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Welcome Mel. There are many tools required but if possible don't but cheap. In my opinion good quality screwdrivers are a good starting point.

Try browsing this web site - http://www.tztoolshop.com They sell tools for to go along with the time zone watch school courses, that should give you some idea of what is recommended for a serious beginner. David S - who is a not so serious beginner

I bought some GS Hypo and it worked great for me with no strings. It reminds me of when I was a kid using model glue.

I decided to take the plunge and go to school. I'll be starting at the York Time Institute in two weeks. Have been there for several visits now and have received good reviews from its students. I like the intimacy and dedication of its director, Daniel Nied. But it's going to be a long haul taking perhaps 2 years or more--depending on how I progress. Also I will be spending 3 night a week in York to attend four days a week. I'll spend long weekends at home in Berkeley Springs. I decided that I need to have someone, who has a lot of experience, supervise and instruct me. Plus there are elements of this craft that I simply never would have been able to try out because I would probably never have access to the right kind of equipment. I haven't had the kinds of feelings of expectation and, yes, anxiety, since before just starting college. I'm really looking forward to learning a lot of things but have a little anxiety over whether I'll be able to make the grade. But that's just my nature. In fact, Dan and all the other students I've talked too and spent time with have been very supportive so far. So, here goes! I won't be leaving this blog so I'll keep you posted on my progress. --Doug