Bonny Doon: Peter Gilroy on the Power of the Press

The Platinum Battle Continues: A Weeklong Fabrication Intensive at New Approach School for Jewelers

Platinum does not forgive, and Nadja is still learning its temper. In this episode she walks through the week day by day, the wins and the stubborn problems both, and shares what made the platinum class with Blane Lewis worth every effort to attend New Approach School for Jewelers.

JCK Review

Nadja lands from JCK 2026 and reviews her last few days. Working the booth for Pepe Tools and getting to connect with other members of the trade, she is excited and encouraged about the state of the industry.

I Have Moved: a Personal Update

Moving unexpectedly, I needed a new place for my shop. Tour coming soon!

Bonny Doon: Peter Gilroy on the Power of the Press

In this episode of Pass The Torch: Legacies and Jewelry, I travel to Taos, New Mexico for my first-ever visit and sit down with Peter Gilroy — jeweler, machinist, climber, and the owner of Bonny Doon Tools, where he continues the legacy of innovation in hydraulic presses and tools for the jewelry industry. Bonny Doon Manual Press: https://www.riogrande.com/product/bonny-doon-classic-20-ton-manual-hydraulic-press--ram/110501GP?code=110501&objectID=110501&queryID=c4668850e906c73d37556e787b974214 Bonny Doon Starter Kit: https://www.riogrande.com/product/bonny-doon-intro-starter-kit/110605GP?code=110605&objectID=110605&queryID=4ad41333b89fbcae3ed8c4b2201dd207

Craft Show 101: Behind the Scenes of a First-Time Jeweler

I’m bringing you along for my first real experience breaking down what it takes to take your jewelry to a craft show and have it be a successful event for your business. I spent several days at artisan jeweler Michael Boyd’s booth, and both Michael and his assistant Josie generously shared so much of their knowledge with me. We get into setup, displays, and all the things you don’t realize until you’re in it. This episode is brought to you by Pepe Tools.pepetools.com Link to Saw Blade Organizer: https://pepetools.com/products/kerf-saw-blade-organizer-dispenser?variant=34796291719319&country=US¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=22802381515&utm_content=&utm_term=&gadid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22798664561&gbraid=0AAAAADo-zVPSS_FnKFnVRE63gHPOOgPKb&gclid=CjwKCAjwtcHPBhADEiwAWo3sJvAN7oFdbbWsazDyE1DvcDw0PQza8s2EWXXCWP-qs4E4LOqVqQ9JZhoChdEQAvD_BwE Link to Nano Blades: https://pepetools.com/products/nano-jewelers-saw-blades