26. Launching a Jewellery Business Alongside a Full Time Job with Kerry of Thorn & Claw Jewellery

Kerry has a very inspiring story. Her business looks like it’s been going for ten years but it’s been only one year. Her jewellery is incredible and edgy, and I know you’re going to love her story!   EPISODE RECAP   Welcome! This week I am joined by Kerry of Thorn & Claw Jewellery (0:50) Tell us a little about how you got involved in jewellery making (1:42) You have a strong identity as a jeweller. How did you go from your first silversmith class to developing this style? (5:14) You moved on to wax carving as well. What was that like? (7:30) It seems like you’ve really thought about what you want and what brings you joy and have had the discipline to stick with that (9:29) You have amazing branding. How did you do that? (11:15) Tell us about the name of your business (15:08) Your photography is very strong. Tell us about that (17:06) It’s been impressive how you’ve grown your Instagram. Can you share some tips? (22:24) You’ve had some successful giveaways that have grown your audience. Can you share a little about that? (27:49) You started this business with a full time job. Tell us what it was like doing it alongside your job (30:35) What was your bootcamp journey like? (34:17) You set up your website this year and it looks awesome. Is there anything you’d share with jewellers thinking about starting their website? (37:34) Where can people find out more about you? (43:03)   RESOURCES Thorn & Claw Jewellery Thorn & Claw Instagram Thorn & Claw Facebook Jewellers Academy Bootcamp