How do you stay on top of what’s happening in the jewelry world? Keeping up to date with jewelry trends and news has never been easier. Follow these jewelry blogs to be in the know with all things jewelry related.
Part of running a jewelry business is knowing what is going on in your community. Social media and the smart phone have made all of the information you need easily accessible. Jewelry bloggers are traveling to shows, interviewing jewelers, and staying on top of trends so they can share their insights with you. They want to be your go-to source for the latest news in the jewelry field. By following these jewelry blogs on social media or subscribing to their email lists you will be receiving information daily on what is happening in your industry.
Whether you are a bridge or fine jeweler these blogs have something for you. Discover information on trade shows, marketing tips, current and upcoming trends, featured artists and more. Scroll through the list and check out each of these great jewelry blogs! We also have some great podcasts you can listen to in your studio.
Jewelry Blogs
A Thousand Facets
You can follow A Thousand Facets on Tumblr, Instagram and Facebook. There is no email subscription for this exciting jewelry blog. You just need to follow along one or more of her social pages. Jo has a passion for jewelry and loves to showcase independent designers.
Instagram: @athousandfacets
Facebook: athousandfacets1
Diamonds in the Library
Becky Stone is the lady behind Diamonds in the Library. She is a lifetime jewelry lover and a professional writer/editor with a passion for all things written and/or bejeweled.
Instagram: @diamondsinthelibrary
Facebook: DiamondsInTheLibrary
Flourish & Thrive
Tracy Matthews and Robin Kramer are the masterminds behind Flourish & Thrive Academy. They focus on helping small jewelry business owners with marketing and business development strategies.
Instagram: @flourish_thrive
Facebook: FlourishThriveAcademy
Gem Gossip
Gem Gossip is the passion blog of Danielle Miele. She focuses on showcasing fine jewelry; gold, platinum, diamonds and genuine gemstones. Follow her adventures to jewelry stores all over the world and discover new designers, vintage treasures and more.
Instagram: @gemgossip
Facebook: GemGossip
Halstead Jewelry Blog
Halstead is passionate about supporting small jewelry businesses. Check out our huge archive of helpful articles for makers including technique tutorials, business advice, and connection to resources in our community.
Instagram: @halsteadbead
Facebook: HalsteadBead
JCK Blog
Since 1869 JCK has been "The Industry Authority" in the delivery of essential news and information to jewelry retailers and manufacturers. Their website is full of news articles and blog posts that range from marketing and social media topics to fashion trends and information about their shows.
Instagram: @jckmagazine
Facebook: JCKmagazine
Metalsmith Society
Metalsmith Society was founded by Corkie Bolton in 2018. Corkie has been making jewelry since she was in high school and graduated from Pratt Institute with a degree in Jewelry Design. She created Metalsmith Society as a community within Instagram where jewelers support one another by sharing knowledge! She wanted a safe place where jewelers of all levels can ask questions and share their techniques.
Instagram: @metalsmithsociety
Facebook: metalsmithsociety
The Jewelry Loupe
The Jewelry Loupe is a blog/magazine for jewelry lovers, celebrating human ornament in all its facets. Cathleen McCarthy takes you behind the scenes of the hottest jewelry auctions and exhibits, and digs up the coolest work from designers and studio jewelers, past and present.
Instagram: @thejewelryloupe
Facebook: TheJewelryLoupe
Jewelry Podcasts
Perceived Value Podcast
This is not exactly a blog but you need to be listening to Sarah Rachel Brown. Perceived Value is a self-produced podcast where Sarah interviews artists about about their careers, personal lives, failures, accomplishments, and asks the question: how do you make it all happen?
Instagram: @perceivedvalue
Facebook: perceivedvaluepodcast
Jewelry Artist
Jewelry Artist Podcast is a new podcast by Interweave. Host Katie Hacker has been in the beading industry for over 15 years. She is currently the editor at Beadwork magazine and the host of the PBS show Beads, Baubles & Jewels. Listen to Katie for advice on selling your jewelry, how to use tools, shopping for jewelry making materials and more.
Jewelry Navigator
Graduate Gemologist Brenna Pakes is the voice behind Jewelry Navigator Podcast. Tune in to hear stories from jewelry designers and industry specialists in a relaxed interview style. Topics also include how to support small businesses, discover new designers and her personal jewelry finds.
Thrive by Design
Thrive by Design is put on by Tracy Matthews of Flourish & Thrive Academy. Focusing on ways to build your business from marketing and branding to business plans and financial guidance, this podcast will have quality information for any small jewelry business owner. Tracy shares her own experiences including successes and failures in business. She believes very much in community and loves to interview big players in the jewelry industry.