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Hoop earrings have been worn for centuries by many different cultures. Check out this guide to different styles and sizes of hoop earrings and get inspired!
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All That Glitters season 1 starts tonight and you’re invited to join the conversation. Each week we will be holding a live watch party in the Jewellers Academy Facebook group plus a bonus live chat with a jeweller mentor over on Instagram live once the episode is over.
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If you've been wondering how the Diploma courses from Jewellers Academy compare to degree courses then the differences may surprise you ..
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Would you like to help teach the next generation of jewellers?
We are expanding our team of Jewellery Diploma Mentors and Tutors here at Jewellers Academy and we are looking for you!
The roles are part-time, working from home with flexible hours, competitive pay and the chance to be part of an amazing community!
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Have you heard of wax carving but are not sure what it is and how to do it? Check out our beginners guide for jewellers covering the different types of wax, how to calculate the weight of your finished metal piece, how the casting process works, how to make multiples of your designs, what size of ring you should make and much more.
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Would you like to try wax carving?
Or, if you've tried it, would you like to learn how to make a signet ring?
Then I have great news for you! We have a FREE Wax Carved Signet Ring mini-course available for you!
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As jewellers, we have a huge variety of tools available to us and some are definitely used more often than others. For intermediate to advanced level jewellers, one of those frequently used items is a craft drill or rotary tool. Laura-Jayne of Small Dog Silver jewellery shares her knowledge of the Foredom pendant motor/flex shaft to help you make an informed decision when purchasing.
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Does a new year start you thinking about what you'd like to achieve in the coming months? If one of your goals is to develop your jewellery making skills this year then I would love to invite you to take part in the Jewellers Academy Challenge for 2021.
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Thank you to everyone that joined me for the live Diploma open days. It was great to get the chance to speak with you and answer your questions about the Diploma courses.
If you missed them don’t worry! You can watch the replays here.
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We have built on the success of our Diploma programme to bring you an exciting new course for 2021 - the Diploma in Fine Jewellery. This is an intermediate to advanced level online Diploma learning experience which features exciting jewellery techniques, one to one support and feedback from a goldsmith and much more
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We are excited to be opening up for enrolment for our two online Diploma courses but which one is right for you? Here’s a comparison that we hope will help you decide.
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Have you been waiting until Black Friday to stock up on the jewellery making supplies and equipment you’ve had your eye on? We are sharing Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals for jewellers from around the world. Keep checking back here as we will continue to update this post as we find more offers.
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Get 50% off our individual jewellery making and business courses this Black Friday. Click here for a full list of the courses on offer
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Granulation is a really effective technique in jewellery making . But what is it and how is it done?
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As jewellers we work with tools, heat and chemicals. So how do we ensure we do so safely? Take a look at our comprehensive health and safety for jewellers guidance
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Most jewellers have this thing about tools! We love them and can’t get enough of them! But today we are going to talk about one of the main tools for a jeweller - the saw
The jeweller’s saw is used in a number in many forms of jewellery making, from silversmithing, wax carving, and even perspex so it is worthwhile investing in one for your toolbox. And because it is a tool that you will likely have for many years, it is worth taking a little bit of time before buying (or upgrading) to make the right choice for you and your needs.
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