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Remodelling Jewellery and Heirloom Re-designs With Chloe Michell (podcast episode)
Many jewellers see remodelling as a daunting task, but for Chloe Michell, it’s an opportunity to create something especially meaningful for her customers. With Chloe Michell Jewellery, she works one on one with customers to create beautiful bespoke commissions and heirloom redesigns.
Which kiln should I buy? A guide for jewellers
A jewellery kiln is a fantastic addition to your jewellery making equipment. However, a kiln is an investment and there are different types of jewellery kilns on the market for different techniques so which do you choose? If you’ve thought about buying a kiln but don’t know where to start then don’t worry! Help is here!
Black Friday and Small Business Saturday - tips for jewellers
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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
enamelling jewellery - glossary of terminology
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Enamelling is a lovely way to add colour to your jewellery designs but if you have read anything about it you will know there’s a lot of different techniques and terms. This glossary blog post is a great resource for learning more about this fabulous skill.
four ways to add enamel to metal clay jewellery
Enamel is a great way to add colour to your silver clay jewellery designs. Metal Clay artist and Jewellers Academy tutor Anna Campbell takes you through four ways to add enamel to your silver clay jewellery
silver stacking bangles - free online course
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We love silver bangles - the more the merrier!
We have a brand new FREE mini-course in how to make your own silver stacking bangles.
The Joy Of Enamelling for Jewellers with Michelle Leaver (podcast episode)
If you’ve ever wanted to add beautiful colour to your jewellery designs with enamel, Michelle Leaver of Michelle Leaver Jewellery can show you a thing or two. A gifted enameller for over 30 years, thriving business owner, and teacher at the London Jewellery School and Jewellers Academy ,she shares with us her top 10 tips (and more) for getting started with enamelling.
Join the Jewellers Academy jewellery making challenge for November
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Join in with our November jewellery-making challenge. This month the challenge is to try wax carving
Running a Jewellery Business with ADHD or Processing Differences with Kim Thomson (podcast episode)
Kim Thomson is a silversmith, talented jewellery tutor, and the owner of Make It With Kim. An artist from a young age, Kim earned a silversmith degree at university—where she first discovered her diagnosis of dyslexia and Irlen Syndrome. When she learned that she processed the world a little differently than others, it changed everything. In this episode Kim opens up about her experience discovering and living with her processing differences and shares how you can use your unique way of processing to benefit yourself.
work from home Job opportunity with jewellers academy
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Would you like to work with Jewellers Academy?
An exciting opportunity has come up for a part-time Diploma Administrator working from home. Apply now!
Three free jewellery projects to make for gifting this Christmas
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I can’t believe it’s nearly November! If your thoughts are turning towards what to get people for Christmas then why not get making instead? Here are three FREE jewellery making projects that are perfect for making personalised Christmas gifts
twisted wire hoop earrings - free online course
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If you have always wondered about how to make hoop earrings then you are in luck!
We have a brand new FREE mini-course in how to make your own twisted wire hoop earrings in silver or gold. Taught by goldsmith and tutor Barbara Yarde.
Leaving My Job to Start a Jewellery Business in the Pandemic with Nadia Thomas (podcast episode)
It takes a certain kind of gumption to start a business in the middle of a pandemic, and Nadia Thomas of Chamarel Designs has it. Nadia first turned to jewellery making as a form of creative therapy in 2014. After enrolling in the London Jewellery School, she gradually turned her hobby into something more profitable before taking the leap, leaving her job, and launching her very own business in the thick of the pandemic. In this episode, we talk about how the challenges and limitations of the pandemic inspired her to find a way to make things work and what kept her inspired along the way.
WIN A FOREDOM PENDANT MOTOR COMPLETE JEWELLERS KIT
We’ve teamed up with Metal Clay Ltd to offer you the chance to win this fabulous Foredom SR pendant motor, complete with a comprehensive set of accessories, worth £305. Find out how to win!
Getting Great Photos Of Yourself - Planning A Brand Photo Shoot with Photographer Vicki Knights (podcast episode)
High quality photos are a must-have when it comes to building a strong brand presence. But for some, the idea of getting in front of the camera can make you want to run and hide. We’re joined by Vicki Knights, a leading family and branding photographer based in Surrey, to learn about why you need great photos of yourself and your products—and how to get them!
Jewellery That Could Save Your Life with Butler and Grace (podcast episode)
Tanya Butler is the founder of Butler and Grace. They make medical and ID bracelets - bracelets that could actually save your life! They also make personalized jewellery. Tanya was a winner of the Jewel Fund last year. We are so glad she’s joining us today.
How I grew my Jewellery Business - Interview with Lisa Johnson (podcast episode)
Success isn’t built in a day! In this episode we’re joined by serial crafter Lisa Johnson to remind us that building a successful jewellery business is possible—and it happens one step at a time. Lisa is the founder of the nature-inspired jewellery design business Country Designs by Lisa and specializes in metal clay work (aka, “adult play-doh”). She is a lifetime member of Jewellers Academy and shares with us just how she’s made the membership work for her needs, lifestyle, and business goals.
Join the Jewellers Academy jewellery making challenge for october
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Join in with our October jewellery-making challenge. This month the challenge is to make a matching set
Know Your Worth and Charge it! - How to Stop Underpricing Your Jewellery with Jessica Rose
So many of us are timid about pricing, concerned about upsetting potential customers, and simply aren’t charging enough to make a profit. If this sounds like you, it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode, we unpack what may be causing you to undercharge along with simple exercises that can help you build confidence and charge what you’re worth!