February 17th, 2007 at 11:35 pm
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I am on a journey that I would like to share with other jewellery makers out there, and the journey is to make great jewellery and sell it! I’d ideally like to make a living from it if I can.
I have plans to find a niche, approach galleries and independent jewellery shops, visit a variety of bead shops and sites (which I will review) and teach myself new techniques which I will share with you!
I also would like to add plenty of links to other similar sites and forums to give us all creative inspiration. I also have plans to add interesting video tutorials that I comes across!
I understand the world isn’t short of jewellery designers but I hope to find the key to standing out and making a statement, while selling jewellery at the same time.
I have plans to find a niche, approach galleries and independent jewellery shops, visit a variety of bead shops and sites (which I will review) and teach myself new techniques which I will share with you!
I also would like to add plenty of links to other similar sites and forums to give us all creative inspiration. I also have plans to add interesting video tutorials that I comes across!
I understand the world isn’t short of jewellery designers but I hope to find the key to standing out and making a statement, while selling jewellery at the same time.
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HI Kate, are you in the UK? If you are then I have an offer that you may be interested in that would give you some free advertsing. Drop me an email and I’ll explain further.
Best regards, John.
February 22nd, 2007 at 8:03 amHi, I am interested in Jewellry making and have been looking for courses/ways to get into it. It would be great to chat with you sometime. Take care
January 20th, 2008 at 6:03 pmHi,
February 1st, 2008 at 11:17 amI make jewelry too and just wanted to say come look at etsy.com. Its like ebay for handmade stuff (and not auctions but like the buynow option). Definatly a great place for crafters and worth reviewing!
Hello Kate,
I have come across your website and like your articles. I just wondered when you atrted selling your jewellery what sort of insurance did you have as I would love to try and sell my bracelets but wondered if insurance was required.
Thanks in advance
Nayasha
February 8th, 2008 at 5:04 pmHi Kate,
I stumbled upon your site by accident just today. I’ve always loved nature’s amazing stones, and have just started making jewellery.
Your site is fabulous and has loads of great tips from someone who is further down the journey than I am. I just wanted to write and say thank you: first for putting the time in to ‘write up’ and share your knowledge, and for sharing your thoughts in a way that is easy to follow and attempt. It’s brilliant!
Very much appreciated. I’ll definitely check your blog regularly!
All the best,
Laura
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February 15th, 2008 at 6:39 pmHi Kate
February 18th, 2008 at 8:26 pmWhat a great blog! Full of interesting facts and tips, and the photos on the “how to” sections are really helpful. The semi-precious stones look wonderful too.
Where can I get really good quality findings for my jewellery? I am looking for sterling silver clasps and larger toggles etc for heavier pieces.
Best wishes,
Jill
Hi Kate,
Just found yr video on youtube. I was so impressed with the way you explained making basic earrings, it was a lot simpler as opposed to other videos. I’m new to jewellery but like yourself, want to create my own unique styles.
All the best for your jewellery adventure
March 13th, 2008 at 6:27 pmHi Kate,
I found your gemstone website today and also your blog. I have been looking for a gemstone supplier in the uk for some time so am glad to find your great site. I also wanted to say a big thank you for this blog and all the clear information you have included. I have wanted to make simple but beautiful jewellery using gemstones for a while but haven’t, until now, been able to find the clear, simple information I needed to get started. Thank you.
All good wishes,
March 19th, 2008 at 10:05 pmEmma
Hi Kate
I have in the last couple of days decided I want to make jewellery and have started researching on the net when I found your site. It is very interesting and informative and has given me a further boost to do this. Well done in all that you have achieved so far and good luck with your future. I will be checking back regularly.
Good luck in all you do.
Elaine
April 14th, 2008 at 9:38 amHi Kate
I have now found someone who can maybe put me out of my misery! I have been searching the www for the last two months trying to learn about findings and things. I am now retired and have had an interest in making anything from wood and I am now making some pendants, bangles etc. from some of the beautiful exotic hardwoods I have collected over the years - but in searching the www I find a distinct lack of any info on ‘making wooden jewellery’ - is it not at all wanted?
April 20th, 2008 at 9:04 pmI could, if you are at all interested, e-mail a photo of some I have prepared for finishing, once I have obtained the required findings, clasps etc. You may be able to suggest a way forward for me. It would be very much appreciated.
I look forward to your reply, kind regards.
James Lowthian
What a great blog! Full of fascinating facts and advice, and the photos on the “how to” sections are really helpful. The semi-precious stones look astonishing too.
You guys can have a look at my site for articles on jewellery maintenance,new!!
May 12th, 2008 at 12:13 pmMonica
hi i was searching to find some pmc and i bompd to ur wbsite.I like ur wire work it is very neat. I design and make jewellery too. but ma aim is to design and make at least 50 pieces of jewellery (mainly siler and gold pmc)then sell them in an exhibition in oxford,I will give 20% of the money to a charity calld save the afghan orfan children. I am starting ma a2 soon but I can’t decide whether to study architecture or art and design at uni, then narrow it down to designing and makign jewellry.Did u or do u study art and design at uni? soon Im gonna ave ma own wbsite so you can ave a look at my designs. Do u think its unusual for a boy to design and make jewellery ? I absolutely love it.
June 4th, 2008 at 8:36 pmHi
I love your site - inspiring ideas. However, I have some brooch bars and don’t know how to cover the bar - I have made some bead drops from the 5 holes but it needs something else over where the holes are - any instructions on using brooch bars?????
any help much appreciated
June 18th, 2008 at 11:52 amHi Kate
Stumbled upon your blog this evening - it’s wonderful that you’re sharing your experience. I also make jewellery, mainly with semi precious stones and sterling silver when I can find the time. I’ve reached the stage where I would like to do silversmithing too! Saw your products website - have you considered selling findings as well (sterling silver, vermeil, wire etc?
August 10th, 2008 at 12:08 amHi Kate,
I am about to embark on jewellery making as a side-line to my holistics business. I thought it would be nice to display a few peices in my treatment room on the run up to Christmas!
I have made few necklaces for friends as birthday gifts and they have been well received!
I just wanted to say that your wesite is excellent. Well laid out with plenty of good information. Your enthusiasm for this topic is infectious!
My husband bought me all the equipment to start PMC work for christmas a few years back but as yet ive not used it as ive no idea where to start! Ive only got a small amount of PMC and want to make something special but as yet iv got too many ideas - all of which are too complicated!!
Anyway…enough rambling. Thanks for the inspiration. Your work is absolutely delightful.
August 19th, 2008 at 5:23 pmEmma X
Hi Kate..
The blog is looking fab.. love the new layout!
I wanted to get in touch and share my new vintage range with you, but I’ve lost your email address!
Please can you get in touch and I’ll tell you all about it!
Hope your well.
Take care
Rachel x
August 19th, 2008 at 8:49 pmHi Kate, what a great site this is. i have been thinking about starting to make jewellery as a hobby . It is something that I would love to have a go at. I was browsing the net today and came across your site. Congratulations its great and very helpful. thanks it has inspired me to look into it more now. xx
August 26th, 2008 at 9:59 amLove your web-site, found it very helpful..I have been doing “art glass” for over 30 years now. Started fusing about 15 years ago (bought a kiln)and then bead making about 3 years ago..am teaching myself silver-smithing. love all kinds of glass..I am posting a few things on www.torchfairy.etsy.com ..not very good on computer so it takes a lot of time when I could be working on my stuff..I have my art in an Artisan shop in a local winery.. Like the look of your web-site and your simple instructions..
September 3rd, 2008 at 10:31 pmHi,
September 7th, 2008 at 9:51 pmI am 12 years old and I have started jewellery making with beads, it is great. I was wondering if you knew what you can make out of chains, as I want to strech my jewellery making even further.
Thanks.
Elmo.
Hey Kate-
Interested in some marketing/advertising opportunities with your site. Email me - I’ll tell you more about what I’m looking for.
Nice Jewelry btw
Thanks.
December 23rd, 2008 at 8:12 amAri
Hi Kate,
I love your site…would you be interested in a link exchange with mine!?
check it out and contact me if you are interested.
kirsty x
February 4th, 2009 at 10:18 amHi Kate,
March 31st, 2009 at 12:25 pmI happened to find your website when I was searching for Bluesteak Beads (which I found, and is another excellent website for jewellery makers). I took up making jewellery as a hobby since suffering a very nasty bout of anxiety and depression last year. My sister bought me some jewellery kits for Christmas and I have been “hooked” ever since!!! it is wonderful therapy for me and I have given away lots of pieces to my friends (who were extremely kind to me during that time. I love your ideas, and I wish I could buy some of your lovely jewellery. You have given me more inspiration and I will certainly keep your website on my “favourites”. Do you publish a newsletter?
thank you Kate, and I wish you all the very best with your jewellery adventure.
Dorothy xx
Making jewellery seems to me to an ideal hobby/business for disabled folk like me. I had to give up paid work recently because of my chronic spinal disease and am looking for a hobby that I can do sitting down. I did stone tumbling and made necklaces years ago and really enjoyed it. Also, the products maybe suitable for selling on if the standard of work is good like yours is Kate.
Is there anyone out there who is physically disabled that has taken up jewellery making as a hobby and business?
Cheers - Mike (York)
June 6th, 2009 at 1:53 pmHi Kate, Im an A level design and technology student and for my a level project i am producing group jewellery for such things as school leavers, or sports teams winning a final. I’m new to the art of Jewellery making and any information you could give me would be kindly appreciated. I’m focussing on producing a wide range of styles in rings, necklaces and bracelets. Information on materials, processes market trends would be great, im visiting the jewellery quarter in Birmingham soon and will hopefully become wider knowledged. Thankyou Jamie
June 28th, 2009 at 7:48 pmHi Kate,
I would like to inquire if it would be possible to sponsor the site? If this is possible could you please contact me?
Regards,
Louis Jones
July 27th, 2009 at 9:59 amHi Kate,
I think the site looks great! Basically I am looking to get a blog on a jewellery site with a link in it to a jewellery that specialises in really lovely beads.
Would it be possible to get a blog with a link in it on your homepage?! I can provide the content for it.
Please let me know,
Ginny Deacon Elliott
October 16th, 2009 at 1:31 pmHi Kate,
Are you looking for any advertisers at the moment? id be keen to advertise on your blog ! Please feel free to email me if so.
Thanks,
Scott
November 5th, 2009 at 4:42 pmHey, I’m a 14 year old from Scotland who has been a member of her school jewellery club for just over a year. I love working with silver and looking at your site I have seen soem awesome ideas so thanks.
xxx
February 11th, 2010 at 7:16 pm