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Would you like to help teach the next generation of jewellers?
We are expanding our team of Jewellery Diploma Mentors and Tutors here at Jewellers Academy and we are looking for you!
The roles are part-time, working from home with flexible hours, competitive pay and the chance to be part of an amazing community!
Read MoreSarah Wilson is one of our students in the Diploma in Silver Jewellery. She is joining us today to talk about her jewellery business and what it’s like being a student in the Diploma. She makes lovely jewellery inspired by nature and we’re glad to have her join us for this conversation!
Read MoreThis week we’ll be talking about the Jewellery Business Bootcamp. This is something we run every year to set you up for success in the year ahead. It is designed to support you in your jewellery business growth. If you want jewellery to be your career, this Bootcamp is for you. Join me as we talk more about it!
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Have you heard of wax carving but are not sure what it is and how to do it? Check out our beginners guide for jewellers covering the different types of wax, how to calculate the weight of your finished metal piece, how the casting process works, how to make multiples of your designs, what size of ring you should make and much more.
Read MoreThis week on the podcast I’m excited to welcome guests from the Goldsmiths’ Company Assay Office in London. A few weeks ago we asked you for your questions for the assay office in our Facebook group. Thank you to all those that shared their questions. We’re going to be talking today about hallmarking and answering some of your questions about this topic.
Read MoreThis week on the podcast and I’m talking to Jess Van Den. A self-employed silversmith, she has been making jewellery since 2008 when she started selling jewellery as a hobby and then turned it into a full-time business in 2010. She specializes in working with eco sterling silver wedding rings. She works out of her solar-powered home in Australia and she has a lot to teach us about selling on Etsy.
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Would you like to try wax carving?
Or, if you've tried it, would you like to learn how to make a signet ring?
Then I have great news for you! We have a FREE Wax Carved Signet Ring mini-course available for you!
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As jewellers, we have a huge variety of tools available to us and some are definitely used more often than others. For intermediate to advanced level jewellers, one of those frequently used items is a craft drill or rotary tool. Laura-Jayne of Small Dog Silver jewellery shares her knowledge of the Foredom pendant motor/flex shaft to help you make an informed decision when purchasing.
Read MoreThis week on the podcast I’m joined by John Williams, founder of The Ideas Lab - a company that has helped thousands of people find something they love, get started and make a living with it. He is the best selling author of the book Screw Work, Lets Play. His newest book is called F*** Work Lets Play and we’re excited to have him join us today!
Read MoreThis week on the podcast I’m talking with Tracey Spurgin, qualified senior art clay and precious metal clay instructor. Tracey runs Craftworx Jewellery School which specialises in metal clay. She is also a guest designer on Jewellery Maker TV, has more than 20 years of experience and we’re lucky to have had her teach a workshop at Jewellers Academy as well.
Read MoreWe have a special guest this week, Dids MacDonald (OBE) the Chief Executive of Anti-Copying in Design (ACID) - a membership organization that exists to support designers in their design and intellectual property. If you’ve ever been copied, worried about copying someone else or had any questions, they can help!
Read MoreTThis week on the podcast I am joined by Carol Harding of Silver Coast Jewellery. Carol is a long time Jewellers Academy member and Bootcamper. Carol is super inspiring - she has a positive attitude and has turned struggles into something positive. I am excited to share her story today
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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!
Read MoreThis week we’ll be talking about the Jewellery Business Bootcamp. This is something we run every year to set you up for success in the year ahead. It is designed to support you in your jewellery business growth. If you want jewellery to be your career, this Bootcamp is for you. Join me as we talk more about it!
Read MoreThis week we’re going to be talking about how to create a one-page business plan for your jewellery business to bring about success and growth in 2021. I do this at the start of every year in my business and it’s one of my favorite tools. It’s a very simple tool to use as a vision setting exercise.
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Does a new year start you thinking about what you'd like to achieve in the coming months? If one of your goals is to develop your jewellery making skills this year then I would love to invite you to take part in the Jewellers Academy Challenge for 2021.
Read MoreOn this week’s podcast, I’m delighted to welcome Jo Medwey of Wire & Wood Jewellery. Jo is one of our Diploma in Silver Jewellery students and is doing the course online. We’re going to talk about her jewellery business, her background and her experience as a Diploma student.
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Thank you to everyone that joined me for the live Diploma open days. It was great to get the chance to speak with you and answer your questions about the Diploma courses.
If you missed them don’t worry! You can watch the replays here.
Read MoreToday is a very special episode on the podcast. We’re talking about two exciting courses that are opening for enrolment - the Diploma in Silver Jewellery and the Diploma in Fine Jewellery. I’ll share about what’s involved, who they’re for and what’s on the curriculum. If you want to develop your making skills this year, one of these courses is for you!
