First Things First! There's a little known feature in the GoJD Designer Directory craftily titled 'Events' :-) , where members can publicise events that they may be taking part in. This is a free feature available to members so, if you have any craft fairs or jewellery exhibitions coming up in the new year, feel free to login and promote the hell out of them to help publicise them. It's empty at the moment so, if you already have your Designer Directory account set up, simply login to create an event. (Did I mention it was FREE!? :-) Oooh! Silly me! One Other Thing I Almost Forgot: Many thanks to all members for your support over the last year - and the last 10 actually! It's been a roller coaster ride and we're still on it climbing to the top! 2020 is a special year for the Guild of Jewellery Designers as it's our 10th anniversary on the 19th of May 2020, so we'll need to come up with something really special to commemorate the event; thinking caps are on! :-) Always remember that a new year allows us the chance to open up new opportunities in our lives. Let’s do this together! If it's your intention to learn a new jewellery skill but have been putting it off for one reason or another due to the fear of failure or the unknown, just go for it! Never be afraid to fail “Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors.” My wife always says, "It's better to regret the things you've done than the things you haven't done". I'm not sure if there's a hidden meaning in there for me but you get the drift! :-) Happy New Year everybody! Regards, Alan, Toni and Jayne

Posted by Toni1733 at 2019-12-31 17:40:41 UTC