26. Launching a Jewellery Business Alongside a Full Time Job with Kerry of Thorn & Claw Jewellery

<p>Kerry has a very inspiring story. Her business looks like it’s been going for ten years but it’s been only one year. Her jewellery is incredible and edgy, and I know you’re going to love her story!</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>EPISODE RECAP</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Welcome! This week I am joined by Kerry of Thorn & Claw Jewellery (0:50)</li> <li>Tell us a little about how you got involved in jewellery making (1:42)</li> <li>You have a strong identity as a jeweller. How did you go from your first silversmith class to developing this style? (5:14)</li> <li>You moved on to wax carving as well. What was that like? (7:30)</li> <li>It seems like you’ve really thought about what you want and what brings you joy and have had the discipline to stick with that (9:29)</li> <li>You have amazing branding. How did you do that? (11:15)</li> <li>Tell us about the name of your business (15:08)</li> <li>Your photography is very strong. Tell us about that (17:06)</li> <li>It’s been impressive how you’ve grown your Instagram. Can you share some tips? (22:24)</li> <li>You’ve had some successful giveaways that have grown your audience. Can you share a little about that? (27:49)</li> <li>You started this business with a full time job. Tell us what it was like doing it alongside your job (30:35)</li> <li>What was your bootcamp journey like? (34:17)</li> <li>You set up your website this year and it looks awesome. Is there anything you’d share with jewellers thinking about starting their website? (37:34)</li> <li>Where can people find out more about you? (43:03)</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>RESOURCES</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.thornandclaw.com">Thorn & Claw Jewellery</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thornandclaw/">Thorn & Claw Instagram</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/thornandclaw">Thorn & Claw Facebook</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.jewellersacademy.com/bootcamp">Jewellers Academy Bootcamp</a></p> <p> </p>