I have a few things to share this week because I’ve lined up and have been hosting so many great interviews for The Stay Gold Collective and with spring approaching, I’ve been attending more in-person events in Asheville. 1. Most recently, I had the chance to talk to Allison Heutshe , who opened a beautiful store in LA last year and has a long history and incredible experience in the jewelry industry. There were so many great takeaways from our conversation, but the one that

Focus was my word going into this year. I felt clear on what I'm building, clear on the work happening behind the scenes, and clear on how I wanted to show up more consistently. The past few weeks, though, my visibility slowed. Some feedback got in my head longer than it should have, and the weight of everything happening in the world didn't help. I found myself hesitating instead of creating. The work continued. The marketing didn't. Recently, the Stay Gold Collective and I

If you’re at the Tucson Gem Show right now, I hope you’re finding beautiful gems, staying (mostly) on budget, and connecting with your jewelry community. Last week, during a welcome call with a new Stay Gold Collective member, they shared this:  “When I logged into the platform, I felt like I wasn’t alone in my studio anymore.” Stay Gold began seven years ago after I noticed something at a trade show. Designers, people who were technically competitors, were sharing informatio

Christina Peabody designs and creates pieces intended for everyday wear and heirloom quality, blending thoughtful aesthetics with skilled craftsmanship. Her work reflects a reverence for classic jewelry-making traditions while making each piece feel personal and wearable for modern life. “Stay Gold Collective has been such a beautiful addition to my life and my business. As a bench jeweler, my work can be incredibly isolating at times. This community has provided not only hel