You can make a lot of jewelry without any hammers at all, but if you’ve decided you’d like to get into wire working then you’ll definitely want to get yourself a chasing hammer.
In upcoming videos I’ll talk about other hammers that you may want to try, but a chasing hammer is the first you should add your tool kit.
I just love the effects that you can get hammering out wire, changing the shape of the cross-section of the wire, and especially the look of texturing with the rounded end.
In the video I’ll show you the basics. The chasing hammer I use is by Beady Buddy and I got it at my local craft store. Amazon has this chasing hammer
You can read all about Fretz tools on RioGrande.com. They are wonderful quality, but you’ve gotta save those pennies! 🙂
Enjoy the video and happy creating.
You can watch the Friday Findings-Chasing Hammers video over at YouTube.
Cool! That also would be fun to use. It’s a shame that an Amazon reviewer gave it one star due to the packaging, not the product.
Well, she also said the face of the hammer was flat, not domed, which it should be. Sound like she got the wrong product.
I’ve learned to discount some reviews. You know, like the ones from crazy people who have nothing better to do all day than leave lengthy negative reviews. 🙂