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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...

What Makes a Piece of Jewelry Meaningful?

February 14, 2018 • Karin Jacobson • inspiration • jewelry design

Jewelry is so often used to commemorate an occasion – a birthday, an engagement, a wedding – and when we give it as a gift, we want the piece to be meaningful. But what gives a piece of jewelry real meaning?

Challenge of the New: Creating My Origami Line

January 23, 2018 • Karin Jacobson • design process

It always fascinates me to hear artists describe sudden flashes of inspiration, or ideas for new work that appear fully-formed in their minds. I’ve been lucky enough to experience this creative kismet a few times, but generally design concepts incubate in my brain for a good long time before emerging, ready for execution! This was definitely the case for my new Origami collection. I let the idea simmer for several years before I even began tinkering with drawings. I have always been inspired by paper art, both folded and cut. Taking a flat sheet of metal and turning it into...

How I Work: Making a Custom Diamond Wedding Ring!

January 10, 2018 • Karin Jacobson • custom design • design process • diamonds

See the process of making a custom diamond ring, from start to finish.

Seven Things That Made Me Feel Grateful in 2017

December 31, 2017 • Karin Jacobson • about me

Happy New Year, Everyone!