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The Most Exciting Spring 2019 Jewelry Trends

October 19, 2018
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If you’re designing a new collection, you've gotta know about the Spring 2019 jewelry trends!   The overarching trend is the ’80s are back in full force, m’dear! It’s true,…

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The Simple Way to Pay Income Taxes For a Jewelry Business

August 8, 2018
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Probably the biggest question on your mind after becoming a jewelry designer is, “how do I pay taxes?” It's not as difficult as you think to pay income taxes for…

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The Best Background for Jewelry Photography

July 18, 2018

Do I need a white background for my jewelry pictures?   The short answer is, “yes”   You make beautiful jewelry so why not display it in the best way…

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How to Increase Jewelry Sales by Setting Goals

July 17, 2018

When you're trying to increase jewelry sales, lots of strategies work together in order to see results. There's no such thing as a quick fix, but when you do a…

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How Independent Jewelry Designers Can Connect with Celebrities

July 11, 2018

There's a right and wrong way to connect with celebrities. One thing I learned early on in my career as jewelry designer was not all advice is good advice. Even…

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How to Build a Trustworthy Jewelry Brand Using a Little TLC

July 5, 2018

If you're afraid of pricing your jewelry too high, you need to know the importance of building a trustworthy jewelry brand.   When Robin was working for Dogeared, a client…

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Questions to Ask Yourself When Partnering with a Wholesale Jewelry Supplier

June 7, 2018
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If you’re considering partnering with a wholesale jewelry supplier, there are some things you need to know. Maybe you’re wondering what a wholesale jewelry supplier even is or why you’d…

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Too Much Jewelry Inventory? Try These 14 Reduction Strategies for Every Jewelry Business

March 7, 2018

Inventory collecting dust on the shelves is like cash in the bank! Are you a victim of bright shiny object syndrome? Do you buy loads of materials that inspire you…

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Marie Forleo’s B-School: Can It Work For A Jewelry Business?

February 22, 2018

As a jewelry designer or maker, you’re probably interested in moving to online sales. There are so much upside and flexibility for you, but getting traction in a crowded online…

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How To Sell to Retail Stores in 5 Steps

August 4, 2017

As a jewelry designer, I'm asked all the time how to sell to retail stores. You’re ready. You’ve decided selling your jewelry wholesale is right for your brand, but you…

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