Blog — Jewellers Academy

Fairtrade, Eco-Friendly and Sustainable: How to Build an Ethical Jewellery Business

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We are all becoming more aware of the importance of ethical practices in our daily lives and this includes our work as a jeweller. But how can you make your jewellery business more ethical?

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseJuly 4, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

Boost your sales with online marketing - new course

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Introducing a brand new course designed with you in mind starting in July ‘Online Marketing for Jewellers and Handmade Business’

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseJune 25, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social Media Comments

Interview with Rachel Whitehead, winner of JewelFund 2018

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Jeweller Rachel Whitehead was one of the jewellers awarded the JewelFund grant for 2018. We caught up with her to find out how it has impacted her business one year on

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseJune 17, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

what do you get as a member of Jewellers Academy?

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Jewellers Academy membership has been especially designed to support those in jewellery business to combine profit and passion. But what exactly to you get when you become a member? Take a look ..

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseJune 10, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

Tools and materials for making silver clay jewellery from home

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Silver clay is a very versatile method of working with silver and the good news is that you don’t need many tools to get started. Take a look at this video which covers the tools and materials you’ll need.

Tools and materials for making beaded jewellery from home

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We love beads! Here is a rundown of all the tools and materials you need for getting started with making your own beaded jewellery.

Tools and materials for making silver jewellery from home

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Being able to design and make your own silver jewellery is so fun but it can feel overwhelming to know how to get started. Fear not! This video will take you through the main tools and materials you’ll need.

How to get shortlisted for JewelFund

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Applications for JewelFund for 2019 are now open! We will be awarding two grants of £1000 to jewellers. But how do you make sure your application stands out?

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseMay 31, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

How to deal with complaints as a jeweller

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Dealing with complaints can be hard, especially when you are the designer/maker, as well as a small business. Read on to find out our tips on how to manage this rare, although tricky side to running your business

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseMay 27, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

How to make the most of Jewellers Academy membership

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If you’ve joined Jewellers Academy as a member then we’re so happy you have! But if you’ve found it difficult to make the most of it or aren’t sure where to start here are our top tips!

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseMay 20, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

Creating your signature style

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Guest blogger Hannah Belton is the brand consultant and creative director of Ditto Creative. In this post she shares her tips on finding and celebrating your unique creative style.

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseMay 14, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

Hallmarking for Jewellery Designer Makers

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If you make jewellery from precious metals, you may need to apply for a hallmark, find out more here about the law in the UK…

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseMay 8, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social Media, Jewelry PhotographyComment

How to increase sales for your jewellery business quickly

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It can be tempting spend all your time promoting your jewellery on social media but email marketing is actually the number 1 place for getting sales. But how do you use email effectively? Here are some tips on what to say when you email your customers

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseMay 1, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

Tools and materials for making jewellery from home

Making jewellery is a fun hobby, side hustle or full time business but when you’re starting it can be difficult to know the tools and materials you need to buy. So here is our run down of the main tools and materials for silver jewellery, beading and metal clay. You’re welcome!

Teaching jewellery making as part of your jewellery business

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Interested in teaching jewellery making as part of your jewellery business? Here are my top tips for a successful class

12 underrated gemstones for your jewellery designs with Kernowcraft

We’re excited to welcome a guest blog post from Kernowcraft featuring 12 underrated gemstones for your jewellery designs. Have you heard of these beautiful stones?

FREE COURSE - adding gold to metal clay

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Join our FREE course to learn three different ways to add gold to your metal clay designs

How to create embellishments in metal clay

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Learn five ways to make embellishments for your metal clay jewellery

Introducing the monthly payment plan for Jewellers Academy membership

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If you’ve been looking at all the great content and support you get as a member of Jewellers Academy but haven’t been able to afford an annual payment we have great news for you!

Jewellery BusinessJessica RoseApril 1, 2019Jewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment

How to polish your silver jewellery to a mirror finish

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Getting a good finish on your silver jewellery is important but how do you do it? Find out here