ArtMetal

Well Debora...

Decide what you need for a press. Be patient. Gather materials. Build, or have it built.

I built a 50-ton press to do make art metal with. I accumulated many things to build it with, and in the end, built it with a pump unit I bought for $15 (I need to replace an end cap on the motor, which will cost me an additional $9), a cylinder that I bought at a steel recycling place for less than $50 and scrap steel I bought at the same steel recycling place for about 10 cents a pound. It's doubtful I have a hundred dollars in the whole thing. But it does take patience, research into what you really need and more patience (and maybe tools to cut steel and welding skills).

You'll get there if you want to.