10 It really doesn’t take that many tools to get started welding or repairing your own projects. I wanted to prove it, so I made up a quick list of everything you need to get started welding for < $250. Get started welding for under $250 guideMay 11, 2015 in FABRICATION KNOWLEDGE / Shop Safety / TOOLS OF THE TRADE! tagged Beginner Metal Fabrication / DIY Fabrication Safety / DIY Fabrication Tools / Metal Fabrication / Mig Welding / Welding by Paul