Ask the Experts Basic Jewelry-Making Tools Q&A

What tools do I need to make jewelry?

When you're first starting out in jewelry-making, a good set of tools to have on hand are: round-nose pliers, chain-nose pliers, flat-nose pliers, and a good set of wire cutters. I would recommend that you spend as much as possible on the tools you choose—the difference in results between economy and professional tools can be significant.