February 16, 2006
I’m taking a trip in a little more than a week, and one leg of my trip does involve air travel. In researching what beading supplies and tools I can take with me on the plane, I found that I can carry on (and presumably work with during the flight)…
Pliers (seven inches or less in length)
Scissors (four inches or less in length), plastic or metal with blunt tips
Nail clippers
Scissors with pointed tips are permitted in checked luggage, but should be sheathed to protect baggage handlers. One item I did not find listed on the TSA web site was sewing needles – knitting or crochet needles are permitted for carry on, but I will have to call the airline about beading needles.
Since I’ll have extended time in the plane (and in layovers), I’d like to learn some new stitches with seed beads. But rather than losing my tools (and potentially getting in worse trouble!) I will be sure it’s okay to take all of my supplies and tools on the plane first.
If you are working on beading projects while you are traveling, remember a few handy tips.
- Keep supplies and projects in a case that closes quickly – I used a child’s plastic pencil box. Whether you are in a plane, a train, or an automobile, you may run into circumstances where you’ve got to shut down shop quickly.
- Use beading mats, foam pads or other materials to keep beads from rolling around.
- Have a small bag you can use for trash, and NEVER cut wire, beading wire, or other materials in a manner that they will pose hazard to your fellow travelers!!
- Precut wire or have your beads organized by project to cut down on how much room you’ll need to work. Remember, even First Class is cramped compared to most workshops!
If nothing else, bring a great beading magazine or book on the trip with you. You’ll still spend time wisely in educating yourself, and don’t forget a sketch pad or notebook to draw up ideas!
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Great tips -thanks!
Keep smiling
Felicity
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