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10 Best Tools for Beginner Wreath Makers
Are you wanting to start making wreaths but confused by all the choices when it comes to picking out the best tools for wreath makers? Looking to buy the best tools for a beginner wreath maker on your gift list? Let me help you! I wasted SO much money starting out!! I tried to save money…But I ended up spending more money. I bought the wrong tools. And I bought those that didn’t last.
I will try to help you from making the same mistakes with my list of tools a beginner wreath maker should have.
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Here Is My List of Best Tools for Beginner Wreath Makers…
- Surebonder High Temp Hot Glue Gun
As I thought about making a list of best tools for beginner wreath makers, my glue gun was top of my list! I have tried A LOT of glue guns and this one is a winner! First off, it is cordless. This allows you to get deep into your project and not have to worry about the cord limiting your reach or even dragging over your flowers or attachments and pulling them off. Also, the glue that drips from this glue gun is minimal. I have had so many that have dripped a steady stream all over my table.
- Gorilla Hot Glue Sticks, Full Size, 8″ Long x .43″ Diameter, 20 Count, Clear
- Fiskars Classic Comfort Loop Rotary Cutter
- Fiskars Self Healing Rotary Cutting Mat, 24×36 Inch
I use my cutting mat for more than cutting mesh with my rotary cutter. While I am creating I use this to measure my bow loops to be sure they are even. I also use the grid lines to align and level my signs. Also while I am doing my Facebook videos, viewers are always asking the size of my supplies. I can easily use my mat instead of finding my tape measure.
- Westcott Titanium Bonded Scissors, 8″ Bent
I underestimated the importance of having a good pair of scissors when I first started out wreath making. Then about 2 years own I HAD to replace mine. OMG! I hadn’t realized how much effort I was using to cut multiple ribbons at one time!! So much so that I gave myself a pretty nasty cut when they sliced so easily through my ribbon. It caught me completely off guard. A good pair of scissor will give you more crisp edges to your ribbon. You don’t have too spend a lot for a nice pair either. Mine were less than $15, the day this was written they were on sale for $8.34…cant beat that!
- EZ BOW MAKER
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- Floral Wire 26 gauge
I use this to tie my bows and to secure (and sometimes sew) items to my wreaths. The 26 gauge is my preference for bow making as it allows me to twist more easily to make a really tight center for bows. Remember, the smaller the number the larger diameter the wire. For example, 26 gauge is thinner than 24 gauge.
- Wooden Floral Picks
- Floral Tape
- Elite Cuisine 7-Inch Non-Stick Electric Skillet with Glass Lid
This is the last of my list but not because it is least important! It took me years before I was convinced to try a skillet for my glue. I was finally at a wreath workshop and there were no glue guns available and I was sold! Not only is it quicker to use, I have virtually ended my blisters from hot glue! You cn adjust temps to melt the glue but it is not so hot to cause severe burns. Oh and don’t forget to put heat pad under it sir you don’t burn your table top. I use a 12 x 12″ piece of ceramic tile for this.
And there you have it!
- These tools should get any beginner wreath maker started. Hopefully you will find this list helpful as a guide. Remember that those of us you see on Facebook or other places on the internet, have been building our supplies over years…Do not feel you need to purchase everything at once! Try your hand at this craft for a while. That way, if you decide wreath making is not for you, you won’t have invested too much cash.
- But hear my warning… If you develop a passion for wreath making like I have, you’d better hide your checkbook!
- Do you have a favorite tool not on my list?
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