The Source Wrapped: 2021
HAPPY NEW YEAR, Lovely readers and EM Community!!!
Wow, we made it through another Covid year. Seriously, give yourself a pat on the back. Ever since The Source launched in October 2020, you’ve supported us and been the reason we keep writing and sharing our content. We thought it would be interesting to look back and see which of our original Source articles were your favorites!
So, without further ado, our….
TOP 5 MOST-READ ARTICLES OF 2020-2021
(based on view count)
Graphic credit Christina Malle
#1
Detoxing a Jewelry Studio----Start Here
by Christina Malle
This article is the perfect guide for all those who are looking to have a greener, safer jewelry studio. Learn about several toxic materials and how to get rid of or dispose of them!
How do you price your own work?
#2
Pricing—The Hardest Part?
by Christina Malle
Have you ever struggled with pricing your sparkly creations? Or, maybe you know someone who has? Read this article for a bounty of tips and tricks.
Brad Brooks-Rubin representing the United States at the 2013 Kimberley Process Intersessional 2013 meeting.
#3
Brad Brooks-Rubin on the Kimberley Process and Sustainable Development
by Chloe Beaumont
In this interview article, Chloe and Brad talked about his foray into the jewelry space via the Kimberley Process. Does the KP still work? What is a conflict diamond anyway? Read this for Brad’s take.
Granules of Pure Gold Photo Credit: Christina Malle
#4
What Constitutes “Recycled” Gold?
by Christina Malle
Recycled is a nice sounding word, but what does “recycled gold” really mean? Christina’s first article has continued to be popular all year, as she addresses this issue in great detail.
Illustration by Alyssa Lown.
#5
The Enemy of the Better
by Kyle Abram
If you are ready to be challenged, (in a good way) dive into our newest author Kyle’s piece that discusses why so often, people in the jewelry industry settle for “good enough.”
A SPECIAL SHOUT OUT
We also wanted to give a special shout out to members of our team that are crucial to the Source’s success, but work behind the scenes:
Tessa Tumyol (@Pixelton Designs)
Our amazing graphic designer Tessa builds our Source posts and designs many of our social media graphics. She’s also designed several of our Section Headers!
Samantha Wood
Samantha is responsible for our Social Media presence on Instagram, Facebook, and more. We are happy to have her on board!
Kathleen Lynagh House
Our Head of Graphics and Web Design, Kathleen keeps everything looking beautiful (and readable!) We are so grateful for her leadership.
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