Tuesday 28 June 2011

Making Fused Glass Jewelry

Making Making Fused Glass Jewelry  is a popular and rewarding hobby for many people. It can however be confusing to beginners who are just starting out. This article will introduce you to the various tools and materials you will need to get your jewelry making hobby started.
SETTING UP YOUR JEWELRY WORKSHOP
Whether you are making your own Making Fused Glass Jewelry  as a hobby or you are starting your own business making wire jewelry, you will need to have an area that will promote creativity and enable you to concentrate. Spend some time planning and organizing your jewelry making workshop now so that you will be more productive when you get started.
Many of us do not have the luxury of a private workshop where we can escape from the noise and interruptions of our busy homes. This doesn't mean you should lose hope and give up on your wire jewelry making dreams, it just means you will need to be a bit more creative with your space.
Try to find a place that is as private as possible, away from phones, televisions and other interruptions. Perhaps you can clear a space out in your garage or attic. Maybe you have a corner of a guest room or a spot in your basement.



You will also need a way to organize and store all of your Making Fused Glass Jewelry  making tools and supplies as well as a surface or bench to work on.Making Fused Glass Jewelry benches can be expensive, so if you cannot afford one, visit a used furniture outlet, flea market, or good will outlet and purchase a bench there. Look for a sturdy solid wood desk that is wide and deep enough to give you plenty of space to work on. If it doesn't have drawers, you can purchase an affordable organizer with drawers at any home improvement store. This can be used to store your supplies.
You will also need a chair. You should take your time when shopping for a chair as you will spend a lot of time sitting at your desk. You will want a chair that is comfortable and has wheels so you can conveniently slide around your workspace.
If you are unable to invest any money right now into buying your furniture, don't let that stop you. Your kitchen table will work as a descent substitute. Many beginners get started that way.
WIRE JEWELRY MAKING SUPPLIES
Pliers
There are a wide assortment of pliers and cutters available for wire jewelry artists and each tool has its own purpose. Most professional and experienced Making Fused Glass Jewelry  artists will normally have a big collection of these tools on hand, but for a beginner it is not necessary. You will only need a few to get started. Pliers are made with various nose shapes and some are made fitted with springs. Springs enable the artist to control tension on the wire. Pliers are also available with nylon jaws that prevent scratching on the wire.

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