Crafting is one of the most versatile and profitable skills in Old School RuneScape (OSRS). Whether you want to make some serious gold or just flex your 99 Crafting Leveling cape, this guide will take you through the best methods to level up efficiently. We’ll cover everything from cheap methods for budget-conscious players to the fastest XP routes if you’re all about speed. Let’s dive in!
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Why Train Crafting Leveling in OSRS?
Before we jump into the leveling guide, let’s talk about why you should even bother training Crafting:
- Make Money: Some Crafting methods are highly profitable (think battlestaves and dragonhide armor).
- Unlock Elite Gear: You need Crafting for high-level gear like the Amulet of Fury and Rings of Recoil.
- Essential for Quests & Diaries: Many quests and achievement diaries require Crafting levels.
- Flex Your 99 Cape: The Crafting cape has one of the best skill cape perks—unlimited teleports to a bank!
Now that you’re convinced, let’s get into the leveling guide!
Level 1-99 Crafting Guide
Levels 1-10: Leather Items (Fast & Cheap)
- Make leather gloves, boots, and cowls.
- You’ll need about 200 leather to get to level 10.
- This method is cheap and quick, costing only a few thousand GP.
Levels 10-46: Cutting Gems (Fastest Method)
- Cut Opals, Jade, and Red Topaz.
- This method is super fast but costs a bit.
- You’ll need about 600-700 Opals to reach level 46.
Levels 46-54: Cutting Sapphires (Speed Focused)
- Cutting sapphires provides excellent XP.
- Expect to spend 1M+ GP, but it’s very fast!
Levels 54-63: Glassblowing (Balanced Method)
- Make unpowered orbs with molten glass.
- Glassblowing pipe + molten glass = solid XP & some GP back.
- You’ll need about 2,500 molten glass.
Levels 63-99: Three Best Methods
1. Cutting Dragonstone (Ultra Fast, Expensive)
- Exp: 150-200K XP/hr
- Cost: 30M+ GP
- If money is no issue, this is the fastest route.
2. Battlestaves (Profitable & Good XP)
- Craft Water Battlestaves for good XP & profit.
- Exp: 120K XP/hr
- Cost: Profitable (depending on market prices).
3. D’hide Bodies (Fastest XP, Expensive)
- Green, Blue, Red, Black Dragonhide Bodies.
- Exp: 250K+ XP/hr (at high levels).
- Cost: Expensive but worth it for fast XP.
Alternative Methods for Budget Players
If you’re looking to train Crafting on a budget, here are some solid alternatives:
- Spinning Flax (Profitable but slow XP)
- Making Gold Jewelry (Cheap & decent XP)
- Silver Tiara Crafting (Good balance of cost & XP)
Final Tips for Crafting in OSRS
- Use a Portable Bank: The Crafting Guild (with 40 Crafting) provides a nearby bank.
- Buy Materials in Bulk: Saves time running back and forth.
- Check Market Prices: Some methods flip between profit and loss.
- Use XP Boosts: Try Sacred Clay Tools or Bonus XP Weekend (if available).
Conclusion
Crafting in OSRS can be an expensive journey, but with the right methods, you can minimize costs or even make a profit. Whether you prefer the fastest XP, cheapest training, or most profitable routes, there’s a method for you. Now go grind that 99 and flex your beautiful purple cape!
Got any questions or tips? Drop them in the comments below!
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