52. Sonny Bailey-Aird - Make What You Love - from Personal Trainer to Thriving Goldsmith

You may know Sonny Bailey-Aird as a contestant on the All That Glitters jewellery show on the BBC. Sonny is a goldsmith who creates one of a kind pieces of fine jewellery in a rustic style. He runs his own business and we’re excited to have him join us today!   EPISODE RECAP   Can you tell us about your jewellery and how you came to be a jeweller? (1:29) You decided to give jewellery a try - are there any resources that taught you? (3:47) Did you make jewellery at home or how did you set it up? (7:27) What were some of the first pieces you sold? (8:31) You were chosen to be on All That Glitters, what was that experience like? (10:45) Did your making skills improve when you were on the show? (12:16) What was your favorite piece that you made on the show? (14:58) Did you have a piece that was most challenging for you? (15:58) Have you always had the same style or did it develop over time? (17:47) You work a lot with gemstones. Are there any stones that are your favorite to work with? (21:34) You had a little one fairly recently. How do you manage your working life now? (23:18) Do you have any role models? (27:06) What is next for your jewellery business? (29:26) What advice would you give to a jeweller who is just starting out? (32:43) Where can we find you online? (36:00)   RESOURCES Sonny Bailey-Aird Website Sonny Bailey-Aird Instagram   Find Jewellers Academy on Instagram and Facebook!