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Tips & Tricks on Effectively Using Snapchat or Instagram Stories

One way to “bring to life” your brand is through Snapchat or Instagram Stories. Over the last few years, Instagram has become such an integral part of business and branding, it sort of has become a place where jewelry designers, jewelry stores and influencers have gone to display… Read More

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Instagram Tips & Advice for the Jewelry Industry

Probably my most asked question is always in regards to Instagram–what are my biggest tips, how does one utilize hashtags efficiently, when is the best time to post, what type of content is most engaging?  From large companies to small tech blogs, I’ve given my two cents all over… Read More

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Five Things I’ve Learned Through Online Bidding at Auction

All three rings above are from Skinner Auction, won through online bidding From left to right: sapphire & diamond navette ring from Fellows Auction, gold “Love, Peace, Hope” ring from… Read More

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Your Guide to Brimfield Flea Market from Someone Who Has Gone Twice

I decided to go to Brimfield this year, almost instantly after I received the sad news about Jewelry Camp being canceled this summer.  I was eagerly saving my money and planning on attending Jewelry Camp after missing out year after year (I’ve gone only… Read More

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AGS Conclave 2016 Panel Presentation on Bridal Jewelry Trends!

I had the privilege speaking on a panel at the prestigious AGS Conclave held in Washington, DC this past week. AGS Conclave is an annual conference held for the jewelry industry, which features various speakers, workshops and classes to further promote continued learning in this… Read More

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Gem Gossip is Speaking at GIA’S Alumni Chapter Meeting in DC

As I said in the previous post–I will be extremely busy this month with speaking engagements paired with lots of travel! Tomorrow I leave for Washington DC and I’m SO excited! I’ve never been before (besides being in the airport there) and I’m looking… Read More