Many people become jewelry makers without formal training or education. About 1/3 of jewelers work independently or from home. In some cases, they make jewelry as part of a side business or hobby. In other cases, jewelry making is their full-time career. However, the costs and risks to this path can be quite large. Keep in mind that start-up costs of jewelry making include:  Business and self-employment taxes Fees to show your wares at shows or conventions Renting a workspace Equipment for metalsmithing, gem-setting, etc. Supplies (metal, beads, charms, tools, etc.) Fees to maintain a website or collect payments online Work at a local jewelry store until you have enough capital and experience to start your own business. In order to succeed, you will have to understand the jewelry making business thoroughly, including fashion trends, business expenses, the time involved in making large amounts of jewelry, and sound construction techniques. It is wise for you to become independent only after you have learned the industry backwards and forwards. If, however, you hope to make jewelry as a side business or hobby, there are fewer risks involved and you can simply jump right into making your craft. Jewelry design encompasses as many styles as there are tastes. It's possible to specialize in anything from baroque style jewelry to minimalist jewelry to charm bracelets to body jewelry. Perhaps you love to create vivid, colorful, 3D printed necklaces. Or perhaps you love making steampunk necklaces with octopus pendants. Or perhaps you are passionate about making eco-friendly jewelry out of recycled materials. Concentrate on the style you enjoy most and that allows you to express your creativity while still making saleable jewelry. Though many people initially plan to become designers, some discover that they have a talent for fabricating others' designs or repairing jewelry. Be honest with yourself and select the field you enjoy most. There are countless types of jewelry that you could consider making yourself. Some of these can be high-cost and require specialized equipment (such as setting your own diamond rings). Others are lower-cost and can be accomplished with supplies from any art supply store (such as resin pendants). A few kinds of jewelry that are feasible for independent jewelry makers include:  Custom engagement rings Charm bracelets Beaded earrings, necklaces, and bracelets Jewelry made of carved wood or other eco-friendly materials Depending on the type of jewelry you wish to make as well as the amount you wish to create, your supplies will vary quite widely. Some jewelry makers require microscopes and welding equipment. Others might simply require paper and a simple silver-link chain. Consider carefully the supplies you need to  make the jewelry as well as the supplies you might need in order to ship your jewelry safely to clients. If you plan to sell large amount of jewelry, you should develop a relationship with a wholesale provider of jewelry supplies such as metals, chains, gems, and beads. They can provide your supplies at a lower cost. Many jewelry makers advertise their creations on large websites such as Etsy or Ebay. However, it can be difficult to use web-based clients as your sole source of revenue. Consider other in-person and digital ways to advertise your wares and grow your client base. This will be an important part of your business plan as a jewelry maker. These might include:  Art fairs or conventions Charity events Social networking websites and events Demonstrations or classes you might offer locally

Summary: Understand the start-up costs of jewelry entrepreneurship. Consider working for an employer before striking out on your own. Choose your style. Choose your specialty. Purchase necessary supplies. Develop a client base.


To make a handheld catapult using a plastic spoon, you need to gather a few supplies.  Plastic spoon Old fashioned clothes pin (clothes pin with a round top) Electrical tape Glue gun Squeeze hot glue into the clothespin in between the two prongs of the clothespin. Insert the handle end of the spoon in between the two prongs and into the glue. Hold firmly for 30 seconds for the glue to set. Wrap electrical tape around the outside of the clothespin where the spoon attaches. This will give the catapult some extra support. Use small items like marshmallows or pom poms to launch with your catapult. Hold your catapult with the clothespin side down and the spoon end up. Put the projectile in the spoon, gently bend it back, and launch. Try setting up a bucket or target to aim at.

Summary: Collect your supplies. Glue the spoon to the clothespin. Tape the clothespin. Use your catapult.


Click or double-click the Chrome app icon, which resembles a red, yellow, green, and blue sphere. It's in the top-right corner of the window. A drop-down menu will appear. This is near the bottom of the drop-down menu. Selecting it prompts a pop-out menu. You'll find this in the pop-out menu. If Chrome asks you to update, click Update Google Chrome and wait for the update to install. If Google Chrome is up to date, skip this step and the next one. Once the update finishes installing, you'll see this button. Clicking it closes and re-opens Chrome. Go back to your video and click the "full-screen" icon in the bottom-right corner of the player window. Your video should now play in full-screen mode. If your video still isn't playing in full-screen mode, try one of the remaining steps in this method. Restoring default settings may fix the full-screen problem, though keep in mind it will also remove your current settings:  Click ⋮ in the top-right corner. Click Settings. Scroll down and click Advanced. Scroll down and click Restore settings to their original defaults. Click Reset settings when prompted. and then reinstall it. This will help you force a Chrome update if you know one is available but Chrome isn't updating. You can reinstall Chrome by going to https://www.google.com/chrome/, clicking Download Chrome, clicking Accept and Install, double-clicking the downloaded setup file, and clicking through the on-screen prompts.
Summary: Open  Google Chrome. Click ⋮. Select Help. Click About Google Chrome. Allow the update to install if prompted. Click Relaunch when possible. Try using YouTube in full-screen mode. Reset Chrome to default settings. Uninstall Google Chrome