 Pcs Pearl Beads with Hole, 5 Size Pearls
Don't forget your clear glass beads! These are great to use for suncatchers or adding them to any piece to catch the light and some sparkle.
Tetutor 1500pcs Assorted Crystal Glass Beads
Here's another great pack for suncatcher projects!
KINGSHINE Faceted Rondelle Glass Beads 1000pcs
Level 1 Tools
Handy tools for beginners on a budget! I still use these tools today, but I have had to replace them over a few times over the years.
This was my first tool! You'll want to get 2: one to grip smaller projects and one to smooth/loop/flatten/cut. You won't always need both for every project, but you'll want to have double just in case! Otherwise, you'll have to get creative or hurt y...
iWork 3-IN-1 Craft Tool
This is a great kit for planning and measuring necklaces and bracelets! It also has a couple tray options to keep your beads separated and organized.
I love using these to keep my beads together on projects!
Everything Mary 10 Compartment Plastic Bead Storage Box, Teal (Single)
This is a great organizer for seed beads, small beads, small charms, and findings (jump rings, clasps, head & eye pins, etc)!
64 Grids Diamond Painting Boxes, TSV Clear Plastic Organizer Box, 5D Diamond Embroidery Accessories Storage Container with Adjustable Dividers for Art Craft, Nail Diamonds, Bead Storage
Level 1 Wire
24 Gauge wire is my tried-and-true go-to for most projects, and it's great for beginners. Remember: the higher the number, the smaller the gauge, and the lower the number, the thicker the gauge. For example, 16 gauge is a very thick and sturdy gauge ...
DIY 24 Gauge Metal Beading Wire, 20 ft, Silver
This is a great deal! I love to match my wire as closely to my project as possible for a more seamless look. While 24 gauge is my go-to size, 26 gauge is my backup! It's always great to have multiple gauges and colors, and it doesn't hurt to get an e...
10 Pack Jewelry Beading Wire with Cutting Pliers, DaKuan Craft Wire Jewelry Beading Wire Tarnish Resistant Copper Wire for Jewelry Making (26 Gauge)
Level 1 Jewelry Findings
This is a great pack to have on hand! If you're like me, you'll want to have some of these in your arsenal because you'll never know what you feel like creating!
Naler 120Pcs Lobster Clasps + 900 Iron Jump Rings for Jewelry Making Findings Accessories,Multicolor
Jump rings are a must for a lot of different projects. It's best to get a variety pack like this to ensure you're covered for a wide range of projects. This link has different finish options to match any project!
200x 4/5/6/7/8/9/10mm Metal Jump Split Rings Open Connectors Jewelry Findings
This is another option if you don't like lobster clasps. I like using these for necklaces because they can be easier than the clasps
OUNONA 5 Bags 100pcs Jewerly Clasps Barrel Screw Type Clasp for Necklace Bracelet Chain DIY Jewellery Making (14x4mm As shown)
Another clasp option
Cousin Metal Silver Spring Ring Set, 20 Piece
A great option for those who struggle with dexterity or arthritis. The bar simply slides through the ring and stays snug. These can also enhance the final look.
Toggle Clasp, Alloy Toggle Clasp, Vintage Handcrafted Toggle Clasp For DIY Hobbyists Jewelry Making
Eye pins are great for stacking beads! You can use one eye for a dangle and the other to connect to a jump ring or earring, etc. Or, you can keep the stack horizontal and use both eyes to attach in a necklace or bracelet, etc.
100pcs 21Ga Open Eye Pins Silver Plated 1.2-Inch Beading Supplies
Head pins are great for a stand alone stack of beads or even just a single dangling bead. Be prepared, though, because some beads might have a larger hole that the head can still slip through. An easy solution is to use a matching seed bead or spacer...
100pcs 21Ga T-Pins Silver Plated 1-Inch Head Pins
Don't forget your split rings in case you want to make your own keychains!
100pcs Split Rings 10mm External Diameter Stainless Steel Key Chain Rings for Making Crafts
Level 1 Frames
Don't forget your metal hoops! I use these for my Tree of Life pieces, cluster wreaths, and so much more! My personal arsenal includes 1" to 19" hoops!
Realeather Crafts Zinc Metal Rings-5" 4/Pkg
Level 1 Combo Packs
Here's a great beginner pack if you're more interested in the jewelry side of wire and bead art.
QUEFE 14400pcs 72 Colors 3mm Glass Seed Beads Kit
This super fun pack of clay beads just went on my wish list! I can't wait to get it and make some really fun pieces!