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Designer Spotlight: Johanna Wood

By Tracy Matthews | May 23, 2014

A brief story of what you do and why you do it. It's a compulsion?  I just feel like this is what I should be doing and I can't/don't want…

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Happy Birthday to Tracy!

By Tracy Matthews | May 21, 2014

Yep, it’s true..today is my birthday (yikes & yay)!! It’s a tradition for me to take the day off from work….and to sing Karaoke on my birthday. So I’ll be…

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Designer Spotlight: Pam Millershaski

By Tracy Matthews | May 16, 2014

A brief story of what you do and why you do it. Using dominoes and scrabble tiles, I create unique and glamorous necklace, bracelets, and earrings. I believe women should…

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Secrets to Effortless Sourcing For Your Jewelry Business

By Tracy Matthews | May 13, 2014

Today, you are in luck! I am thrilled to be talking with Matthew Burnett today! Matt is the CEO and Co-Founder of Maker's Row, an online marketplace for American manufacturers.…

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Designer Spotlight: Heather Jean

By Tracy Matthews | May 9, 2014

A brief story of what you do and why you do it. HOW DID YOU GET INTO JEWELRY DESIGN? In late 2009, I had what was supposed to be a quick…

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Can You Work Part Time While Running a Full Time Business? Heck Yes!

By Tracy Matthews | May 6, 2014

By Robin What’s the point of having your own business if you don’t get to make up some (if not all) of the rules? I was talking with a couple…

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Designer Spotlight: Katy Mims

By Tracy Matthews | May 2, 2014

A brief story of what you do and why you do it: I design everyday elegance. I love mixing the softness of freshwater pearls with the edge of oxidized metals.…

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Which Corporate Entity is Right for Your Jewelry Business

By Tracy Matthews | April 29, 2014

Have you ever wondered how your jewelry business should be legally structured? Do you stay a sole proprietor or convert to some sort of corporation? It can seem complicated because…

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Designer Spotlight: Debra Mary Hess

By Tracy Matthews | April 25, 2014

A brief story of what you do and why you do it: I design and make jewelry, which I sell in several nearby communities and also from my website. I…

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The Big Reveal about Copyrights and Trademarks for Jewelry Designers

By Tracy Matthews | April 22, 2014

Have you always been curious about copyrights and trademarks and what the difference is? Have you ever wondered if you should be using them in your jewelry business? Do legal…

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