Reddit reviews Beadalon AWP-20-BTD Artistic Wire 20-Gauge Buy-The-Dozen, 12-Pack
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Colored artistic wire12 vibrant colorsAll one gauge per packageWorks in any project from jewelry to paper craftsStandard or silver plated colors
Hey, sorry I forgot to post stuff the other day after work.
Beading wire: Soft Flex and Beadalon are both pretty commonly used things available on Amazon and at Michaels. The gauge really depends on what kind of beads you're buying. Basically, if you're going to be getting bigger chunkier beads, you can get a thicker wire, but if you plan on getting tinier more delicate beads, get thinner wire.
Also, this kind of thing could be fun to play with: http://www.amazon.com/Artistic-20-Gauge-Buy-The-Dozen-Various-12-Pack/dp/B0044JPQV6/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1418016827&sr=8-5&keywords=beading+wire
Firemountaingems.com is also a great place for beaders. Looks like they have a bunch of stuff $10 and under right now as "stocking stuffers." They have tools and organizers! You could totally get one of the organizers to put all the little clasps and jump rings in and stuff.
Speaking of Jump-rings: I think about 6mm should be good, unless you plan on getting pretty big beads, than you could go for bigger jump rings.
Clasps: I think springrings are the cheapest, lobster claw clasps look a little cleaner IMO, and Toggle clasps can become a beautiful addition to the actual design of bracelets and necklaces.
Chain-nose Pliers, Round-nose pliers, wire side-cutter, crimper