News — design process

In Conversation with Olga González of Pietra Communications

April 30, 2024 • Karin Jacobson • about me • design process • jewelry design

I recently had a fantastic conversation with Olga González, the founder of Pietra Communications. If you'd like to read more, check out her blog post here!

I'm on the Twin Cities Design Scene Podcast!

December 13, 2020 • Karin Jacobson • about me • design process • inspiration • jewelry design • podcast

I recently sat down with Jennie Eukel (virtually ... over Zoom) and she interviewed me for her Twin Cities Design Scene podcast. We had a great chat and discussed business, inspiration, and even some of the techniques I use in my jewelry. Listen in here!

A Decade of A Thousand Facets

August 13, 2020 • Karin Jacobson • capsule collection • design process • jewelry design • sapphires • show news

About a year ago, I got a call from the author of the A Thousand Facets Instagram - they wanted to know if I'd be willing to participate in a show, hosted by Meeka Fine Jewelry, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of A Thousand Facets. I did not have to think twice. I jumped at the opportunity to participate!

Jewelry Navigator Podcast

April 10, 2020 • Karin Jacobson • about me • design process • inspiration • podcast

Dear Friends, It's been a wild couple of months - we've gone from wondering about a "novel coronavirus" to nearly the entire planet going into lockdown. So many people are struggling in so many ways that it's hard to know how to wrap one's mind around it. If you're a health care worker, thank you SO much for your hard work and for the sacrifices you are making every day - I am hoping and praying for your safety. If you are sick, or caring for someone who is, I am wishing you or your loved one a full and fast recovery. And if you are simply...

A Design Challenge ... and a Cover Story!

February 10, 2020 • Karin Jacobson • design award • design process • press • video

Recently, I was invited to participate in MJSA Magazine's Mystery Box Challenge. The idea behind this fun and friendly design challenge is to take a collection of materials supplied by MJSA - and what's in the box was a surprise - and turn them into a wearable piece of jewelry in just four weeks...