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Jewelry Design Ideas - Get Inspired

by Judy Ellis
Probably the most challenging aspect of jewelry making once you know how is to come up with unique designs that people want to buy. This article is to help you find inspiration that when filtered through who you are produces unique pieces that your customers connect with and want to buy.
Cultural influences spark top jewelry inspiration.

Each culture offers unique aesthetics beyond standard beauty.

Visit libraries or research online for ideas.

Explore continents broadly, then focus on indigenous art, daily life, language for shapes, textures, materials.
For example, in East Indian culture, gold and silver tones dominate, enhancing any color they're paired with.

You might create pieces rich in gold and combine them with vibrant, bold stones.

The result is an eye-catching work of art that captures attention and radiates luxury.

There's also a strong emphasis on intricate detail and decadent design in this culture.
Another source of cultural inspiration comes from the geometric simplicity of Asian clothing and architecture.

Other cultures also offer distinct art, stories, and artifacts that can spark creative ideas.

Even modern culture can inspire you think of skyscrapers or concrete, and use gray labradorite stones to represent that sleek, urban aesthetic.
Another powerful source of inspiration for your designs is nature.

You can draw from living, organic forms or from the haunting beauty of burned-out forests.

Wind, rain, water, and sand all offer endless creative possibilities.

Start by identifying what you love most in nature and what you feel deeply connected to, then narrow down what truly inspires you.
Another area of inspiration is from other designers.

Look at their works of art and start cataloging what it is about the various pieces that you love.

Assess their qualities and define where they got their inspiration from.

Working backwards from the end product will help you find your way to your own pieces.
The most important thing is to find and then stay true to your own unique artistic vision.

This thematic expression that you create is what will intrigue and connect you with your customers and keep them coming back to buy more of your pieces.

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