I've got lots of shells collected from the beach, and would like to make earrings, necklaces, and mobiles with them. Is there a tool that craft people/jewellry makers use to make small holes? If so, can I get one?
2007-10-24 08:23:44 · 21 answers · asked by arfurdaley 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
a dremmell would work OK,but if you want something slower a pin drill would be just the thing.any craft ,model or tool shop will be able to supply one to suit your needs.drill bits are sold in sets and range from 0.3mm to 1.6mm.pin drills are worked by hand and you can go as fast or as slow as you want.one other thing;they are a lot cheaper than a dremmell and nobody tries to borrow them.
2007-10-24 08:40:14 · answer #1 · answered by john b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While a dremel is certainly suitable for the task (and good if you're on a budget), if you are interested in getting into more serious jewelry making (and willing to spend a bit more) a flexible shaft can't be beat. It has the hand held convenience of a dremel, with a bit more power and a fair bit more precision. You also have a great deal more control. You can get them anywhere you can get jeweler's tools and equipment. Rio Grande carries the Foredom brand (very good), but they only sell to students and professionals. Contenti also carries them (not Foredom) and I don't think they have any such requirements. Theirs are also slightly cheaper.
2007-10-24 16:26:53 · answer #2 · answered by spunk113 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a Dremel tool with an assortment of drill bit sizes and other attachments. It is a "Principal" tool for the handy crafter. You can get a fair quality "knock off" for $20 bucks or less, but a Dremel will hold up to heavy use and will save you money in the long run.
2016-04-10 02:57:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hmmm i would say a dremmel with a very small bit. the high speed will help prevent breaking the shell. a drill might work also but not as well. small bits like to break easily too. so buy some extras.there are many options to this question a water jet
2007-10-24 08:28:00 · answer #4 · answered by cricketrider 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have several options. You can use a small drill, or a dremmel, or even a wood burner to just burn a hole into it. With everything except woodburning though, it helps to soak the shells in water to make them softer before making a hole in it, good luck
2007-10-24 17:19:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a dremmel they have bits and pieces for drilling polishing etc before drilling into a shell put a piece of stick paper over first this helps stop cracking
2007-10-24 08:33:14 · answer #6 · answered by country jenny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a dremel and a small drill bit 1/16th of an inch or 3mm HSS ( High Speed Steel ) you'll be making holes in no time.
Good luck!!
2007-10-24 08:31:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Dremmel kit with a hand held tool with all sorts of small accessories for handicrafts.
2007-10-24 08:27:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a dremmel. It has so many attachments that can be used for the fiddly stuff like jewellery making/model making etc
2007-10-24 08:26:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dremel
2007-10-24 08:26:51 · answer #10 · answered by Steve C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋