Jewelry Careers
Find gemological and jewelrymaking courses, check out employment prospects, and learn more about jewelry-related careers. Some general resources for making jewelry are also included.
Crafts Report Magazine
This is a great resource for craftspeople. In addition to informative articles, you can find organizations, insurance, and small business assistance.
Fire Mountain Gems
If you want to make jewelry of your own, check out the friendly service at Fire Mountain Gems. I´ve been doing business with them for several years and highly recommend them. (And their catalog is free!)
Gemological Education IGI
Traveling to Antwerp anytime soon? Take one of the International Gemmological Institute´s courses on diamonds or colored stones. Successful completion of the course and test will earn you an ´IGI Diamond Grading Diploma´ or ´IGI Colored Stones Identification Diploma´.
William Holland School of Lapidary Arts
Travel to Georgia for classes in cabochons, chain making, faceting... all manner of things! Each class lasts for a week. Prices are quite affordable.