As a designer, you MUST have good mechanics to create professional designs.
Keep in mind, high quality materials does NOT have to mean expensive. Through trial and error, I have found materials that I use regularly and stand by.
These work very well for me, and as an individual you may have to decide if they are the best fit for you, but you won't know until you try!
These are affiliate links through Amazon, which means I may receive a small portion of the sale.
Glue Skillet; https://amzn.to/2TpG1Ak
Wire cutters; https://amzn.to/2RQR3y6
Studio Lighting; https://amzn.to/3gutO4Z
Floral Wire; https://amzn.to/3xjH96W
OLFA Rotary Cutter; https://amzn.to/3win6pA
FISKARS Cutting Mat; https://amzn.to/3cAXvAp
Pipecleaners; https://amzn.to/3pLCS9T
Glue Sticks; https://amzn.to/3vfKjY7
Scale; https://amzn.to/3zeVS50
18"x18"x18" Shipping Box; https://amzn.to/3pLDf4h
24"x24"x4" Shipping Box; https://amzn.to/3pXDV73
24"x24"x6' Shipping Box; https://amzn.to/3xgp6yO
( Don't need, but you've been asking about it!
Steel Pick Machine; https://amzn.to/3vii232
Steel Picks; https://amzn.to/3wmaVrY