Tools:

Flush Cutter for flex wire

Crimping Tool - recommend standard crimp tool for beginners

Chain nose pliers (if using a clasp that requires jump rings, such as a toggle or lobster clasp)

Beading mat or beading board

Bead Stoppers

Materials:

Beads -enough for two pieces (necklace and bracelet or two bracelets)

Flex wire - either .014 or .018 diameter, 49 strand.  Wire needs to be correct size for the beads so if in doubt bring both or get wire when you come to class

Crimp beads - 2x2 crimp cylinders, either sterling or gold filled

Crimp Covers - 3mm (optional, but recommended)

Clasps -one for each project

Soldered jump rings - two if using a lobster clasp, one if using a toggle clasp

Open Jump Ring - one if using a toggle clasp

***All materials and tools are available for purchase at Root's Beads.  If not sure what you need, bring what you have and please wait until you get here to purchase any other items so that you will have exactly what you need.

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