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Reading Time: 2 minutes In this uplifting episode of the Pearls of Wisdom Jewelry Podcast, Guy with Southern Jewelry News sits down with Laura Foster of Worthmore Jewelers to celebrate her inspiring journey in the jewelry industry and her recognition as the 2025 Robert Foreman Memorial Scholarship recipient. Laura’s story begins at just six years old with a Christmas bead kit that sparked a lifelong passion for jewelry. From selling handmade pieces as a teenager to earning her BFA in jewelry and metalsmithing from University of Georgia, she built her path through creativity, resilience, and determination. Even early setbacks—like not being accepted into a competitive honors program—became pivotal turning points that led her directly into a professional jewelry career. After college, Laura quickly advanced from bench jeweler to leadership roles before finding her home at Worthmore Jewelers, where she has spent nearly 12 years designing custom pieces, guiding clients through life’s...

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key Takeaways: • The NAJA is hosting an educational webinar on March 21, 2026, focused on the complexities and technical nuances of appraising antique and period jewelry. • Expert sessions will cover critical appraisal topics including the misclassification of antique diamond cuts, factors influencing value like provenance and documentation, and the impact of minor design details. • The program includes a historical exploration of engraved coins used as love tokens and is open to the public with discounted registration for members. Join us on Saturday, March 21, 2026 , from noon to 4:00 PM EST for an in-depth educational webinar exploring the challenges and nuances of appraising antique and period jewelry.  The program opens with Antique Diamond Cuts in Contemporary Appraisal Practice: Mistakes and Misclassification , presented by Celine Rose David, FGA. This session examines how applying modern cut standards to antique diamonds can lead to mis...

Reading Time: 2 minutes Key Takeaways: • Stuller has introduced Vintage Vibes, a new jewelry trend focused on nostalgic, timeless designs with intricate engraving and decorative metalwork. • The collection features unique stone cuts such as antique faceted elongated cushions, old European-cut rounds, and Duchess faceted-cut elongated hexagons. • The trend incorporates Art Deco and geometric influences with hidden details like elaborately designed galleries and subtle surprise accents. (Lafayette, LA) — Stuller introduces Vintage Vibes, a trend that embraces the  romance of the past with designs that feel timeless and full of character. Inspired by heirloom  jewelry and ornate craftsmanship, this trend highlights intricate engraving and decorative  metalwork for those drawn to pieces with depth and story.  Stone cuts such as antique faceted elongated cushions, old European-cut rounds, and Duchess  faceted-cut elongated hexagons bring distinctive cha...

Reading Time: 9 minutes Key Takeaways: • Gold Creations is a family-owned Charleston institution celebrating its 50th anniversary, known for its high-traffic location in the historic City Market and its story-driven hospitality. • The business specializes in exclusive, original jewelry designs inspired by Charleston’s heritage and environment, including the signature Charleston Rice Bead and the Oyster Collection. • Currently led by the second generation, the company is focusing on sustainable growth and continuity, with plans for a second location to serve local customers and the next generation of the family. Gold Creations doesn’t just sit in Charleston’s historic City Market — it moves at the pace of it. Step through the door of the 300-square-foot shop, and you’re inside a kind of retail weather system: four windows, four showcases, and a constant current of foot traffic that Chief Operating Officer Patrick Wolfe estimates at 300 to 400 customers a day. Open seven da...

Reading Time: 5 minutes Key Takeaways: • The Atlanta Jewelry Show is launching RetailFusion and returning BenchFusion to provide comprehensive education for both retail management and technical bench skills. • RetailFusion debuts on March 13, 2026, focusing on business operations, while BenchFusion runs March 14-15, 2026, offering 30 technical sessions on the show floor. • Early registration for these programs is available through January 31, 2026, with discounted rates of $75 for RetailFusion and $150 for BenchFusion. (Atlanta, Georgia) – The Atlanta Jewelry Show is strengthening its role as an industry steward by recognizing education as a core pillar of the event. Through BenchFusion and the newly launched RetailFusion program, the show is investing deliberately in both sides of the jewelry business equation: skilled craftsmanship and strong retail leadership. The Atlanta Jewelry Show has renewed its commitment to robust retail education with the return of pre-show edu...

Reading Time: 3 minutes Key takeaways • Stuller has revealed its comprehensive schedule of events and training sessions for the year 2026. • The offerings are designed to provide jewelers with hands-on experience and professional development opportunities. • Events include workshops, training seminars, and networking opportunities tailored to the evolving needs of the jewelry industry. (Lafayette, LA)  — Stuller is bringing an expanded lineup of in-person events and hands-on training to jewelers in 2026 — all designed to support skill development, connection, and continued growth at every career stage.  The 2026 schedule includes a mix of workshops, educational events, and skill-based training led by industry experts, offering opportunities for both bench jewelers and jewelry professionals to learn, connect, and share expertise.  2026 events and trainings include  Bench Jeweler Workshop – A two-day, hands-on event bringing bench jewelers together ...

Reading Time: 7 minutes Key takeaways • The 2026 JIS Spring show will take place from March 8 to March 10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. • JIS Spring serves as a leading global sourcing hub and strategic meeting point for jewelry retailers, manufacturers, and wholesalers from the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. • The event is specifically timed to showcase new season trends and function as a restocking ground for the global jewelry business. • Miami is a preferred sourcing alternative for many international buyers due to its accessibility, infrastructure, and cultural fluency. (Norwalk, CT) – As international jewelry trade continues to evolve, the JIS Show (Jewelers International Showcase) in Miami Beach, FL is reinforcing its position as the leading global  sourcing hub connecting the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. JIS Spring, taking place March 8 – 10 in Miami Beach, a city long recognized as a crossroads for commerce and cult...