There are a variety of services available to small jewelry businesses. We're taking a look at some of the services and courses for small businesses.

Free Small Business Courses for Jewelry Artists

Did you know that small business management classes are available for free? There is a good chance that there are offices and a professional mentor available within 100 miles to help you launch your small jewelry business. This article will explore the amazing array of services offered by the SBA, SBDC, and SCORE. It will also explain how these organizations are alike and different from one another.

Getting a jewelry business loan is intimidating. But getting financing to fuel your small jewelry business can help you get to the next level. How do you start?

by Hilary Halstead Scott

How to Get a Jewelry Business Loan for Your Studio Business

Bank loans are intimidating. But getting financing to fuel your small jewelry business can help you get to the next level. How do you start? What do you need to do? What if you get rejected for a jewelry business loan? You have questions and we have answers.

Jewelry Podcasts are a great way to get information about what is happening in the jewelry industry.

by Ashley Maldonado

Jewelry Podcasts - Perceived Value & More

Podcasts have become so popular and with the rise of hands free devices listening has never been easier. We have compiled a list of must- listen jewelry podcasts. While working in your studio or driving in the car tune in to stay up to date on trends, techniques, business tips, & industry advice.

Pearls are the underdog of the sustainability movement in jewelry. Learn about how pearls can add to your jewelry collection sustainability.

by Jennifer Heebner

5 Reasons Why Pearls Are the Champion of Gemstone Sustainability

Pearls and cultured pearls are champions of the sustainability movement in jewelry. Learn more about these beautiful jewelry options from guest author Jennifer Heebner of the Cultured Pearl Association of America and sign up for a free online pearls course.

Personal safety in the jewelry business is an important issue. Use these tips to keep you and your inventory safe at home and on the road.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

10 Tips for Personal Safety in the Jewelry Business

Personal safety is an important issue in our field. Unfortunately, it is rarely given due attention until the aftermath of a tragedy when a member of our community is the victim of burglary or assault. This article will explore basic prevention strategies to protect yourself and your inventory.

by Ashley Maldonado

How Custom Logo Tags Can Advance Your Jewelry Business - lock

Custom logo tags are an easy and affordable way to benefit your jewelry business. Read on to see how adding these tags can help your business succeed.

Every jewelry designer loves some press coverage! Read on for tips to create a media kit that will put your designs in front of editors.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

How to Create a Press Kit for Jewelry Artists

Every jewelry designer loves a little press coverage! Read on for tips to create a jewelry press kit that will easily put your business and designs in front of editors and influencers.

by Kelli Vanyek Greene

Exhibiting in Jewelry Wholesale Shows - lock

Is your jewelry business ready to take on wholesale accounts or are you looking to find new retailers for your brand? Learn the benefits of exhibiting your line at a jewelry wholesale show.

Studio Art Degrees with a concentration in Metals/Jewelry Ball State University BFA & MFA Visual Arts - Metals Concentration Associate Profe

by Kelli Vanyek Greene

Studio Art Degrees with Jewelry Concentration

Are you interested in completing a bachelors degree in fine arts? There are so many great schools across the country that offer studio art programs that have a concentration in small metals and jewelry.

An elevator pitch is the cornerstone of jewelry sales that every small business owner needs. If you missed out on the binge-watching era of

by Hilary Halstead Scott

Tips to Nail Your Jewelry Sales Elevator Pitch

An elevator pitch is the cornerstone of jewelry sales that every small business owner needs. If you missed out on the binge-watching era of Shark Tank and other business competition TV shows this may be a new term for you. Fear not, this article will take a deep dive into pitching concisely with a compelling call to action. You’ll be a jewelry sales pro before you know it!

How do you stay on top of what’s happening in the jewelry world? With these top Jewelry Blogs!

by Kelli Vanyek Greene

Jewelry Blogs You Should Be Following

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.

We have compiled a list of the best college metal programs and BFAs for jewelry across the country.

by Sylvie Alusitz

BFAs for Jewelry & Small Metals

Are you interested in getting your BFA in jewelry and small metals? We have compiled a list of colleges across the country that offer jewelry or small metals as a major.

Interested in selling your jewelry wholesale to shops & boutiques? Guest writer Robin Kramer has some great strategies to help you succeed.

by Robin Kramer

5 Jewelry Wholesale Strategies You Never Thought Of - lock

Read these great jewelry wholesale strategy tips from Robin Kramer, of Red Boot Consulting and Flourish & Thrive Academy, on how to sell your jewelry to stores at wholesale.

Hiring your first jewelry business assistant is a huge step in your business' growth! We asked our jeweler friends to give us their best advice.

by Ashley Maldonado

Hiring Your First Jewelry Studio Assistant

Hiring your first jewelry business assistant is a huge step in your business’ growth! It can also make you nervous as you think about inviting someone else into your design process. We talked to jewelers who have been there, either as a new boss or as a studio assistant to give you tips on making this big step successful.

Michael David Sturlin discusses how we express our unique identity through the design process in visual arts and allow our work to be an extension of us.

by Michael David Sturlin

Finding Your Creative Identity Through Design - lock

Finding and expressing your unique identity isn't always easy. This guest blog from Michael David Sturlin discusses the design process and how you can discover and express your unique creative identity through design.

It's easy to feel overwhelmed when you are an entrepreneur. Learn how to manage time in your jewelry business from Tracy Matthews of Flourish & Thrive.

by Tracy Matthews

How to Manage Time in Your Jewelry Business Better Using 7 Simple Steps

Being your own boss is amazing! But learning to manage time in your jewelry business so you don't have to be constantly clocked in can be difficult. Tracy Matthews from Flourish & Thrive Academy gave us her 7 most helpful tips to manage your time effectively.

Great advice for metalsmithing and jewelry students on options for entry level career paths. Learn about potential job opportunities and how to find them.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

Career Services for Jewelry Students: Explore Jewelry Job Opportunities

Career Services at universities don't often cater to jewelry students entering the field after graduation. Get specialized advice on how to enter the jewelry work force and earn a living. This article explores jewelry jobs and career information.

Graduation can be scary! Jewelry BFA graduates in particular are often missing resources and guidance for their careers. This article explores career paths.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

A Jewelry Student's Guide to Planning for Graduation

Students anticipate graduation with a mixture of excitement, relief and total panic. What's next!? Starting a new career in jewelry can be daunting. Plan ahead to cover your work space needs and save yourself one extra headache.

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