Life really has a habit of getting in the way of our plans, doesn’t it?
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ZKD Life + Times: Tucson Gem Show 2020
Given the world’s trajectory in the last week, I’m feeling so lucky that I was able to attend the Tucson Gem Show Back in February this year.
It was an inspiring trip in so many ways, and I thought it might be a nice distraction for you during these crazy times.
What’s New in 2020: Environmental + Ethical Transparency
Zurina Ketola Designs was established in 2004, and from the start, I strongly believed that environmental sustainability and ethical conduct were important parts of running a business.
Over the last ten years, it’s become clear to me that there is always room for improvement, and transparency is an important element. With that in mind, here’s a look at what I’ve been up to, and my plans for the future.
Save 20% with Code HOLIDAY2019 + Important Holiday Info!
From now until midnight Friday CET, December 6th, use code HOLIDAY2019 at checkout to save 20% on an items from past collections! Continue reading “Save 20% with Code HOLIDAY2019 + Important Holiday Info!”
Designer Life: Munich Gem Show 2019
Minerals and crystals and beads, oh my! I had my first experiences with gem shows at the Tucson Gem Show, which is the largest in the world. Not a bad place to start, am I right? 😉 Now that I’m in based in Germany, it seemed like the perfect time to venture out and explore Europe’s largest gem show. Find out more about my adventures at the Munich Gem Show 2019!
ZKD Updates: Exciting News!
ZKD at Studio Hertzberg
I’m happy to share the news that Zurina Ketola Designs handmade jewelry is now available at Studio Hertzberg in Berlin! Continue reading “ZKD Updates: Exciting News!”
The Online Shop is Back!
The last few weeks have been a flurry of activity. I’ve been working on site updates, adding new products, and testing everything to make sure it works.
It’s been a long time coming but the online shop is back up and running!
Celebrating Earth Day: An Eco-Friendly Life + Small Business
Earth Day, Every Day
Happy Earth Day! I thought it would be the perfect time to talk a little bit about how I try to bring Earth Day into my every day life and small business. It’s been on my mind lately because my experiences in the area of recycling and sustainability between Germany and the US are so different!
These topics have always been important to me, I love that I’m finally able to live somewhere that has an eco-friendly consciousness built into daily life. I’m also really excited to talk a little bit about how it’s been built into my small jewelry business over the years.
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The Studio is Coming!
Nomad, No More
It’s been shy of eight months in Berlin and life has finally settled down. In about a month or so, I’ll have a jewelry studio again! It’s been a long and bumpy road, but it was totally worth it.
Before arriving, I had a few ideas about what path to follow to keep my creative flow active in my new home without a studio. On that list? Spending time being a tourist in our new home. Going on walks, exploring museums, and experiencing the culture of my new surroundings played a big role. As it turned out, life had other plans and we had to put a pin in this for a while.
Resolutions + Updates
Happy New Year!
I hope you all had a wonderful beginning to 2019!
I’ve gotten out of the habit of making the traditional New Year’s Resolution over the last few years, but my new home has inspired me to jump back in with both feet. This renewed interest has been brought on by one of the most amazing cultural differences I’ve noticed: people take their free time very seriously here in Germany. It’s a major contrast to what I’m used to in the States. Two weeks vacation is the standard back home, but here it’s six weeks!
As a small creative business owner who is involved from creation to sales and everything in between, it’s always been a challenge for me to take time off. There’s always a million things that need to be done, and my to-do list grows by the day.
My new surroundings are making me rethink the way I’ve done things in the past. It’s making me want to slow things down a bit and live in the moment.