Visit us at Booth 618 at the Midwest Jewelry Expo. The Twin Cities and Midwest chapters are hosting a booth to welcome new and current members. Stop by to see the new WJA tote bag and learn about upcoming events.

March 30

Midwest Jewelry Expo Networking Breakfast

Members and prospective members are invited to stop at Booth 618 for coffee, rolls, and networking. The breakfast begins at 9 a.m. for exhibitors and runs 10 a.m. – Noon for show attendees.

May 18

Designer Showcase

Jewelry designers are invited to apply to exhibit at the WJA Twin Cities Designer Showcase scheduled for 1-5 p.m. Sunday, May 18 in Minneapolis. Contact Janel Russell at janel@janelrusselldesigns.com for an application. This inaugural event will showcase the fresh designs of jewelry artists in the greater Twin Cities area for retailers throughout the region. Discover a new line.

July

Speech coaching.

This is your opportunity to learn the tips and tricks from those who have been there before you. Watch for more details.

September 15

Colored Stones with Doug Hucker

We are thrilled to welcome Doug Hucker, CEO of AGTA, to share his insights about the opportunities and profit in colored stones.

November

Holiday party

Watch for details.

We also are planning two members-only events later this year. Stay tuned for more!

Recent Chapter Events

September 10

Perfect Pearl Stringing Workshop

Women's Jewelry Association-Twin Cities invites WJA members to learn pearl stringing techniques with a hands-on workshop featuring instructor Liz Bucheit of Crown Trout Jewelers.

6 p.m. wine, appetizers, networking

7 p.m. workshop

The Party Room

Calhoun Beach Club Apartments

2900 Thomas Avenue South

Minneapolis

parking available in the ramp

Since it's all about immediate gratification, all attendees will receive a mini-stringing kit with materials to complete a single strand, knotted pearl bracelet! Bring your own magnifier glasses if needed.

This is a members-only event, so if you haven't joined yet, this is the perfect opportunity to do so.

Cost is $35 for the evening, including the stringing kit.

YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE! Contact Cindy Stieren at ckstieren@yahoo.com or (320) 240-9288.

We will email driving directions. See you there!