Whether you're setting up for online photos, retail jewelry displays, or a craft-show booth, it's important to set the right stage for selling your jewelry.
Perceived Values
I suggest you price the work to be attractive to you--profitable. I've written about this before and devote a chapter in my book to getting the price right. Basically, all pricing must start with accurate information about the cost of materials.
Creative Freedom
Discover the individual stories behind a community of gifted entrepreneurs that are adorning the world, piece-by-piece.
13 New Rules of Handmade You Need to Know
Selling handcrafted wares can be a daunting prospect. Here are 13 expert tips from professional sellers to help you achieve success in your business.
Wedding Guest Jewelry Etiquette
You're invited to their big day but unsure what is appropriate attire. Our guide illustrates the jewelry related DOs and DON'Ts of wedding guest decorum.
PANTONE® 2026 Color of the Year: Cloud Dancer
Discover how PANTONE® 11-4201 Cloud Dancer—the serene, airy white chosen as the 2026 Color of the Year—inspires jewelry designs with clarity, calm and limitless creative possibility.
Belt
Craft your unique belts using cone findings and parachute cord. Enhance creations by embellishing them with dazzling Crystal Passions® for a truly memorable and stylish fashion statement.
Tropical Weddings
Tropical-themed weddings are a perfect way to create a special day that feels like a vacation for you and your guests.
Astrological and Zodiac Jewelry
Astrological and zodiac jewelry continues to play to people's need for self-expression. Read on to find some of the latest ways to design with this trend.
10 Things Every Gifter Should Know
Gift-giving can be stressful for all of us at times. This article gives you ten tips to help you in your gift-giving endeavors.
The History of Egyptian Perfume Bottles
Unearth the history of ancient Egypt's perfume bottle industry and learn a little about Egyptian culture along the way.
How to Strengthen Hands and Fingers
How many times have you been working on a beading project, only to have your fingers and hands seize from cramping and fatigue, which force you to take a break?
Ornament
Bask in the rosy aura of this heavenly messenger. This little angel will add a touch of grace to your decorations, bringing a serene presence to any setting.
Two-Piece Christmas Bracelet Set
Using large and small seed beads in the Cellini stitch creates a 3D effect. Katsue Huang's experiments with this technique produced festive Christmas tree and Santa hat motifs.
Clay Clean-Up
Award-winning mixed media artist Lisa Pavelka shares her polymer clay tip for keeping your finished clay project clean free of surface contaminants and any pesky spots.
Make Your Own Inlay Jewelry Easy as 1-2-3
Inlay jewelry is a beautiful way to display stones without the use of traditional setting techniques. Learn more about this exciting trend.
Tree of Life Jewelry
The tree of life is an ancient symbol that appears in numerous cultures the world over. Learn how to incorporate them into your designs for stylish results.
Tell Me a Story with Jewelry
One of the strongest elements of jewelry sales is story. Learn how to incorporate story elements into your jewelry brand with this article.
Display Dilemmas
Learn easy solutions to common display dilemmas when selling your jewelry.
How To Highlight Your Handmade Products
Shows are for showing off. Set your products up for sales success to avoid being lost in the crowd with these tried-and-true practices.
Elephant Jewelry Meaning and Symbolism
Discover how to add lovable pachyderm motifs in jewelry for designs that are hard to forget. Explore this article to learn more.
Can Your Craft Business Support a Family?
Tired of your day job? It might be time to start exploring the idea of full-time self-employment through your home craft business. Consider these factors before making the leap.
Reiki Jewelry: Balance Your Body and Mind
Discover the universal energy known as reiki and how practitioners of this Japanese style of energy healing has growing in popularity in the US.
So You Want to Make Beaded Jewelry
Here's everything you need to know to make jewelry to sell, gift and wear. Discover the basic tools and supplies you'll need and find resources to get going.