Creating an eye-catching and secure display for jewelry requires the perfect balance between organization, attractiveness, and protection. Here are five tips to help you showcase your pieces in-store–beautifully and safely. 1) Utilize a variety of display options Consider combining traditional and creative display choices if you want your jewelry to stand out. We always encourage […]
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The Benefits of Working with a Professional Jewelry Designer
Are you searching for a professional jeweler who can help transform your vision into reality? As a jewelry retailer or designer, finding the right partner to work with is essential. A skilled jewelry designer can bring a unique style and innovation to your pieces while also understanding key design elements such as color combinations and […]
Brass vs Bronze
Brass and Bronze — two ancient metals, famous since ancient times and profoundly influential in human history. While the two metals continue to have a wide range of uses today, many may be unfamiliar with the unique properties and attributes each one has to offer. Today, we’ll examine both metals, exploring their histories, uses, similarities, […]
Gold vs. Gold Plated
Gold has been synonymous with elegance, authority, and opulence for thousands of years. When crafted by a skilled jeweler, it effortlessly lends prestige to any occasion and fashion. Of course, that luxury comes with a cost. Thankfully, options are available for those looking for prestige without the price. Many turn to gold-plated jewelry to maintain […]
7 Ways to Market Jewelry Online to Reach More Customers
With the internet being one of the most popular shopping destinations, it’s no surprise that jewelry retailers and online store owners are running to keep up with the competition. But don’t fret! There is a way to spread your sparkly wares on the web without falling behind, and these seven marketing strategies will give you […]
Jewelry Setting and Gem Mounting – What Technique is the Best Choice for your Next Design?
“Jewelry Setting” and “gem mounting” sound as if they could almost be synonyms for the same process. The two words are very different and introduce how gems are integrated into jewelry. Jewelry setting doesn’t refer to the process of “setting” gems into jewelry. Instead, the term is a noun and references a piece of jewelry […]
Tips for Developing an Effective Business Plan For Your Jewelry Store
If you’ve been thinking of starting a jewelry store, countless things are running through your mind about making it successful. Perhaps there is even a bit of trepidation as you consider the number of factors at play. Don’t worry; with the right strategy and effective business planning, opening up that storefront or e-commerce website could […]
Design Trends We’re Seeing in Jewelry Stores
If you’re a jewelry store owner, you know that industry trends are always changing. But what if we told you there were some design secrets that could help your business stand out from the competition? It’s no secret: trends come and go, and that saying couldn’t be more true in the ever-changing world of jewelry […]
How To Pick The Right Jewelry Manufacturer
When it comes to stocking your jewelry shop or online store, you know that the manufacturer is integral to its success. But with so many different manufacturers available, how can you be sure you’re choosing the right one? Don’t fear– picking a trustworthy and reliable jewelry manufacturer doesn’t have to be rocket science. With some […]
Jewellery and Fashion 101: The style guide you NEED TO READ before buying jewellery for yourself
Finding the jewelry you love is incredibly personal. Deciding how best to compliment individual outfits with the perfect piece of jewelry to accentuate your face, features, and fashions makes things even more complicated. While there might seem to be an almost unlimited amount of considerations and possibilities, we’d like to help cut through the “analysis […]
Moissanite or Diamond – Which is the right choice for your next jewelry design?
From our earliest nursery rhythms, we’re raised to compare a diamond’s shine to the stars’ twinkle. It’s ironic then that moissanite- a gemstone with many similar properties to diamond- has a real otherworldly origin. Moissanite, a gemstone made from silicon carbide, came to us from the stars. It crash-landed on earth with a fallen meteor, […]
Four Questions you MUST Ask Before Selecting a Pendant Chain
Australian artist Christine Porter once famously declared, “I don’t know much about art, but I know what I like.” When it comes to pendants, many jewelry connoisseurs–and even some jewelry designers– could say the same thing. The beauty of a stunning, impeccably crafted pendant speaks for itself. However, the finer details, like the choice of […]
Jewelry Setting and Gem Mounting Technique
“Jewelry Setting” and “gem mounting” could almost be synonyms for the same process. In reality, the two words are very different and introduce us to how gems are integrated into jewelry. Jewelry setting doesn’t refer to “setting” gems into jewelry. Instead, the term is a noun and references a piece of jewelry with an empty […]
Gold vs Gold Plated
Gold has been synonymous with elegance, authority, and opulence for thousands of years. When crafted by a skilled jeweler, it effortlessly lends prestige to any occasion and fashion. Of course, that opulence comes with a cost. Thankfully, options are available for those looking for prestige without the price. To maintain the look of gold jewelry […]
Silver Chain Jewelry Repair
Silver chains can make for some of the most stunning, timeless, and enchanting necklaces–not to mention some of the most beautiful bracelets. Unfortunately, as durable as silver can be, there is always the risk of chains breaking. Thankfully, however, repairing silver chains is often easier than you might think. Learn more about Silver Chain Jewelry […]
7 Tips for Choosing Sterling Silver Chains
Have you been looking for the perfect sterling silver chain? Here are seven great tips for choosing the sterling silver chains of your dreams. The first known pieces of silver jewelry date back to ancient Turkey, around the 4th millennium BC. Since then, there have been times when it has been the most prized metal […]
Sterling Silver vs Pure Silver
If you have an interest in designing silver jewelry, it is crucial to understand exactly which type of silver will best suit your needs. Today, we’re going to take a few minutes to explore the differences between pure silver and sterling silver. By learning more about the attributes of each grade of silver, you can […]
How to Repair Your Sterling Silver Jewelry
Is your sterling silver jewelry broken, and do you want to know how you can repair it? Learn more about jewelry repair here.