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What's in My Jewelry Box - A Peek at My Collection

October 08, 2019 • Karin Jacobson • about me • inspiration

In previous posts, I’ve had a lot of fun showing off the jewelry that I’ve created. But one of the great joys of going to shows and meeting other designers is getting a chance to see and own some of their gorgeous creations. Now it’s time to show off some jewelry by friends and colleagues!

How I Push Past Creative Blocks and Find Inspiration

March 07, 2018 • Karin Jacobson • about me • design process

I’ve met Designer’s Block so many times that I’ve come up with some strategies for evading her grasp! Many of them are my go-tos even when I’m not feeling blocked and just want to explore new design ideas. Any time I need to start a new project or cook up new jewelry designs, here’s where I start...

Seven Things That Made Me Feel Grateful in 2017

December 31, 2017 • Karin Jacobson • about me

Happy New Year, Everyone!

Inspiration and Relaxation in Greece and Italy

November 16, 2017 • Karin Jacobson • about me • inspiration • travel

Come with me to Greece and Italy! This post is a travelogue of my recent trip.

Would you like to know a little bit about me?

January 06, 2016 • Karin Jacobson • about me

I got my first taste of jewelry design while attending the Perpich Center for Arts Education, a fine arts high school in Minneapolis. That beginner class led to an apprenticeship, starting the summer I graduated from high school, and turned into a job working as a bench goldsmith for the next 7 years, during which I also attended college and graduated (summa cum laude, with a degree in History!) from the University of Minnesota. It was with this practical jewelry education and (okay, a little impractical) liberal arts education, and most importantly my burning desire to make my own designs,...