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Matilda Cleary, an environmental scientist from New South Wales with a deep connection to the rugged Outback, is the inspiration for this year’s design challenge. The annual challenge tasks a handful of designers with creating a unique piece of jewelry based on a fictional narrative and a collection of responsibly sourced gemstones. Sponsored by Columbia Gem House. To read more about this year’s Challenge click here. 

Jeweler and metalsmith Patrick McMillan is currently the director of The Bench, located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, a creative and educational studio offering personalized instruction, tools, and workspaces to aspiring and experienced jewelers. In this episode, McMillan discusses his essential tools and explains the key role that each plays in his work. Click here to watch. Sponsored by Rio Grande.

Plan ahead for next year’s tradeshows, conferences, and educational seminars with the 2025 MJSA Events Calendar. The online edition offers location and keyword search capabilities and provides detailed information on industry events the world over. Click here to view all upcoming events and shows.

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:

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:

Recently updated, the Durston 12 inch guillotine shear now has a table and guide that allows wider sheet metal to be fed and cut. Other new features include an upgraded backstop with smooth bearing guides that can be tightened by hand for quick lock and release. It also features a square drive system designed to ensure maximum torque is transferred from the pull-down bar through to the blade, resulting in smoother cuts with less force. Available from MJSA member Contenti Co. Click here for more details.

Inspired by the exotic beauty of tropical flora, these stud earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold to capture the essence of fan-like fronds found on ruffled palm trees. The polished surface gleams with a touch of elegance, while the sprinkling of round-cut diamonds adds a mesmerizing sparkle. Available from MJSA member YOKI. Click here for more details.