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Hot Dot Designs By Carolyne Brennan
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Jewellery & Beading Tools/Cutters/Hammers/Anvils/Artistic Wire/ Wig-Jigs

There are millions of tools on the market today for Jewellery making and Beading.
Below you will find a selection of tools to assist you in your own creations.
The tools below are those Carolyne chooses to work with when creating her own designs or teaching in the Studio workshop environment.
Featuring Carolyne’s signature Zebra Print (as seen in magazines and TV), tools are available individually or as part of a set.

Zebra Tools Testimonial
To whom it may concern
I have been at Carolyne's school of design since February 2008. When I started I had tools from other sources which I gradually began to replace with the Zebra Tools. They are not only fantastic to look at but are very easy on your hands and the perfect size for women. In Carolyne's Classes we do a great deal of wire work and I have also purchased Lindstrom cutters. They are great-cut!! & cut cleanly every time and save me time cup burring etc! I have not had to replace or return any Zebra Tools unlike other tools that I purchased i.e. Flat nose pliers that have been replaced now five times!
 I think the Zebra Tools are very well designed and made. 
The Zebra Tools are Definitely worth buying.
 Yours sincerely
 Moira Armstrong 
24/06/2010.
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ZEBRA TOOL KIT ZEBRA TOOL KIT Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces The Zebra Tool Kit. Classy Chic zippered flat style purse with room for the addition of extra tools. This is a beautiful precision state of the art Tool Kit Set consists of * 1 Round nose pliers * 1 Bent nose plies * 1 Chain nose pliers * 1 Flat nose pliers * 1 Pr of Crimpers * 1 Pr of cutters * 1 Pr Nylon Jaw pliers *1 extra set of replacement Jaws for Nylon Jaw pliers * 1 pair of tweezers * 1 Metal Ruler. If you are making jewellery for hours at a time, then this is the tool set for you. It is easy on your hands; Design minimizes muscular tension in repeated use. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles which is important in summer; little pressure is needed to grip your work. It not only looks fabulous they are great tools!! The Zebra’s are designed for your custom use for right or left hander’s. Made of high quality brushed steel with box joints and spring release grips can be purchased separately or save by purchasing a set as you have this beautiful zip purse to store and protect them click to view large image CODE: ZTK $210.00 (incl GST) qty

Baby Drill & Mandrel Set Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Baby Drill & Mandrel Set.Girls now you can have your own baby Drill! This baby drill comes with 8 mandrels it's light & is designed for making jump rings for chain maille & or encased coils for you pendants & beads. Charge it up and you are ready to go. Baby Drill available in Pink only mandrel sizes 8.0, 6.0, 5.0, 4.0, 3.0, 2.5, 2.0 and 1.0mm. Each mandrel has a standard hexagonal fitting and is now available with longer mandrel lengths. Order your baby drill now and receive a free pattern on how to make a great pair of wire coiled earrings designed by Carolyne Oval mandrels also available click to view large image CODE: BDMS $145.00 (incl GST) qty

Lindstrom Cutter Large Lindstrom Cutter Large micro bevel. These are cutters are Heavy duty cutters for those that are more into wire work & are cutters that Carolyne uses for all wire work from 18 gauge up. Cutters are a personal thing and they all have their uses but these cutters in my opinion are superb. An important thing to remember with wire work is the cleaner the cut the less Time & work spent on finishing. Ergonomic handles click to view large image CODE: LCL $138.00 (incl GST) qty

Lindstrom Cutter small Lindstrom Cutter small micro bevel. These are cutters for those that are more into wire work & are cutters that Carolyne uses for all wire work from 20 gauge down. Cutters are a personal thing and they all have there uses but these cutters in my opinion are superb. An important thing to remember with wire work is the cleaner the cut the less Time & work spent on finishing.Ergonomic handles click to view large image CODE: LCS $118.00 (incl GST) qty

Wig- jig olympus-lite Wig- jig olympus-lite The Olympus Lite is the perfect jig for the beginner. Place the Jig on a pattern, place the pegs and wrap the wire to form a design. Includes Transparent Jig (238 holes) 10 metal pegs and wire designing tip. click to view large image CODE: WJOL $49.95 (incl GST) qty

Wig-Jig Centaur The Centaur combines the round hole pattern of the WigJig Cyclops with the square hole pattern of the Wig-Jig Delphi. The Centaur has smaller pegs and closer hole spacing of the WigJig Cyclops and Delphi so it is excellent for making jewellery wire components. click to view large image CODE: WJC $89.00 (incl GST) qty

Wig-Jig Delphi The Delphi has smaller pegs and closer holes than the Olympus and Olympus-Lite. This is a great addition to the Olympus jigs it will give you more variation when making matching sets of jewellery. e.g. smaller earring components can be made on the Delphi click to view large image CODE: WJD $49.00 (incl GST) qty

Anvil & Hammer set Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Special bonus offer. Metal anvil small comes with leather square & Metal general use wooden handle Hammer. Use this hammer to beat metals flat & or to texture the wire surface(can be used for Artistic Wire). This is a popular size for jewellery-making. Anvil Dimensions 60x60mm x 8mm height click to view large image CODE: AMHS $50.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra Nylon Jaw Pliers Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Zebra tools Nylon Jaw Pliers. Nylon Jaw Pliers are used for hardening artistic wire and straightening any other wire, such as head and eye pins that may be bent. They may also be used to hold work that would normally scratch. These pliers are a must when working with wire. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles. (Extra jaws available sold separately) click to view large image CODE: ZNJP $33.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra 3 step Pliers flat edge Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Zebra tools 3 step Pliers flat edge. 3 step pliers flat edge are for those that are having a little trouble with making the same size loops & eyes when making eye pins. These pliers are stepped in three sizes for consistency & a professional look. They are an added bonus when working with a Jig. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles click to view large image CODE: ZP3SPF $28.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra 3 step Pliers Concave Edge Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Zebra tools 3 step Pliers concave edge. These pliers are similar to the 3 step flat edge pliers the difference being that the non stepped edge of the pliers are concave, they will actually make the loop for you. This is a wonderful tool and will take all of the hard work out of eye pin & loop making. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles click to view large image CODE: ZP3SPC $28.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra Wooden Ring Mandrel Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces the Zebra Wooden ring mandrel. It is ideal for making fashion rings with artistic wire. Because it is wood it will not mark the wire while you are working it. The mandrel is in a zip Zebra print carry case. A must have if you want to make wire embellished rings!! click to view large image CODE: ZPWRM $42.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra Reamer & Cup Bur Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces the Zebra Reamer & Cup Bur Deluxe Diamond Bead Reamer with 3 tips in our Zebra print.This is a handy tool for making the holes in your beads larger as some beads are inconsistent in size with their holes. The reamer can also be used to smooth a rough edge on the hole of the bead. Special bonus offer (save $19.95) the reamer now comes with cup bur attachment,your bur attachment will take off all Sharpe edges on your wire work. All attachments may be stored in the screw on end section of the reamer when not in use. (Extra burs available sold separately) click to view large image CODE: ZPR $38.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra Jump Ring Closing Pliers Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Zebra tools Jump Ring Closing Pliers These are great pliers when working with artistic wire, they will assist you in closing the jump ring just that little bit more for a professional look to you work. They will also assist you when closing beads that you have opened with the Designer Bead opener. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles click to view large image CODE: ZPJRCP $28.00 (incl GST) qty

Compact Daylight Lamp PORTABLE LAMP, WHITE Daylight’s classic portable lamp comes in a new design and a stunning ice white finish. This 13w mains operated lamp (75w equiv.) folds neatly together making it conveniently portable and a great lamp for using anywhere in your home. Energy saving All Daylight™ bulbs and tubes use 80% less energy. When you work with your lamp, you reduce your electricity bill and do your bit for the planet. 13w energy saving daylight PL tube. This Lamp is a must for all of you that work at night or do close work, you will be amazed at the difference good lighting makes !! • Height: 26cm • Weight: 1.3kg • Light: 13W click to view large image CODE: CLMP $129.95 (incl GST) qty

Flexlens on Mini-clip FLEXILENS ON MINI-CLIP Slim but powerful; this flexilens is ideal for clipping onto small frames or work surfaces. With a 9cm diameter lens with a 2cm higher magnification inset lens and flexible arm; giving you the detailed precision you need, exactly where you need it. • Arm length: 17.5cm (7 inches) • Lens diameter: 9cm (3˝ inches) • Lens magnification: 2.25x • Inset lens diameter: 2cm (1 inches) • Inset lens magnification: 4x click to view large image CODE: FMC $42.95 (incl GST) qty

Zebra Chain Nose Pliers Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Zebra tools Chain Nose Pliers.If you are making jewellery for hours at a time, then this is the tool for you. It is easy on your hands; Design minimizes muscular tension in repeated use. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles; little pressure is needed to grip your work. The Zebra’s are designed for use with either hand. Made of high quality brushed steel with box joints and spring release grips Can be purchased separately or save by purchasing a set as you have a beautiful zip purse to store and protect them. click to view large image CODE: ZPCNP $28.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra V Cutters Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Zebra V Cutters.If you are making jewellery for hours at a time, then this is the tool for you. It is easy on your hands; Design minimizes muscular tension in repeated use. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles; little pressure is needed to grip your work. The Zebra’s are designed for use with either hand.Made of high quality brushed steel with box joints and spring release grips Can be purchased separately or save by purchasing a set as you have a beautiful zip purse to store and protect them. click to view large image CODE: ZPVC $28.00 (incl GST) qty

Metal Anvil Large Metal anvil comes with leather square. This is used to harden artistic wire with a nylon hammer or use a metal hammer on the anvil for the beaten style in your work. Anvil Dimensions 70x70mm x 23mm height CODE: AVLL $50.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra Flat Nose Pliers Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Zebra tools Flat Nose Pliers.If you are making jewellery for hours at a time, then this is the tool for you. It is easy on your hands; Design minimizes muscular tension in repeated use. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles; little pressure is needed to grip your work. The Zebra’s are designed for use with either hand.Made of high quality brushed steel with box joints and spring release grips Can be purchased separately or save by purchasing a set as you have a beautiful zip purse to store and protect them. click to view large image CODE: ZPFNP $28.00 (incl GST) qty

Zebra Round Nose Pliers Hot Dot Designs by Carolyne Brennan introduces Zebra tools Round Nose Pliers. If you are making jewellery for hours at a time, then this is the tool for you. It is easy on your hands; Design minimizes muscular tension in repeated use. Comfort grip non slip ergonomic handles; little pressure is needed to grip your work. The Zebra’s are designed for use with either hand. Made of high quality brushed steel with box joints and spring release grips Can be purchased separately or save by purchasing a set as you have a beautiful zip purse to store and protect them. click to view large image CODE: ZPRNP $28.00 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 14 Gauge Artistic Wire Artistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. Black/Red/Aqua/Natural/Brown/Tinned Copper Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: GAUGE14 $25.00 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 16 Gauge GunMetal/Brown/Magenta Artistic Wire - 16 Gauge 25ft bag GunMetal/Brown/MagentaArtistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. GunMetal/Brown/Magenta Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: 16GMBM $25.00 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 18 Gauge Artistic Wire - 18 Gauge Artistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: GAUGE18 $10.50 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 20 Gauge Artistic Wire 20 gauge Artistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: GAUGE20 $10.50 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 22 Gauge Artistic Wire - 22 Gauge Artistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: GAUGE22 $10.50 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 24 Gauge Artistic Wire 24 gauge Artistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: GAUGE24 $10.50 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 26 Gauge Artistic Wire 26 gauge Artistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: GAUGE26 $10.50 (incl GST) qty

Spiral maker to fit Olympus lite/ Electra Make spirals quickly and easily without marks from pliers. The Spiral Maker is so simple that beginners can "spiral" in minutes. This model with additional holes provides even more variety for spiralling by using more than one wire. Have fun & be creative and try spiralling different gauges and colours of wire (1 per pack) click to view large image CODE: SMOE $20.00 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 16 Gauge Mint/Black/NTB Artistic Wire - 16 Gauge 25ft bag Artistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. Mint/Black/Non Tarnish Brass. Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: 16GBNT $25.00 (incl GST) qty

Artistic Wire - 16 Gauge Dark Blue/Td Copper/Aqua Artistic Wire - 16 Gauge 25ft bag Artistic Wire is permanent coloured copper wire that has many uses from scrapbooking to jewellery making & designing.It does not tarnish or change colour it is a great to use for your projects. It is available in a range of colours and finishes,we stock from 14 gauge through to 26 gauge. Use Artistic wire in conjunction with your Wig-Jigs for professional look and finish to your work, for a cleaner cut to all wire please have a look at the lindstrom cutters as the cleaner the cut to the wire the less finishing work you have to do. Remember you have to harden the wire see nylon hammer and anvil set. Dark Blue/Tinned Copper &Aqua Email with your colour choice click to view large image CODE: 16DBTC $25.00 (incl GST) qty

Spiral maker to fit Delphi/Centaur Make spirals quickly and easily without marks from pliers. The Spiral Maker is so simple that beginners can "spiral" in minutes. This model with additional holes provides even more variety for spiralling by using more than one wire. Have fun & be creative and try spiralling different gauges and colours of wire (1 per pack) click to view large image CODE: SMDC $20.00 (incl GST) qty

Extra metal pegs Delphi/Centaur Extra metal pegs will fit Delphi/Centaur (20 in a pack) click to view large image CODE: EXMPD $12.95 (incl GST) qty

Extra metal pegs Olympus/Electra Extra metal pegs to fit Olympus/Electra (10 pegs in this pack) click to view large image CODE: EXMPO $12.95 (incl GST) qty

Mixed super pegs Delphi/Centaur mixed size super pegs to fit Delphi/Centaur (set of six assorted sizes) click to view large image CODE: MSSPDC $29.95 (incl GST) qty

Mixed super pegs Olympus/Electra Mixed size super pegs to fit Olympus/Electra (set of six assorted sizes click to view large image CODE: MSSPOE $29.95 (incl GST) qty

Table Vice This is a great size Bench vice for the workshop not to big not to small. This sturdy vice has a rotating head with a small pad to harden your wire. Weight 2 kilos click to view large image CODE: TV $78.00 (incl GST) qty

French Wire (gold plate) French Wire FWGP Gold Plate 0.8mm (.032”) Also known as ‘Gimp’ and ‘Bullion,’ is used to cover and protect the cord or wire from friction and breakage at the clasp area. French Wire fortifies the thread and also gives the design a smart classy & professional finish. click to view large image CODE: FWGP $15.00 (incl GST) qty

French Wire (silver plate) French Wire FWSP Gold Plate 0.8mm (.032”) Also known as ‘Gimp’ and ‘Bullion,’ is used to cover and protect the cord or wire from friction and breakage at the clasp area.French Wire fortifies the thread and also gives the design a smart classy & professional finish. click to view large image CODE: FWSP $15.00 (incl GST) qty

E6000 Glue E-6000 is formulated to meet high performance requirements and permanently adheres to most all substrates and materials including: cement, hardwood, rubber, metal, glass, leather, vinyl, most plastics. Mable and many more surfaces. Always test a small area before full use on any project to ensure proper application technique and dry time. May be weakened by contact with certain highly plasticized materials Large size click to view large image CODE: E6000 $18.00 (incl GST) qty

G S Hypo Cement click to view large image CODE: GSHypo $15.00 (incl GST) qty

Loctite 401 click to view large image CODE: LOC401 $12.00 (incl GST) qty

Scrimp Screwdriver kit (gold plate) Scrimp Screwdriver kit (gold plate) Easy to use, adjustable, stylish, strong re-usable(For wire diameters up to .018” (0.45mm) Scrimps are an innovative screw finding that takes the place of a crimp. A tiny set screw inside holds the wires in place. The Scrimp Kit contains its own screwdriver and an extra supply of Scrimp Findings with screws. Extra screws are held within the handle of the screwdriver. click to view large image CODE: SSKG $15.00 (incl GST) qty

Scrimp Screwdriver kit (silver plate) Scrimp Screwdriver kit (silver plate) Easy to use, adjustable, stylish, strong re-usable(For wire diameters up to .018” (0.45mm) Scrimps are an innovative screw finding that takes the place of a crimp.A tiny set screw inside holds the wires in place. The Scrimp Kit contains its own screwdriver and an extra supply of Scrimp Findings with screws. Extra screws are held within the handle of the screwdriver. click to view large image CODE: SSKS $15.00 (incl GST) qty

Storage Screw top containers Storage Screw top containers (3) click to view large image CODE: SSC $3.30 (incl GST) qty

Bead Board Bead Board click to view large image CODE: BB $8.00 (incl GST) qty