Devine Designs Jewelry

Enjoy! And remember to share the love! Want to get your treasury featured on my blog? Get my attention! Just include my jewelry in a treasury, and I'll feature it here.

It goes without saying that you should be prepared, of course! These are just a few tips that I have found from my own experience working with retail shops and galleries. DO your homework. Go on-line, visit the store is person, sort of do your detective work first to get a feel what the shop is like and if your work would be a good fit for the shop or gallery. DO get a name. Of the shop owner, gallery curator or manager. Find out who you need to contact. DON'T expect to just walk in without an appointment and get to be seen or to show your work. You won't get anywhere this way. Most galleries will want you to make an appointment to show your work, and that is, if they like what you make. Which brings me to my next point; DO have a line sheet or catalog with you on your first visit. This way you can drop it off, and leave it for the shop owner or gallery director to view at his/her convenience. DO follow up with a phone call or email. I found that most gallery c...

Finally, unveiled, my new website! For your shopping pleasure, please stop by and take a look at my new, stand alone website. Take a look around, there's a catalog section, and a subscribe button to sign up to be the first to know when new products arrive and more! I'm looking forward to having you as a new subscriber! Check it out: DevineDesignsJewelry.com And don't forget to share this with a friend!

It's coming. Are you ready?

Welcome to a showing of member's of PAVA art located at the Octagon Arts Center in Clearwater, Florida. This showing will run from February 18 until March 31. Located inside the Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater center. Some of the artist's work you will find there: Lorraine Ulen Joyce Curvin My work ( Devine Designs Jewelry ) There is an opening reception on Friday, February 26, 7-9 p.m., and all the art is for sale, of course!

I'll consider this part one in this series on making changes in your business. To see my last post, go here . One of the things I decided to spend money on this year is education and marketing. Very important to educate yourself about marketing. What I'm learning is that it is best to try to have a 50/50 split in the time I spend making jewelry and marketing my jewelry. (This formula is what seems to be the best for me at this point in my business, and may not be right for you.) And what I would suggest is to take some classes, read some books or sign up for a free small business counseling session with SCORE in your area. SCORE is a national non-profit organization of business professionals who donate their time to help people with their businesses. You can find SCORE help in your area here . What I have done, and am glad I did, was to purchase some classes on Creative Live . They offer so many classes on so many topics from craft to business; it's well worth th...

Boy, it's been a while since I've done one! Thank you Barbara from "Touch of Silver" for including my crysoprase copper cuff bracelet in this turquoise treasury. Enjoy, and remember to share the love!