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MJSA Releases Its New ‘Buyer’s Guide’
The guide is a resource on the equipment, supplies, and services needed to make, sell, and repair jewelry.
The “Buyer’s Guide” includes a list of MJSA member suppliers and subcontractors who offer jewelry-making products and services.
New York—MJSA has published its annual “Buyer’s Guide” for 2024 to 2025.
The 192-page printed guide is a resource for jewelry manufactures and designers, focusing on information about equipment, supplies, and services needed to make, sell, and repair jewelry.
Topics in this edition of the book are organized into eight categories, titled “Beads,” “Business Equipment and Services,” “Chain,” “Contract Manufacturing Services,” “Findings,” “Gemstones,” “Packaging and Displays,” and “Tools and Equipment.”
It also includes a list of MJSA member suppliers and subcontractors who offer jewelry-making products and services, and a list of schools.
Additionally, the resource features an article section, including one on how to make the best possible investments.
Another article by Al Gilbertson, the product manager of cut-research at GIA’s Carlsbad laboratory, gives an overview of how to determine if a piece of jewelry is “fit for purpose,” meaning if its design matches its intended use.
In another, three award-winning designers describe their favorite gemstone purchases and the piece that they created with the stone.
A trend forecast for 2025 by Le Vian is also included, detailing designs and collections for the next year.
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The 192-page printed guide is a resource for jewelry manufactures and designers, focusing on information about equipment, supplies, and services needed to make, sell, and repair jewelry.
Topics in this edition of the book are organized into eight categories, titled “Beads,” “Business Equipment and Services,” “Chain,” “Contract Manufacturing Services,” “Findings,” “Gemstones,” “Packaging and Displays,” and “Tools and Equipment.”
It also includes a list of MJSA member suppliers and subcontractors who offer jewelry-making products and services, and a list of schools.
Additionally, the resource features an article section, including one on how to make the best possible investments.
Another article by Al Gilbertson, the product manager of cut-research at GIA’s Carlsbad laboratory, gives an overview of how to determine if a piece of jewelry is “fit for purpose,” meaning if its design matches its intended use.
In another, three award-winning designers describe their favorite gemstone purchases and the piece that they created with the stone.
A trend forecast for 2025 by Le Vian is also included, detailing designs and collections for the next year.
MJSA members will automatically receive a free copy of the Buyer’s Guide. If a member would like an additional copy, they can purchase it for $10.
It is $35 for non-members.
The print edition is available on MJSA’s website, or by calling Membership Director Betty Costa at 800-444-6572, ext. 3050 or emailing her at betty.costa@mjsa.org.
For more information on this year’s edition of the Buyer’s Guide, visit MJSA’s website or call 800-444-6572.
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