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A new MJSA Pavilion will launch in 2025 at JA New York. The “MJSA Showcase” pavilion will bring the latest jewelry-making tools, equipment, supplies, and services to the JA New York show floor, making it even more convenient for buyers to find what they need. The pavilion will debut at the 2025 JA New York Spring Show, March 16-18 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center.  Click here for more details.

A Sisterhood Celebration, sponsored by Columbia Gem House: The final two entries in this year’s Design Challenge come to us from Katy DeWeese, owner of Katy DeWeese Jewelry in Redwood City, California, and Susan Burde, owner of Magick Alchemy in Staten Island, New York. Click here to see this year’s designs.

MJSA Showcase Rhode Island will debut Sept. 29–30 at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, Rhode Island. Rhode Island’s roots in jewelry manufacturing run deep, and this two-day show will celebrate that heritage by showcasing the industry’s finest providers of tools, equipment, supplies, and services. Click here to learn more and register.

In this issue: Get tips and tools for overcoming the chain repair blues, a guide to valuing your business to get top dollar when selling, explore a unique jewelry shopping experience on wheels, and much more! Click here to read the articles.

From awarding scholarships to spurring apprenticeships to providing continuing professional education, the MJSA Education Foundation provides career and training initiatives for anyone with a passion for designing and making jewelry. And thanks to the support of our sponsors and donors, it continues to connect jewelers with rewarding careers. Click here to see all of our sponsors and donors.

Thank you to the Foundation’s Diamond Sponsor:

Prometheus is an inline casting system designed so the crucible is in a horizontal position and aligns perfectly with the flask, allowing for direct, swift pouring of metal. This patented linear system streamlines the process, prevents temperature drops, and minimizes vortices, enhancing casting quality.  Available from MJSA member Stuller Inc. • stuller.com.

Pink Sapphire petals bloom on blackened 18k white gold, accented with white diamonds to create this ethereal choker. Available from MJSA member Norma Wellington Designs • normawellingtondesign.com.