Whether it is before or during the new school year, buying school supplies on a budget is not hard to do. You can find supplies for all grades for under five dollars! This way you can get your child what he or she needs for school and still save money. To help you out, here is a list of school supplies for under five dollars.

A hub about how to create a beader's toolbox. I have a detailed list of items that you should include. I primarily use beadweaving and simple wire techniques so my toolbox caters to these specific skill sets. I have additional suggestions for beaders who use other techniques (wire wrapping, stringing, etc.). I include tips for making your toolbox travel friendly as well as links for other hubs on this topic and Amazon resources.

First thing's first.... you will need POLYMER CLAY! You will need a pasta machine, yes a pasta machine, because you need to roll your clay through this machine in order to mix the colors, like for example make a skinner blend.