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What is JewelryLessons.com?

JewelryLessons.com is a site where users can find information on how to make jewelry through lessons, articles, tips and Q&A.
Special users called “Teachers” can also post their tutorials for sale or for free. All registered users can post other types of content.

What is a tutorial?

A “Tutorial” is a step by step lesson with text and images in PDF format, which can be printed, downloaded or read online.
If your content does not have step by step text and images, then consider writing an article instead.

Who are “Teachers”?

Teachers are advanced or intermediate users who can post tutorials for sale here. All users can share other types of content, such as articles, questions and tips.

How do I become a Teacher?

You must be a registered member (free), have a valid Paypal account (free) and fill an application at the Write page (also free). The application will contain your information, a little about yourself and sample images of what you plan to teach.
A moderator will approve your application and change your status to Teacher, usually within 48 hours.

What do I do first, now that I am a Teacher?

Congratulations! Before posting tutorials, read the TERMS OF USE carefully, since these constitute a binding agreement. The main points to remember: 1) Tutorials, once posted and sold, cannot be deleted, only “retired”; 2) We offer a discount and userpoint program which all tutorials participate automatically; 3) Your tutorials cannot be offered for higher price elsewhere.

How do I post a tutorial?

Submit your tutorials through the Write page. Have the following information ready:
1) Name and description of the Tutorial;
2) One to four display images. Make them more or less square and at least 450pixels wide, for better display. Avoid text and ads on your images;
3) Number of pages and steps of the tutorial;
4) Wholesale base price (final price will be double);
5) Categories and tags, to help students sort and find your tutorials. Avoid excessive categories;
6) A Word document or PDF file with the tutorial proper.

How do I format the Word or PDF file?

Make sure your content is original and you are the author or own the copyright to post. Read more about our Copyright Notice.
If you submit a PDF file, then make sure that it is the smallest possible. Not all PDF writers are the same, and tutorial size DOES matter – it affects download time.
We have a killer PDF writer, so if you like, submit the Word doc and we will convert it for you.
You can format it anyway you like, as long as you: a) display our JL’s disclaimer image on the first and last pages; b) format in portrait (vertical) letter-size format; c) add no specific advertisement of products or of specific links (since these pages could disappear), only your own general website and logo.

What upfront service or posting fees will I pay for posting tutorials?

You pay NO UPFRONT fees for posting. Your tutorial never expires unless you want to retire it. JewelryLessons.com does all the work: 1) Host your tutorial files; 2) Distribute to buyers; 3) Collect sales revenues and deal with ecommerce; 4) Deal with technical issues; 5) Distribute revenues to Teachers.

Does this mean the service is free?

It means there are no upfront costs or investment to you. We believe in you, so we only collect fees if the tutorial sells. The tutorial sells for twice (2x) your wholesale value.

What happens after submitting a tutorial

Your tutorial will go into PENDING state. A moderator will review your tutorial to see if the file is good and to convert it to PDF if needed.
If there are any needed changes, you will receive an email with the “Suggested Changes”.
Do NOT SUBMIT your tutorial again, just change your original submission. As soon as you update the tutorial and press Submit again, it will go into Pending until approved, and the cycle continues.
Once approved, you will receive an email stating that your tutorial is approved and is now posted at the tutorial listing.
Want to see this process it in pictures? Go to ”What happens after submitting a tutorial”.

What can I do to improve the quality of my tutorials?

1) Browse through the Teacher’s Lounge Category. There are many tips and tricks on how to improve.
2) Read the Word Template and Formatting Guidelines. This file is updated periodically, so check back often.
3) As Teacher, you also get special emails from JL Staff, with important announcements and tips.
4) Answer student questions and be a participant in the community: student give you hints of how to improve your lessons.
5) Look at other tutorials and see how teachers have presented their products -- learn from them.

What do I do after posting a tutorial?

All you need to do is tell the world! Post links at your blog, share links with your favorite social networks and tell as many people as possible.

How do I track sales?

As Teacher, you will earn a special page called “My Earnings”, located under My Profile. You can see all your sales right after they happen, in real time.

When do I get my sales payments?

Typically, JewelryLessons.com distributes revenues once a month, around the 15th of every month. Payments correspond to the previous calendar month.

More information and resources

Read more about the tutorial posting process:
Where do I see the status of pending tutorials;
How to edit a pending tutorial;
On Average how long before a tutorial gets approved.

You are not alone!

Most importantly, as a Teacher, you get the entire community to help you to create good tutorials and post a quality product. Post your questions at the Q&A forum!
If you need help just Contact Us! Eni Oken JewelryLessons.com Founder Last updated September 17, 2009