Typically, the designers we have worked with are independent (not working for a jewelry company). Many designers choose to operate independently however some work for jewelry manufactures, suppliers, or in some cases directly for the retailer. You would want to have a prototype of your jewerly created by a jeweler and an idea of how to market your jewelry to retailers.

If you are interested in designing fine jewelry you may want to visit a JA show (http://www.ja-newyork.com). As far as how much money you will make goes, it would vary depending upon the type of jewelry you are creating, materials, willingness of buyers/licensees, etc.

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