How do you start and sustainably grow a jewellery business in 2026?

In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, Jess is looking ahead to 2026 and sharing the strategies that really matter if you want to build a jewellery business that lasts.

The Jewellery Business Academy is a year-long group training and mentoring programme designed to help jewellers start or grow a profitable, sustainable business. Jess hosted an Open Day to share all about this exciting program covering the supportive community, monthly themed structure, and practical focus on taking action to increase sales and clarity. With two tracks - Starter and Growth - plus mentoring, group calls, a personalised Jewellery Business Growth Plan, and a private community, the JBA offers all the structure and encouragement jewellers need to make real progress in 2026. Watch the Open Day now to find out whether it is right for you.

In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, Anna Campbell chats with Pinterest and SEO consultant Trona Freeman about how jewellers can use Pinterest as a powerful visual search engine - not just another social platform.

Pinterest users are intentional, slower scrollers, and often ready to shop, making it an ideal place for jewellery businesses. Trona shares practical tips on how to get long-lasting traffic and more visibility on a platform where your jewellery can truly shine.

Thank you to everyone who joined me for the first ever Diploma in Wax Jewellery open day. It was fantastic to be able to share this brand new course with you. If you missed it, don’t worry. You can watch the replay here and see answers to your questions.

In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jessica Rose shares all about the brand-new Diploma in Wax Jewellery. This is the fifth online one-year Diploma to be created. Whether you’re completely new to wax or an experienced jeweller ready to dive into wax jewellery, this episode gives you a full behind-the-scenes look at what to expect from this year-long programme.

Every other month, we award £1,000 to one jeweller to invest in their business and how you use it is completely up to you. Whether it's tools, materials, training, or something else that will support your growth, this fund is designed to help you move forward with purpose.

Plus, the winner also receives a 1-hour 1:1 mentoring session tailored to their needs, whether that’s business strategy, marketing, or hands-on jewellery making support.

Find out how to enter.

Tis the season and I am excited to share an early FREE GIFT with you.

Practice your sawing skills with this Christmas-themed piercing template. Could this be the perfect way to practice your skills and make decorations for your home?

Jessica Rose chats with Jo Hunt, founder of Rockpool Jewellery, about her creative journey and her love for working with wax. Jo shares all about her brand-new course, Rings, Pendants and Charms in Wax: The Build-Up Technique - the first course at Jewellers Academy dedicated entirely to this organic, textured method.

Have you been running your jewellery business for 3+ years, have the basics in place (website, social media, email list), an feel stuck? What do you do now in order to grow?

You’re in luck. Watch the replay of the live masterclass from award-winning jewellery entrepreneur Jessica Rose. Jess shares practical strategies to grow your business sustainably, attract higher-paying customers, and make your marketing truly effective.

At Jewellers Academy, we offer five one-year Jewellery Diplomas but which should you choose? Find out about the Diploma courses, who they are for and what you will learn. There’s also a handy quiz that checks your experience level and lets you know which Diploma is right for you.

In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, award winning entepreneur Jessica Rose dives into what it really takes to grow a jewellery business once you’re three or more years in. If you've moved past the experimentation phase and are ready to build something profitable, sustainable, and strategically focused, this episode is your roadmap.

Jessica explores the core pillars that help jewellers transition from busy and functioning to thriving and scalable, sharing her own experiences - wins, mistakes, and moments of truth along the way.

Diplomas are open for enrolment - and we have a brand new diploma

In this special episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, Jessica Rose and Anna Campbell share some exciting news - enrolment is now open for all five Jewellers Academy Diplomas starting in September 2026, including the launch of a brand new course: the Diploma in Wax Jewellery!

With the rising price of gold and silver, every speck of precious metal counts. 

In this week's episode of the Jewellers Academy podcast, host Kelly Twigg sits down with Mark Cutler from Mastermelt to explore the fascinating and often overlooked process of reclaiming and refining precious metal scrap for jewellers and metalsmiths.

In this episode, Jessica Rose and Anna Campbell explore the unexpected advantages behind the rising costs of silver and gold. While many jewellers worry about affordability and holding stock, Jessica and Anna reveal that these changes can actually strengthen your business and the handmade jewellery industry as a whole.

The price of silver and gold have risen approximately 50% since this time last year. Many jewellers are concerned about this so I ran a live webinar to help allay fears and talk about why I think this can be a great thing for handmade jewellers. Watch the replay of the webinar now.

Are you curious about sand casting?

This beginners guide takes you through what the technique is, a step by step look at how it works, and includes a glossary of the key terms you need to know.

In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jess is joined by jeweller and tutor Iain Sainsbury to talk all about sand casting for jewellers and how you can do it safely, confidently, and successfully at home.

Kelly Twigg speaks with Kasey Williams, founder of Nunatak Jewellery, who is currently deployed in Antarctica. Kasey talks about her passion for both her environmental engineering career and her jewellery-making hobby. She shares her unique experience of making jewellery in an extreme environment, discussing how she adapts her techniques to the cold and dry conditions, and how she sources her materials. She also talks about her journey into silversmithing, her inspirations from nature and her travels, and her plans for Nunatak Jewellery after returning to Australia. 

This is a fascinating insight into the skills you need to make jewellery in a challenging place including resourcefulness and problem-solving skills. 

Jessica Rose is joined by Anna Campbell for a look at common mistakes jewellers make when growing their business and how to overcome them. They also introduce the Jewellery Business Academy (JBA) a year-long programme designed to give jewellers the tools, knowledge, and confidence they need to thrive.

The Diploma Diaries is an Instagram initiative where selected students and tutors share their year-long journeys with the wider jewellery-making community.

The Christmas selling season is well and truly upon us now and we recommend having gift vouchers/gift certificates/gift cards available. Some customers find it hard to decide or want their loved one to choose their own present. Plus they’re great for when you get last minute shoppers! But how do you create and manage sales of gift vouchers? Here are our top tips.