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Writer and Editor Claire Eddins, cltphoto

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Writer/editor, award-winning photographer Claire Eddins collects gems, horses, and obsesses over home, art, and design.

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Jewelry Makers

Crafting jewelry, for yourself, gifts to friends and loved ones, donations to beloved causes, or as items to sell, is an extremely personal and rewarding endeavor. Pertinent information for jewelry makers - experienced as well as inexperienced - follows here, whether you strive to find your inspiration and goals; develop your artistic style; devise designs; select materials; learn techniques; command marketing; master selling; prepare for craft shows; succeed at e-commerce; display and package your wares; manage your business, and more. Read-on to discover more about this marvelous, time-honored artistic expression.

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Latest articles in Jewelry Makers

 Orit Harel's Unique Works of Art Benefit Animal Shelters

Jewelry creator Orit Harel talks about becoming a designer, her everyday inspirations and donating a portion of her proceeds to animal shelters.

Sep 27, 2011 – Nancy Harrington

Jewelry Making and Finding Your Style

Artisan jewelers are often advised to create "cohesive" collections and to create a "style" for themselves, but why do we try so hard at it?

May 23, 2011 – Courtney Herz

A Different Approach to Pricing Your Handmade Jewelry

In an effort to be fair to your customers, but obtain the profit you need, you may be lost when it cmoes to pricing. Here's a new approach.

May 2, 2011 – Courtney Herz

Getting Your Handmade Jewelry Seen Online

Sometimes it seems our jewelry will never be found in the sea of online shopping, but here are some tips to be found more easily.

Apr 30, 2011 – Courtney Herz

Craft Show Selling: The Booth Survival Kit

When you are preparing for a craft show, it is easy to overlook necessary items to have in your booth. Here is my Booth Survival Kit.

Apr 26, 2011 – Courtney Herz

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