An AuDHD Creative's Favorite Projects List
This might be a forever growing and expanding list! There are so many fun things to create, and some hobbies have supply cross-overs!
Polymer Clay Essentials
Polymer clay is an amazing, fun, and versatile hobby. From jewelry to accessories to sculptures, there are few (if any) limits to what you can create!
I love Sculpey Premo! It's easy to work with and has a good margin for error as a beginner.
Translucent is my favorite! The possibilities are endless!
The last of my staples!
Here's a good starter pack of colors.
You'll need these! This is a great, cost-effective pack.
These are very handy! I use the smaller ones to make my holes for jump rings, and the bigger ones to make my round pieces.
This is very useful for a wide variety of techniques and styles!
This is so helpful for conditioning and giving you even slabs with the right thickness.
Some projects may require these, so it's good to have them on hand!
Don't forget your cutters! This is a good variety pack.
Another good variety pack of cutters.
Here's a good pack of hypoallergenic posts and backs.
Hypoallergenic French Hooks
Hypoallergenic Earring Hooks
Foil flakes are a fun addition to any clay project!
You can't go wrong with more foil flakes!
Mica powders are very helpful for pigmenting your clay!
Another great addition.
Bead & Wire Essentials
Prices are from 8/1/24.
$6.88 + tax & applicable shipping. I recommend getting 2 of these; one to hold what your working on and the other to do what you need to do.
Currently on sale! $13.73 + tax & applicable shipping. This is a great tool for planning your project & holding your beads.
$11.98 + tax & applicable shipping. Great for storing and organizing your seed beads, small bead, findings, charms, & more!
$2.00 + tax & applicable shipping. 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 ...
$20.99 + tax & applicable shipping. 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...
$10.00 + tax & applicable shipping. 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!
$7.47 + tax & applicable shipping. 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...
$8.19 + tax & applicable shipping. 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
$2.00 + tax & applicable shipping.
$8.45 + tax & applicable shipping. 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.
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.$2.43 + tax & applic...
$2.04 + tax & applicable shipping. 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 i...
$5.27 + tax & applicable shipping. Don't forget your split rings in case you want to make your own keychains!
$7.35 + tax & applicable shipping. 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!
$16.99 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. Here's a great beginner pack if you're more interested in the jewelry side of wire and bead art.
$12.86 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. 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!
$15.61 + tax & applicable shipping. This is a great collection of seed beads, charms and findings!
$5.94 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. This is a must have if you're wanting to stitch or fringe with seed beads.
$7.99 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. You'll need these needles for stitched beading patterns & making beaded fringe.
Stained Glass Essentials
Prices are from 8/1/24
$82.88 + tax & free shipping. A glass grinder is essential, and, thankfully, affordable! You can always upgrade later as you dive deeper
$12.50 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. Unless you have a Cricut or a Silhouette or other cutting machine, you'll need a pair of these to cut your pattern. You can use regular scissors, but these take the solder lines into account with e...
$22.99 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. This is a great starter kit of glass cutting tools! Don't forget your oil…
$9.98 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. Don't forget this! It will lubricate your glass cutter for easy gliding while you make your cuts.
$7.99 + tax & applicable shipping. Make sure you do your research and get the right size for the glass you choose to use!
$3.99 + tax & applicable shipping. These will protect your fingers while you grind AND solder.
$23.49 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. Do your research to find the solder that will match your project needs. Don't use lead solder for jewelry and other specialty projects that will have prolonged exposure with skin or other sensitive...
$29.99 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. Make sure your soldering iron has temperature specific levels. You'll need different temperatures for different techniques!
$13.38 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. Flux ensures your solder sticks to your copper foil!
$13.62 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. Patina changes the look of your finished solder, in this case, it will be black instead of silver.
$12.89 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. Patina changes the color of the solder, in this case, making it look like copper instead of silver.
$5.95 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. These brushes are used to apply flux to your copper tape for soldering.
$32.99 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. This will catch and hold all of the tiny pieces of glass that will come off when you're cutting!
$17.77 + tax & free shipping on orders over $35. This adorable little tool provides an easy grip on your glass while you're grinding and saves your fingers!