One of the latest recipients of the Blue Circle funding is Finnish master goldsmith Ella Jumisko. She will use the grant to further develop her own brand and building her own goldsmith’s workshop. We had the opportunity to interview her about her journey.

From wanting a new hobby to creating a whole new career

Master goldsmith Ella Jumisko is working as an entrepreneur and as a subcontractor for several jewelry houses, while simultaneously breathing life into her own creations under her own personal brand. Her jewelry is inspired by nature’s magic and by fairytales. Now she is taking the next step in her career – building her own goldsmith’s workshop with support from Blue Circle.

Why did you want to become a goldsmith?

– I started making jewelry simply because I wanted a new hobby. So, I enrolled in a silver jewelry course at Porvoo Adult Education Centre, and from the very first evening I knew that jewelry making was something I truly wanted to pursue. I immediately started researching jewelry schools in Finland and began my professional studies in August 2011.

Can you tell me a little about your education?

– I studied at Salpaus Further Education in Lahti, Finland and graduated in 2014. During my studies, I spent three unforgettable months in Valle, Norway, in an exchange program focused on filigree technique. After graduating, I worked both as an entrepreneur and as an employed goldsmith and I completed my master goldsmith’s degree in 2023.

Goldsmith Ella Jumisko.

Summer Breeze earring.

What are you doing today?

– Today I walk my path as an entrepreneur, I collaborate as subcontractor for several jewelry houses, while simultaneously breathing life into my own creations under my personal brand. I create fine jewelry that is inspired by nature’s magic and fairytales.

What will you use the sponsorship for?

– I am currently building my own goldsmith’s workshop, and I will use the sponsorship to acquire tools I still need, such as bezel blocks, goldsmith’s hammers, ring mandrels, work lights, and other small equipment.

Ella's new goldsmith’s workshop.

What is your plan regarding your goldsmith career?

– My goal is to build my own brand, and I wish to share my creations with admirers across the world. And one day, perhaps, to open the doors of my very own jewelry boutique, a space where every visitor finds something enchanting and unique.

My Fairytale ring.

Ring collection from Ella Jumisko.

Goldsmith Ella Jumisko creates fairytale-inspired jewellery.

Summer Breeze earring.

Blue Circle

The Blue Circle initiative was founded by NSG Sweden, and the goal is to enable growth and strengthen the Nordic goldsmithing industry. Everyone in the goldsmithing industry can apply for the Blue Circle grant. The grant can be used for everything from research, upcoming exhibitions, further education to purchasing tools. Read about how to apply at nsg.se/blue-circle.