It is located in Marin County, California.
Entry open for JTV Designer Showcase contest
Jewelry Television is inviting designers working in an array of mediums to compete in their annual Jewel School Designer Showcase Challenge, which will recognize more than 60 winners and award more than $10,000 in prizes.
Knoxville, Tenn.--Jewelry Television is inviting designers working in an array of mediums to compete in their annual Jewel School Designer Showcase Challenge, which will recognize more than 60 winners and award more than $10,000 in prizes.
The deadline for entry is Aug. 17, and submissions currently are being accepted on the JTV website.
Contestants may enter in only one the following categories.
--Mixed-Up Media: Finished jewelry must feature Kumihimo (Japanese form of braid-making with cords and ribbons), leather, concrete or polymer clay using any technique
--Metal-Art Play: Finished jewelry must feature metal and wire using techniques of metalsmithing, wire work, Viking knit, art clay or chain maille. This includes the use of hot and cold connections, metal forming, weaving wire or firing plates
--Blissful Beading: Finished jewelry must feature beads from the smallest seed bead to the largest focal bead or any size in between, using techniques such as knotting, beading wire, bead weaving or looming
A panel of judges will review the submissions from Aug. 18 to 31 and select 20 finalists from each category. The finalists will be announced on Sept. 1 and online voting will commence on JTV’s contest website from then until Sept. 15.
A grand prize winner, fan favorite and three category winners will be announced live on JTV on Sept. 22.
The grand prize winner and fan favorite will receive Jewel School jewelry-making products and cash, between them totaling $3,500, and all category winners and finalists will receive prizes of Jewel School products, gift cards and/or cash, between them totaling $6,650.
“Jewelry-making complements us as a retailer of loose gemstones,” said Trisha Condra, vice president and general merchandising manager of gemstones at JTV. “Each year, the Designer Showcase brings the individuality of our customers to the forefront. We love providing a platform to celebrate their creativity.”
The Latest
Concerns about rising prices, politics, and global conflicts continue to dampen consumer outlook.
May’s birthstone is beloved for its rich green hue and its versatility.
Meet Ben Claus—grand prize winner of For the Love of Jewelers 2023 Fall Design Challenge.
Jacqui Larsson joins Opsydia with nearly two decades of experience in the industry.
Last month in Dallas, David Walton pushed another jeweler, David Ettinger, who later died.
The “Tiffany Céleste” collection reimagines designer Jean Schlumberger’s interpretations of the universe.
With Ho Brothers, you can unlock your brand's true potential and offer customers the personalized jewelry experiences they desire.
The brand also created a 100-carat lab-grown diamond necklace in honor of its centennial.
Tim Schlick has been promoted from his previous position as COO.
Supplier Spotlight Sponsored by GIA
Sales will be paused while the relocation takes place over the next few months.
“SIS x MISA Denim and Diamonds” is a collaboration between the designer and celebrity stylist Misa Hylton.
The retailer is moving to a newly designed space in the same shopping center.
Gifts that are unique and thoughtful are top of mind this year, according to the annual survey.
The necklace is featured in the brand’s “Rebel Heart” campaign starring Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo.
Big changes appear to be on the horizon for the diamond miner and its parent company, Anglo American.
Padis succeeds Lisa Bridge, marking the first time the organization has had two women board presidents in a row.
Jesse Cole, founder of Fans First Entertainment, shared the “five Es” of building a fan base during his AGS Conclave keynote.
The Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar "John Mayer" was celebrated at a star-studded party in LA last week.
The announcement came as the company reported a 23 percent drop in production in Q1.
The three-time Pro Bowler continues to partner with the retailer, donating to a Detroit nonprofit and giving watches to fans.
A double-digit drop in the number of in-store crimes was offset by a jump in off-premises attacks, JSA’s 2023 crime report shows.
Inspired by the Roman goddess of love, the designer looked to the sea for her new collection.
The luxury titan posted declining sales, weighed down by Gucci’s poor performance.
The selected nine organizations have outlined their plans for the funds.
The mining company’s Diavik Diamond Mine lost four employees in a plane crash in January.