Social Media is now part of almost everyone’s life. It now plays a big role in how people interact with each other. Community is everything and people enjoy being part of a business that brands themselves proactively. If you’re reading this and you don’t have a Facebook page and a Twitter account, stop right now … Continue reading Everybody’s Doing It
As summer transitions into full bloom, craft fair season is upon us once more! For those of you attending as a guest or as a vendor, creating and branding your business is key. From business cards to packaging, we know the tricks to help you succeed! If you are just starting out, the very first … Continue reading Presenting: You!
If you are trying to sell your work and/or make a name for yourself in the jewelry community, there are many things you can do to increase sales. One important step is to simply get your work – and yourself – seen. In this post, we’ll look at a few ways to increase your visibility! … Continue reading Visibility
The Care and Feeding of Customers Customers are the most important part of your jewelry business, care for them and watch your business grow! • Whenever your customer buys from you, make sure you tell them THANK YOU. This seemingly little thing is huge and so often overlooked. • Return customers need to be recognized … Continue reading The Care and Feeding of Customers
Inspiration often appears when you least expect it. When lacking in ideas, many people turn to review their memories, trying to trigger a spark that may lead to a fuller idea or just something slightly more promising. At Seattle Findings, we began brainstorming different ideas that could jump start our new blog project into a … Continue reading An Interview with Tim McCreight (Part I)
Pearls come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. There are 4 main types of pearls: Tahitian, Cultured, Akoya, South Sea. They have been revered throughout the ages for their lovely luster and rarity. Pearls are very delicate, especially when compared to gem stones and precious metals! But with these simple tips, your pearls … Continue reading Pearls ARE Forever!
So you’ve decided to invest in some jewelry making tools. Hooray! A world of creativity is opening to you. But how do you take care of your tools to keep them in good condition for years to come? One easy way to help maintain your tools is to use the right tool for the job. … Continue reading Caring For Your Tools
I have posted before about what inspires me to be creative when it comes to designing jewelry; nature, books and time alone. But one very important thing was not covered in that post, one thing that is incredibly inspiring to me. That “thing”? People, creative people! Our world is filled with people. Many times we … Continue reading 10 Ways to “Act” Like a Creative Person
Inspiration can be a tricky fellow to find, especially when you try to look for it! However, there are a few tricks that you can use to help get your creative juices flowing. Before getting out your tools and materials, pull out a few of your favorite books of photos. When I am working on … Continue reading Get Your Juices Flowing!
It's Inspiration Week here at Seattle Findings! I for one am very interested in hearing about all the places where we can find inspiration for our jewelry designs. Are you like me, inspired by the natural world? Or do urban or industrial settings spark your imagination? Do you get ideas from pictures in books? What … Continue reading Where Do You Find Inspiration?
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