It's a cautionary tale of overpromising and underestimating.
This artisan derives inspiration from an unusual source.
The workshop floor yields plenty — just not the gem he actually needs.
Hours of work, countless distractions, and yet somehow … nothing’s done.
The day's worries occasionally carry over into restless nights.
The busy season put him through the wringer.
Certain aspects of the job may cause discomfort.
Is the stress making him hallucinate?
This one could end in a KO.
Why does he look like he was just in a fight?
It's hard to be humble when you're in such a great business.
Some customers seem to think it is.
It draws on what he knows.
He's winning this argument. Or is he?
Anything for a good night's sleep.
Tim Searfoss shares his favorites.
Dad dispenses his best piece of advice, and it's good news for jewelers.
The value shows up in surprising places.
And he can be persuasive when he needs to be.
Sure, they get the job done, but ...
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