Making pendants at home is a fun and creative hobby that can also become a small business. Whether you want to create simple charm pendants, beaded pendants, resin pendants, or gemstone pendant necklaces, the right tools make the process easier and the final jewellery look more professional.

If you are just starting out, don’t worry—you don’t need expensive equipment. In this guide by

The Bead Shop website, we’ll cover the essential beginner tools needed to make pendants at home, plus a few optional tools that help you level up.

Why Jewellery-Making Tools Are Important

Many beginners try to make pendants using hands only, but proper tools are needed because:

• they help you work faster and neatly
• they reduce mistakes like broken chains and weak jump rings
• they improve finishing and durability
• they make your pendants look store-quality

Even basic tools can make a huge difference in your jewellery results.

1. Flat Nose Pliers (Must-Have)

Flat nose pliers are one of the most important tools for pendant making. They are used to hold jump rings, bend wires, and fix jewellery components.

Best uses:

• holding small parts
• closing jump rings tightly
• gripping pendant findings

This tool is a must for every beginner jewellery kit.