TIPS for running small jewelry business! How I started and grow. Q&A

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I hope that hearing about my own experience will help you and give you some ideas and tips! :) I plan on making a more in-depth video about growing small jewelry business and earning money from it. In the meantime, check out these other videos about this subject! - How to start a jewelry making business: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYWTZmqDbtufnKc - My jewelry designs as drawings and finished pieces: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWWmiZ2ZeKedm8U - Do this to reach your clients: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaLCc6uJp8iZj7M

[@stephencoster9532]

Hiya again, Basia, Well, fancy that another comment from; because I forgot to say something! The power tools, the saw and the drill? I started using power tools as a schoolboy, learning them in woodworking and metalworking classes. Peer pressure means you can't not use them or show the apprehension you may well feel. But we were taught to use them safely and correctly. Fear is not always a bad thing and can, first off, teach us not to take dangerous tools for granted. Treat them with the respect they deserve, and you should have a lifetime of use without mishaps. Stay safe, Steve xx

[@soumyavk2642]

I agree with you Basia. Decluttering helps me to relax. Makes me happy to see things organized… May you prosper in all your plans. Gud luck dear.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much, Soumya ❤️ Yes, the process of decluttering helps me organise not just documents or stuff, but also my thoughts. It's very beneficial 💕

[@Anna-yl2lp]

19:51 I'm crying, that's exactly the device from hell that inspired my question 😂 I got real bad imposter syndrome after realizing I was so nervous to use it, so thanks 🥰. I also hated drilling at first but that went away after some pieces in which I had to saw out a lot of negative spaces to create leaves and roses. It got fun.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I hope that drilling will get easier for me too 😊 I think the reason why I'm dreading it so much is also due to my technique, I have a suspicion that it's not good. I'll keep practicing! 💕

[@awicken4061]

Would it be fair to say that content creation is actually part of your jewellery business? It boosts your profile, uses many of the same resources as the pieces you make (possibly even the camera doing double-duty with the videos and photographing the pieces), and might connect with similar segments as your market for your jewellery. I love those wave pieces. Really nice.

[@cruisinnc]

Thanks for this! You are so charming and genuine. I enjoy all of your videos and picking up tips from you on your metalsmithing journey. I started mine about a year ago and am slowly building up tools and have built myself a work bench. The struggle is purchasing the silver! Its cost has increased so much in the past few months. Can't wait to see and hear more about Poland. I have a friend from there (whom I haven't seen in many years). And I follow a KZbinr that lives in England now, but is originally from Poland. I love it when she goes back and posts her videos. Best of luck to you!

[@Suboptimalconditions]

I love how you talk about the things you love. They make me want to fall in love with everything more. ❤ thank you.

[@Sadiejewelrydesign838]

Oh my goodness Basia, I just said i'm thinking of selling my jump ring maker because I never use it! But I do like what it does.

[@Stanley-xd1gf]

Hello Basia, when and if possible, show us a little about the region where you live. Poland has wonderful places and you can put both things together, jewelry making and tourist recommendations. Hugs.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Oooh, spoiler alert! 😁 That's exactly what I'll do very soon 🥰 I plan on making a small series and I think you'll like these videos 🥰 Thank you so much!

[@smac3662]

Hi, you mentioned about advertising, but didn't mention anything about where you have advertised or had experience. Since I'm a greenhorn 😂 in the jewelry business any and all information is appreciated. I love also getting perspectives from people who are outside of the US because I find them so refreshing. I lived in another country years ago and I thoroughly enjoyed just spending time with the people & the food.

[@Sadiejewelrydesign838]

And hearing your advice on photography was a big help. Thanks!

[@cheri6785]

I’m so thrilled I found your channel and art❣️ Thank you so much for sharing💞

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I'm so happy you found your way here! Welcome ❤ I hope you will enjoy my videos :)

[@jeffscheurkogel]

Thank you for answering my barrage of questions! Inspiring as always, Basia.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

They were great! I enjoyed answering them, thank you Jeff! 💜

[@gugugugugu4514]

Hey Basia! Wounderful video, more on the things that go on in "the background". It is nice to hear that you improve your buisness, tideous it might be; hopefully it leads to more success in that area!:) If you need or want a personalised website, I can maybe recommend a friend. If you are interested, feel free to propose a way of communication, I send you a portfolio of what they did already (after asking for their consent)!

[@frankmons4889]

Delightful, thank you for sharing 👍💕

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much, Frank! ❤️

[@Waywardquack]

I saw your manta ray jewellery collection a while ago and girl they are so beautiful! You are very talented :)

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much!

[@silverwolf.jewelry]

Thank you so much for answering my questions. Really beautiful to hear them all and really helps to know it'll all work out 😸💙

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I'm very happy to hear that, thank you! :)

[@crowfoot7355]

Thank you for sharing i have been trying things i have never done before which can be very intimidating but after having decent results it takes the fear away and prompts me to keep at it.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Oh absolutely! It gets much easier with each try and with time :)

[@allanthompson9695]

Thanks Basia for sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

My pleasure! I hope it's helpful ❤️

[@SusanLevchik]

Love this Basia. Can't wait to hear about your photography. Your work is truly amazing. Thank you for sharing!

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you so much, Susan! ❤️ Happy you enjoyed it. I can't wait to share that video, hopefully it will be helpful!

[@jeannettesalazar6442]

Beautiful work.😊

[@magdalena9065]

So so happy I found your channel! I’ve started learning silversmithing quite recently and your videos are very helpful . Pozdrawiam, Magda 🙂 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Dziękuję, Magda! ❤️ I'm so happy you're finding value in my videos, I hope they will help you get started and enjoy the process 🥰 Good luck!

[@scottbenson8105]

What I do when I’m using my Pepe tools jump ring maker is before putting the coils in the cutter I put black electrical tape on the back of the coil so the rings don’t go flying, then get a mesh strainer and use warm water and a mild soap and the tape comes right off and the rings fall into the mesh strainer

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

That's a great suggestion, thank you! I will do that next time I'm cutting my jump rings

[@Archtops]

Love your videos! All the Best! OS (Old Silversmith)

[@caitheart1624]

I have a question ive been wondering a while, when you nake rings how do you know what size to make them? Do you wait untill some one orders to put the ring part on? Or do you adjust the size later? Lets say you make a size 7 ring but the person ordering it is a size 9, what do you usually do?

[@khannakritika]

Hello Basia, Love from India!🇮🇳

[@ceciliam7144]

Nice video ❤

[@scottbenson8105]

Do you use replica surface’s for photographing your pieces?

[@nataliasmetanina219]

It's so frustrating to struggle for hours on some piece and then not be able to take good photos of it. It really diminishes all the effort you put in it.

[@Chancethecatthatcan]

I still haven’t figured it out. Can’t afford a professional photographer 🙁

[@Nionearth]

About your hobbies we can be sister..😂😂note: I was a singer but I ate audition and castings as you..too much stress😂I perfectly understanding you..😊

[@pkgoldopalhunting]

Jenbobrae ,great vid , watch your long hair when using rotating devices love your style girl

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Dzień dobry! :)) Oh, absolutely! I ALWAYS put my hair up safely before I work, wouldn't want to lose my head haha 🤣 Thank you so much, I'm happy you enjoyed watching

[@pkgoldopalhunting]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing ha ha i know my spelling is no good , you do great job keep it up, i cut opal and gold prospect, set a bit of jewellery but mainly cut opal

[@tishsmiddy71]

❤🤩 thank you 🌹💋

[@tishsmiddy71]

I believe you will evolve awesomely❤

[@CocoNaty]

Hey Basia, I don’t know if anyone has asked this yet, but as a jeweler how do you post a picture of a cabochon ring that you offer different sizes for? Because I cannot set a stone until I know the size of the customer. I’ve been looking online all over to try to find the answer to this, but there isn’t any information. And when I see pictures of rings on Etsy for other sellers, they look finished, but yet they offer sizes..?? how did they do that? 💁‍♀️

[@charity2727]

You can make a ring or a few rings in a small size, like 5. When the ring sells, ask the buyer what size they need. You can pound the band on a ring mandrel to whatever size requested. If you're using a rawhide mallet it won't hurt your design. It will just gently make it bigger. Hope this helps.

[@CocoNaty]

@@charity2727 thank you yes that helps :)

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Some sellers also make rings to order - they show a finished ring on the photo, and then they make a ring to order, using your requested size. That's how I was making my dainty rings on Etsy. It was possible, because I was using calibrated gemstones, meaning that they were in the same size. Another option is that only the top of the ring is semi-finished and the stone is loosely placed in the bezel (without setting). It looks almost finished, but it's not - after purchasing, the ring is finished to your size. I hope this helps! ❤️

[@CocoNaty]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing yes that helps! Thank you ❤️😄

[@ligitaurbonaite517]

Hi, Im really curious what 50mm lens are you using?:)

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

I've listed it in the video, Canon 50mm 1.8f :)

[@VanessaBasora]

Hi, will you be selling butterfly rings in the near future?

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Yes! I will have a small selection in June/July :) If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, I will make an announcement there. I will also make a post about it here in the community tab on KZbin :) What size you might be interested in?

[@VanessaBasora]

@@TheArtOfMetalsmithing Great! I am a size 8.

[@Celeste0415]

❤

[@scarlettardis2018]

Great video mate

[@TheArtOfMetalsmithing]

Thank you!

[@SilverSeekerCo]

hello thanks again for an inspiring video!!! 💗💓💞