MJSA is the trade alliance dedicated to professional excellence in jewelry making and design. By tapping into the collective strength of our community, MJSA members find the expertise, connections, and support needed to maintain quality, reach new customers, and succeed.
The second entry in this year’s MJSA Design Challenge is from Kassandra Nicholson, owner of Kassandra Nicholson Jewelry Inc. in Los Angeles. 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 from the project’s sponsor, Columbia Gem House. Click here to here for more.
Responsible Sourcing Initiatives: Discover how bold ideas, grassroots efforts, and a new approach to sourcing are quietly transforming the jewelry supply chain. Click here to read this month’s articles.
The MJSA Mentor & Apprenticeship Program (MAP) is helping to create connections to new career paths through both a comprehensive training program and a promotional series of videos celebrating careers designing and making jewelry. Click here to learn more.
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:
Promotions from MJSA Members
April 21, 2025
Designed for weighing precious stones and gold, the Tanita 1479J2 scale offers a 1,000 carat (200 gram) capacity with 0.5 carat (0.1 gram) readability. Featuring a black oxide film-coated stainless-steel tray and a reverse blue backlit display for easy visibility, it provides six measurement modes: carat, gram, troy ounce, pennyweight, ounce, and grain. Available from MJSA member Stuller Inc. Click here for more details.
April 21, 2025
Embrace the spirit of the seas with this necklace featuring a crescent moon motif with delicate aquamarine gemstones, surrounding a center that captures a piece of a special adventure. Handcrafted in recycled sterling silver and 14k gold vermeil, the New Moon Necklace by Captain Kate can be personalized with sand or earth from a special location. Available from MJSA member Dune Jewelry. Click here for more details.
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