You can create so many different styles of bridal hairpieces but how do you make sure it will be perfect for your bride? Would they suit a tiara or would a beautiful beaded hair vine fit their look? Here are some questions to ask the bride to ensure you nail it.
Read MoreStorytelling is a way to connect more deeply with your followers. If you think about anyone that you follow that you're interested in it's likely to be because they share stories with you. But it can be tough to know what to say so here are 10 storytelling ideas perfect for your social media and/or blog
Read MoreIt is important to review the pricing of your jewellery regularly and are not afraid to raise your prices. Perhaps this is due to inflation, a rise in the cost of materials, or maybe you have been undercharging! Raising your prices can feel like a hard issue so let’s make it easy!
Read MoreWe'll be covering some of the key elements that any jeweller needs to be doing in order to be running a successful business in 2022. The jewellery industry (like any other industry) is always evolving, so what worked a long time ago won't necessarily work now. So it's very likely you will find some area's of your business that might need some attention. I do hope you find it helpful!
Read MoreThe Wedding Jewellery market is a great area to be a part of, there are so many lovely pieces you can create and you get to be a part of someone’s special day. Here are my top tips for your Wedding Jewellery business.
Read MoreWhen you are selling your jewellery at a craft market or fair it’s important to make sure you have everything you need. Here are some top tips and a comprehensive checklist to ensure you don’t forget anything.
Read MoreMany jewellers use Etsy as a marketplace to sell their handmade jewellery. There are fees for using Etsy’s services and it’s important you are aware of the costs involved when selling on any platform as it affects your pricing calculations. Let’s break down what Etsy charge.
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Do you fancy being paid to hang out on Instagram, write copy, help others and be part of a creative community?
If so we have an exciting job opportunity to work with us at Jewellers Academy.
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Do you like the idea of setting an intention for 2022 but are not sure where to start? Why not choose a word for your year. Find out more about how and some suggested words here.
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It's that time of year when everyone starts to feel a bit nostalgic. While we love to focus on what is ahead, this is a great time to reflect on how far you've come. I urge you to take 10 minutes to think back over the year and your achievements - big and small. There's always a lot of road ahead and it is important to focus on where you are headed but it is also important to celebrate the road you've travelled. Today is a great day for doing this.
Join me in my trip down memory lane looking at the firsts for Jewellers Academy and for me personally.
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Whatever your stance on Black Friday, many millions of people will be shopping online and it is a great opportunity to remind people about your jewellery and your business. Here are some tips for making the most of this time of year as well as plans for you to follow
Read MoreMarcus Osbourne was one of the winners of JewelFund in 2020. He took his extensive experience in jewellery manufacturing and started working on bespoke and commissioned pieces in wax. We caught up with him to find out more about his jewellery business, how he’s been doing since winning JewelFund and what he included in his application to ensure he won
Read MoreDavid Hitchcock of Photofinish Jewellery was one of the winners of JewelFund in 2019. His innovative and beautiful jewellery marries his love of photography with jewellery making. We caught up with him to find out more about his jewellery business, how he’s been doing since winning JewelFund and what he included in his application to ensure he won
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I wholeheartedly believe that you can start a jewellery business on a shoestring budget - I certainly did! However, there often comes a time when investing in yourself and your business can help you grow faster.
Here are some of the key areas for growth and how to spend your money wisely
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As jewellers what do we need to know about Brexit and what the changes mean to our business and our customers? Take a look at our comprehensive guide for selling your handmade jewellery to EU countries in a post Brexit world!
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The majority of christmas craft markets and fairs have been cancelled this year and there are some online craft fairs in their place. Are they worth doing? We’ve been speaking to jewellers that have been involved in them and have some advice on how to make the most of them as a jeweller
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Styling your images to create balanced, emotive and beautiful images of your pieces is one of the most powerful sales tools available to handmade sellers for attracting and engaging with customers. In part two of this two part blog series, jewellery photographer, Karen Young shares the building blocks of Photo Styling to create on-brand and visually pleasing images that really show off your gorgeous handmade jewellery.
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Styling your images to create balanced, emotive and beautiful images of your pieces is one of the most powerful sales tools available to handmade sellers for attracting and engaging with customers. In part one of this two part blog series, jewellery photographer, Karen Young shares her styling 'recipe' that takes the guesswork out of nailing photo styling each and every time.
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