269. Overcoming Obstacles: How Jane Taylor Built a Thriving Jewellery Business

In this week's episode of the Jewellers Academy Podcast, Jess talks with fine jeweller and tutor Jane Taylor, to talk about her creative journey into jewellery making. From childhood badge-making to running her own boutique jewellery store in Godalming, UK. Jane shares about the winding road that led her to jewellery. From early experiments with polymer clay, to leaving an apprenticeship in search of creative freedom, to building her own brand and shop that's now part of a thriving creative hub. Jane shares the lessons she's learned through decades in the industry, including working for other jewellers, surviving economic recessions, navigating motherhood and illness, and finding deep fulfillment in teaching. Now a mentor on our Advanced Jewellery Diploma Programme, Jane reveals how she's helping the next generation of jewellers unlock their potential while continuing to push her own creative boundaries. Whether you're dreaming of launching a jewellery business or already crafting behind the bench, Jane's story is full of heart, resilience, and invaluable wisdom. About Jane Taylor Jane specialises in bespoke handmade jewellery, working with client commissions and one-off pieces with beautiful gemstones. She ran her own shop Taylormade, a in Godalming High Street for nearly 20 years and has since moved to a studio in Surrey, creating her pieces and teaching in-person classes. Her work is available from the Jewelled Boutique in Hambledon as well as online. Jane is a mentor on our Advanced Diploma course and is also one of the tutors at Jewellers Academy Brighton. https://jewelled.co.uk/ @jewelledgodalming   Our brand-new Collet Setting course taught by Jane Taylor is now available at an Early Bird price of 50% off. Learn more and enrol now https://www.jewellersacademy.com/collet-setting   Check out in-person workshops at Jewellers Academy Brighton, including those taught by Jane https://www.jewellersacademybrighton.com/