Posts tagged Handmade Business
My First Term on the Silver Jewellery Diploma with Kelly Twigg of Willow and Twigg Jewellery (podcast episode)
My First Term on the Silver Jewellery Diploma with Kelly Twigg of Willow and Twigg Jewellery (podcast episode)

In this week's episode, Kelly Twigg shares her journey from a part-time jewellery hobbyist to a dedicated jeweller enrolled in the Jewellers Academy diploma program. She discusses her initial experiences with jewellery making, the transition to self-employment, and the importance of learning new techniques to grow her business. Kelly highlights the supportive community within the diploma program, the various projects she has undertaken, and how the experience has reignited her creativity. She also emphasizes the value of sharing her journey through the Diploma Diaries, connecting with others, and the challenges and triumphs of being a jeweller.

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10 Things I Wouldn't Do If I Was Starting a Jewellery Business in 2025 with Jessica Rose (podcast episode)
10 Things I Wouldn't Do If I Was Starting a Jewellery Business in 2025 with Jessica Rose (podcast episode)

In this week’s episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jess dives into the lessons she’s learned from years in the jewellery industry to share 10 things (actually it’s 11!) she wouldn’t do if starting a jewellery business in 2025.

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or already running a jewellery business, Jess’s insights offer valuable reminders and fresh perspectives on avoiding common pitfalls and focusing on what truly drives growth.

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Kickstart: 5 Days to Plan 2025 in Your Jewellery Business - Join the FREE Challenge with Jessica Rose (podcast episode)
Kickstart: 5 Days to Plan 2025 in Your Jewellery Business - Join the FREE Challenge with Jessica Rose (podcast episode)

In this week’s episode of the podcast, Jess, invites you to join the FREE Kickstart Challenge, a five-day program designed to help jewellers set intentions and goals for their businesses. On this course, you will set a vision and action plan for your business in 2025 as well as plan your revenue generating activities for bringing in the money.

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One Word, Big Impact: How to Choose Your Word of the Year for 2025 (podcast episode)
One Word, Big Impact: How to Choose Your Word of the Year for 2025 (podcast episode)

With another new year approaching, Jess and Anna talk about an alternative to New Year’s resolutions. Choosing a word for the year can set a positive intention for your year ahead and guide your actions and decisions. Anna and Jess talk about the words they have chosen for 2025 and reflect on words they’ve chosen in previous years and how they shaped their years.

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PodcastJessica RoseJewelry Business, Jewellery Business, Jewelry making, Jewellery Business Support, How to start a Jewelry Business, How to run a Jewelry Business, How to start a Jewellery Business, Handmade Jewelry, Handmade Jewellery, Handmade Business, Jessica Rose, Jewellers Academy, Instagram, Social MediaComment
what’s your word of the year for 2024? Setting yourself up for success and setting your intention
what’s your word of the year for 2024? Setting yourself up for success and setting your intention

Happy new year! Today on the Jewellers Academy podcast I am speaking with Anna Campbell about our word for 2024.

Have you ever chosen a word of the year? If you like starting a new year with a fresh perspective have a listen to this podcast to find out more about how to choose your word of the year and how it can be better than trying resolutions

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what would you spend £2000 on to grow your jewellery business?
what would you spend £2000 on to grow your jewellery business?

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Applications for JewelFund 2023 are now open! And the grant is now doubled. Two £2000 grants are available. What would you spend the money on for your jewellery business? Find out how to apply

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What do I need to make for my Diploma Assessment?
What do I need to make for my Diploma Assessment?

Jessica Rose talks you through the assessment requirements for the Diploma courses.

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What if I have a holiday planned during the Diploma?
What if I have a holiday planned during the Diploma?

You may be wondering what to do if you have a holiday planned or need to take some time away from the bench, in this post Jessica Rose talks you through your options.

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Membership: Which Jewellers Academy Membership Should I Choose?
Membership: Which Jewellers Academy Membership Should I Choose?

Find out about the differences between our Membership options and which one is perfect for you

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How Do I Plan My Time for My Jewellery Diploma?
How Do I Plan My Time for My Jewellery Diploma?

I am often asked, I work full time, can I fit in completing a Diploma course too? The answer is yes! Our Diploma programmes are designed to be flexible with additional time built in for catching up. Here, I share some tips on how to schedule your time during the Diploma.

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Inspired by history - researching and Designing a cohesive jewellery collection: a jeweller case study
Inspired by history - researching and Designing a cohesive jewellery collection: a jeweller case study

At the end of the year, students on the Diploma in Fine Jewellery with Jewellers Academy design and make a Final Project to showcase the skills they’ve learnt in the course. The brief is open to ensure they can bring their own style and creativity, with the students tasked to create three pieces that form a cohesive collection. Students also provide a summary for their mentor explaining their inspiration, how they developed the design and the techniques involved.

In this blog post takeover, Diploma Graduate Zoe Emmett shares her process and inspiration in creating her three-piece collection.

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what’s your word of the year for 2023?
what’s your word of the year for 2023?

Have you ever chosen a word of the year?

If you like the idea of starting the new year with a fresh attitude but struggle with the idea of resolutions then a word of the year could be the answer for you.

The premise is to choose one word that sums up what you want 2023 to be about for you. This is something you can come back to when you are making decisions to ensure that your focus fits in with the theme you have chosen for your year. Find out my word for 2023 and find your own too!

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How to Make Moulds for Metal Clay - Jewellery Making Tips
How to Make Moulds for Metal Clay - Jewellery Making Tips

Mould making is a great way to create interesting elements to use in your jewellery designs in metal clay. In this short video tutorial Jessica Rose will show you how to create interesting and unique moulds to use for your metal clay projects using a two part moulding compound.

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