Lexi Erickson is a well-known metalsmith artist. She’s been teaching for over 30 years, and she has a truly unique style. I’ve known Lexi since my Interwave days, and since […]
Jewelry Studio Organization Tips: What I learned from Reorganizing my Space
For the last few months of 2019, it was very apparent to me that I needed to spend some time reorganizing my jewelry studio. The problem started when I reorganized […]
Four Favorite Spring 2020 Pantone Colors
Spring is officially here and as the season’s transition I especially like looking at the different color trends. As they do each season, Pantone has released their list of hot […]
Tucson Treasures – 10 Buys I’m Hoping to Find at the 2020 Shows
It’s time for me to make my bi-annual treck to the Tucson Gem Shows! I love this trip and looking forward to seeing the latest industry trends and reconnecting with […]
Winter Sparkle Necklace – Necklace Project
Every jewelry artist should have resources, and Beadwork magazine is the go-to resource for me. I love how stylish each issue is and the themes are always up to trend […]
Holiday Marketing Tips I’ve Implemented with Success
Every year I write different posts dedicated to different holiday marketing tips. The goal is to give small jewelry business owners (and all small business owners) ideas for how they […]
Halloween Inspired Jewelry collection release
I am not a huge fan of Halloween. It think it’s because I don’t have the imagination I wish that I had when it comes to costumes. Also, when it […]
Autumnal Bliss: Fall Jewelry Collection Release
I love the fall; there is something about the crisp morning and evenings, the chill that signifies winter is coming. And the range of colors from the trees, in my […]
Handmade Gemstone Jewelry FAQs
Gemstones are a true love story. Ask any jewelry artist about their favorite stones to work with and each one will have a different answer and list a different reason. […]
Bezel Jewelry & Stone Setting Tips
Starting with my Sparkling Snow jewelry collection I have begun to create my own bezel jewelry. This means for the last several months I’ve been creating handmade bezels for several […]