Getting a jewelry business loan is intimidating. But getting financing to fuel your small jewelry business can help you get to the next level. How do you start?

How to Get a Jewelry Business Loan

Bank loans are intimidating. But getting financing to fuel your small jewelry business can help you get to the next level. How do you start? What do you need to do? What if you get rejected for a jewelry business loan? You have questions and we have answers.

In this article we’ll go over why you should edit your jewelry photos before posting them online as well as how to clip them and the best fr

by Janelle Hinesley

Editing & Clipping Your Jewelry Photos

In this article, we’ll go over why you should edit your jewelry photos before posting them online as well as how to clip them with the best free software options available!

Learn about the major contributors to the silver jewelry supplies trade to make better informed sourcing decisions.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

Silver Jewelry Supplies by Nation of Origin

The silver jewelry trade has a rich history. There are centers of production in the world where jewelry manufacturing took root generations ago. These market leaders are each known for different strengths. Learn about the major contributors to the trade to make better informed sourcing decisions.

by Kelli Vanyek Greene

Exhibiting in Jewelry Wholesale Shows - lock

Is your jewelry business ready to take on wholesale accounts or are you looking to find new retailers for your brand? Learn the benefits of exhibiting your line at a jewelry wholesale show.

Jewelry plating explained! Learn about the process and why jewelers and manufacturers use plating.

by Sylvie Alusitz

Jewelry Plating: Why and How it’s Used - lock

This blog explains the process of metal plating, why jewelers and manufacturers use it, and some general information to help you make informed decisions on purchasing and production.

Are you interested in having a line of your jewelry plated with gold or silver? The process of electroplating can be overwhelming so we made

by Kelli Vanyek Greene

Jewelry Plating Contractors - lock

Are you interested in having a line of your jewelry plated with gold or silver? The process of electroplating can be overwhelming so we made a list of jewelry plating contractors that would be happy to provide the service for you.

Whether you are ready to start working with a jewelry casting contractor or are just curious to see what services are out there you should c

by Kelli Vanyek Greene

Jewelry Casting Contractors - lock

Whether you are ready to start working with a jewelry casting contractor or are just curious to see what services are out there you should check out our list of U.S. companies ready to help out small jewelry businesses.

by Adriane Dalton

How To Guest Write For A Jewelry Publication - lock

Guest writing for a jewelry blog or publication is a great way to expand your brand reach and authority. Adriane Dalton, editor of Metalsmith Magazine, gave us great tips for improving confidence in your writing and how to pitch your ideas.

Curator Bella Neyman gave some great tips on showing your collection in jewelry exhibitions and some new ideas on where to look for one.

by Bella Neyman

How to Use Jewelry Exhibition Opportunities to Build Your Business - lock

Being an artist isn’t easy, not only do you need to make work but then you also have to sell it. How do you stand out in the competitive jewelry space? Read Bella Neyman's advice on using jewelry exhibitions as a strategy for getting exposure for your brand.

Learn about the top 10 cash flow culprits for jewelry businesses from Mariel Diaz and her recommendations on how to improve your business to avoid them.

by Mariel Diaz

10 Cash Flow Culprits in your Jewelry Business

Check out this guest article from Mariel Diaz. Her financial tips for jewelry business owners will help you keep your business on track and earning money.

Learn about Halstead's Jewelry Quality Assurance Program using precious metal lab testing as part of a regular quality control plan.

by Ashley Maldonado

Halstead Jewelry Quality Control

We understand you only want to give your customers the best. That’s why we take great care in our jewelry quality assurance so all items we sell are up to standards. In addition to only buying from reputable vendors, we send items for quality control lab testing. Read more about our quality control procedures.

by Hilary Halstead Scott

Pricing Your Jewelry

Pricing your jewelry can be one of the trickiest aspects of running a jewelry business. We've created an interactive tool and accompanying free webinar to help you make sure you are not only covering your costs but making a living wage.

The holidays are overwhelming for most small jewelry business owners. Read our top tips on how to survive and thrive during the busy season.

by Ashley Maldonado

Small Jewelry Business Holiday Checklist

The holiday season is both the best and most stressful time of the year for small jewelry businesses. Stay organized and make it your most successful season with these tips. This blog was updated in 2020.

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