Jewelry Industry News

QualityStocks News-QualityStocks Client Novori is well Positioned ...

2007-02-08T02:26:00.000-08:00

QualityStocks.net has been tracking hundreds of investment newsletters since January 2006. “The NEW QualityStocks.net Daily Newsletter" featured this stock this week: Novori (OTCBB: NOVO) Well Positioned as Jewelry Becomes the #1 Fastest Growing Product Category for Retail Sales Online Feb 7, 2007 -- Novori Inc. (OTC BB:NOVO) -- a leading online interactive retailer of fine diamond engagement rings -- is pleased to note that the online jewelry retailers have captured the first place position for e-commerce sales growth in the USA, rising from the third fastest growth industry in 2006. The principal component propelling online jewelry sales growth rate is diamond rings, engagement rings and other high-ticket items. Jewelry sales, which increased on average by 67 percent across the board, became the fastest growing online product category.

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Memoirs of a Costume Jewelry Manufacturer (DeLizza & Elster)

2007-02-06T02:28:00.000-08:00

DeLizza & Elster was a costume jewelry manufacturer for more than 40 years. This was a company well-known to insiders but not the general public. Their name was the name behind many companies selling costume jewelry from 1947-1990, and includes a company they created for retail sales, Juliana Jewelry. The list of companies purchasing jewelry from DeLizza & Elster during that timeframe, reads like a star-studded guest list. Companies like Capri, Alice Caviness, Coro, Kramer and Weiss to company moguls like Hattie Carnegie, Joan Rivers and Kenneth J. Lane. There were home party and catalog companies like Sarah Coventry, Tara and XXX as well as large corporations such as Surprise! Walt Disney. Mr. DeLizza's book takes the reader through the history of the family, the events leading to the creation of a new manufacturing company, day-to-day operations and great insight into some of the companies on their client list.

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Jewelry Theft Arrest

2007-02-02T02:26:00.000-08:00

In March, 2006, the Bay County Sheriff's Office was called to a home in Bay County in reference to a burglary. Upon arrival, it was discovered that a safe in the home had been opened and about $100,000.00 in jewelry had been taken. A subsequent investigation lead to a local woman who had previously worked for the owners of the jewelry and was familiar with the layout of the home. A warrant was issued for Donna Mauldin, DOB 5/24/60, of 1714 Maple Avenue, Panama City. Mauldin was picked up and is currently incarcerated for Principle to Grand Theft and Burglary of an Occupied Dwelling. The jewelry was found in a pawn shop in Carroll County, Georgia and released to the Bay County Sheriff's Office on Friday, January 26,2007. The items were returned to the owner today, February 1, 2007.

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Impulse Beaded Jewelry

2007-01-31T02:29:00.000-08:00

Often with beaded jewelry you can get a lot of bang for your buck. That is true with some of the bead finds on the Avisa Imports web site. They have loads of gemstone beaded jewelry at (pardon the pun) rock bottom prices. They call themselves a "wholesale to the public" company, and that usually means they import huge quantities of impulse purchase type items that enables them to sell at very low prices. Now, you aren't going to find one-of-a-kind original beaded jewelry designs here, but if you are looking to stock up on some fun fashion jewelry for yourself, or maybe you are a super early bird holiday shopper and need some stocking stuffers for the babysitter or your child's teachers, then this is also a place you may want to check out. .

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Room jewelry

2007-01-29T02:28:00.000-08:00

Antique brasses on valuable old tables, secretaries, buffets and breakfronts are not to be trifled with or their antique value might drop dramatically. Ever witness the heartbreak of hopefuls appearing on "Antiques Roadshow" when they're told that their furniture would have been worth $50,000, except for the lame hardware replacing the originals? So don't go replacing any drawer pulls, hinges, cabinet doorknobs, locks or latches on family heirlooms or furniture purchased at auction. A new chest of drawers might benefit from a hardware upgrade or style switch, or most any piece from a flea market or yard sale. And isn't it just too easy and fun to switch out the hardware on lesser items around the house, such as drawer knobs on a bedroom chest from childhood, or a piece of unfinished furniture you've nicely painted that's ready for some jewelry do-dahs on the drawers or doors? Bona Decorative Hardware in Oakley always offered me plenty of choices for ceramic knobs of all colors, sizes and shapes - button-flat or spherical - and multiple metal selections - copper, brass, chrome, black iron, bronze-colored...

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2 piece YIN YANG Friendship PEWTER PENDANT Necklace

2007-01-23T02:47:00.000-08:00

Very cool pendant. It's actually composed of two pieces. You may wear them together, separate as different pendants, or give one to a friend/lover to share with you. Highly detailed. This piece is a brand new fine crafted pewter pendant necklace. It is made from the highest quality 100% pewter inside and out. Nickle-free. Comes ready to wear with a jewelry black rope necklace or you could put it on your favorite chain. Just amazing! Precious Metal Color Length without bail Pewter Silver 0.9 inches

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Israel 2006 Jewelry Exports Increased 2.5%

2007-01-23T02:30:00.000-08:00

Israel exported $390 million in jewelry in 2006, a 2.5 percent increase compared to 2005. Eighty percent of exports by value were gold jewelry, of which 34 percent were set with diamonds and gems. The majority of Israels jewelry exports were to the United States: 77 percent of gold jewelry exports, 56 percent of diamond jewelry, 23.6 percent of gem set gold jewelry, and 66 percent of all fashion jewelry exports. Thirteen percent of diamond jewelry exports went to the UK, 4 percent to Switzerland, and 3.5 percent to Hong Kong. According to Sigal Shidlovsky, director of the jewelry division at the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Labor, the Israeli jewelry industry was affected by the summer war in Lebanon. Despite the war, exports of diamond and gem set gold jewelry increased 4 percent to $131 million.

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Couple robbed of jewelry, heirlooms worth thousands

2007-01-21T02:30:00.000-08:00

As Dale Lewis lists off some of the jewelry taken Tuesday during a break-in at the Charleston Township residence she shares with her husband, she doesn't calculate its value in dollars. The couple's wedding bands are gone. There's the simple gold band that was more than 100 years old and belonged to John Lewis' grandmother. And the pair of opal earrings that Dale Lewis' father worked overtime to buy her after she was accepted to George Washington University. Those are memories and a family heritage that, unlike money, can't be replaced, Dale Lewis, 59, said. ``This is not a tragedy of someone's life being taken, but it's like a piece of our lives is gone because a lot of that was our heritage and the memories of the family (members) that gave it,'' she said.

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Dancer transforms antique jewelry to recapture 'golden age'

2007-01-19T02:34:00.000-08:00

By Sandra ShihIt takes most people a few tries and often many years to find their true callings in life. Li Fang-yu's childhood dream was to be a dancer; last November, aged 38 and now known as Awa Li, she celebrated the first exhibition of her handcrafted jewelry at the National Museum of History in Taipei. Her dancing career was actually going nicely, she explained. After graduating from the dance department of the Private Tainan Junior College of Home Economics--forerunner of today's Tainan University of Technology--Li went to China in 1988 when she was 20, where she continued to study dance and then started teaching. She had always enjoyed costume drama, however, and spent much of her spare time in Beijing watching television programs, checking out the actors' traditional attire and elaborate ornamentations, especially the delicate pins and beads of their headwear.

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Fine Jewelry Linked with Family Memories Now Available in New ...

2007-01-17T02:38:00.000-08:00

Monica Rich Kosann's professional photography has led her to create modern day heirlooms for others to showcase their loved ones. Her fine lockets and keepsake jewelry have graced the pages of numerous magazines as a result of A-List celebrity enthusiasm about her collection. (PRWEB) January 17, 2007 -The time-honored tradition of passing down family heirlooms and lockets is a tradition that Monica Rich Kosann is putting in vogue again. Recently, a large selection of her collection was unveiled at TheFineArtOfFamily.com where lovers of keepsake jewelry can purchase the very same fine gold and sterling silver jewelry and lockets spotted on Hollywood's high-profile stars. .

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Almond Group Unveils First Branded Luxury Jewelry Collection

2007-01-15T02:37:00.000-08:00

VICENZA, Italy-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2007 - Almond Group, a top manufacturer and designer of high-quality, fashion-forward jewelry, today announces its first branded luxury line, Maurice M, Light Lines in Motion. This matchless 18 carat white and pink gold collection with brilliant cut diamonds is built around the 'light line concept', derived from the car industry, using arcs of light that separate and unify surfaces in concave and convex areas, to create jewelry with dramatic qualities of bright movement. The collection is being unveiled at the VicenzaOro International tradeshow which runs through January 21, 2007 (Pavilion F- Stands 2415 - 2418). After more than 30 years of being a global leading creator, designer, and manufacturer of elegant jewelry, Almond Group is putting their name in front of the consumer with their first brand name, Maurice M, named after co-founder and president, Maurice Mandelbaum.

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From jewelry to gowns, Jo-Ann has a class for that

2007-01-13T02:29:00.000-08:00

If you've ever wanted to learn how to put together a decorative scrapbook, knit a blanket, paint a picture, bead jewelry, decorate a cake or make your own candy, Jo-Ann's Creative University might be a good fit. Earlier this week, education coordinator at the newly opened Jo-Ann craft store in Gulf Coast Town Center, Jacki Albert, bustled around the store with a new sewing student helping her with her first project. .

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Youngstown man, 38, indicted in jewelry theft

2007-01-11T02:29:00.000-08:00

WADSWORTH - A 38-year-old Youngstown man, accused of aiding in the theft of hundreds of thousands of dollars' worth of jewelry from a Wadsworth store, has been indicted by a Medina County grand jury. Stephen A. Blasko is to be arraigned Tuesday before Medina Common Pleas Judge Christopher J. Collier on charges of complicity to commit aggravated theft, complicity to commit breaking and entering, possession of criminal tools, theft of a check, receiving stolen property, complicity to disrupt public services and obstructing justice. Wadsworth Sgt. Randy Rienke said police continue to investigate the Dec. 18 theft of jewelry valued between $400,000 and $500,000 from Artistic Jewelry in Great Oaks Plaza. Blasko, who was caught by police the night of the burglary near the store, is in the Medina County Jail in lieu of a $150,000 bond.

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Diamond ring stolen in jewelry store theft

2007-01-09T02:44:00.000-08:00

DURHAM -- Police are asking the public for help in identifying a man believed responsible for a jewelry store robbery in Pickering over the weekend. The man, dressed in a suit and tie and wearing a long black trench coat, grabbed a diamond ring from the Peoples Jewellers store at the Pickering Town Centre on Saturday evening shortly before 8 p.m. Police say the man was engaged in a conversation with a sales associate when he stole the ring and ran from the store. The stolen ring is made of yellow gold and has a full karat diamond marquis that is round on the sides and has a two-piece fitted-in band. Police are looking for a white man, 30 to 35-years-old, with short light brown hair and grey eyes. He was unshaven at the time of the theft. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 905-579-1520 ext.

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BKK Gems and Jewelry Fair affected by bomb incidents

2007-01-07T02:35:00.000-08:00

President of Thai Gem and Jewelry Traders Association Pornchai Cheunchomlada (ê 蹪Ŵ) indicated that the bombings in Bangkok on New Years Eve might affect Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair during February and March. As for the export trend for 2007, Mr. Pornchai revealed that Thailand has enough capability to compete with other countries in the global market, expecting that the export figure for this year will be similar as the figure in last year at 150 billion baht. Following the bomb blasts in Bangkok, Mr. Pornchai believed that the export of his sector will not be affected. However, the domestic trading face a difficult. He feared that the net sale on Bangkok Gems and Jewelry Fair will show unpleasant figures as foreigners will not travel in Thailand due to bomb incidents. Mr. Pornchai requested the government to urgently dissolve the matter and create the national reconciliation, suggesting it should avoid confrontation to place good image to the country.

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Flat Earth Trading Co. Launches New Line of Hand Crafted Jewelry ...

2007-01-03T02:39:00.000-08:00

Tucson, AZ, January 03, 2007 --(PR.COM)-- Flat Earth Trading Co. has launched a new line of hand crafted jewelry displays including a variety of necklace displays; hand displays for use with rings, watches and bracelets; earring and sunglass displays. These beautifully hand carved wood jewelry displays will enable you to enhance your in-store visual presentation while at the same time setting you apart from your competition. Flat Earth Trading Co. understands the impact that a powerful visual presentation high-quality displays can make on the success of your business.Flat Earth Trading Co, a Tucson, AZ based manufacturer and importer of hand crafted products made in and around the world. Flat Earth Trading Co. carries a wide range of products from sterling silver jewelry, hand carved Tiki and tribal masks, stone carved Buddhas, hand crafted jewelry displays and dozens of other products.

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Duo arrested for jewelry robbery

2006-12-30T02:33:00.000-08:00

Two Napa men are facing robbery and other charges after police say they stole a gold chain from a male victim at knife point.Hector Aguilar Ayala, 19, and Mauricio Guiterrez Romero, 29, were arrested on Wednesday after the 19-year-old male victim picked them out of a police lineup, according to Napa Police Sgt. Don Honey.Ayala and Romero approached the victim in the parking lot of the Laurel Street Apartments in Napa and demanded he hand over his gold chain, Honey said.The victim refused and took off on foot. Romero, pulled a knife, and Ayala chased the victim, who fell to the ground, Honey said. The suspects kicked the victim in the stomach and ripped the chain from his neck, Honey said. They were arrested later that day. .

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Jewelry and Fashion Blogosphere 12/25/06

2006-12-26T02:37:00.000-08:00

The more the merrier here as my jewelry and fashion link round up is a tad late. Hey, it is a holiday! eBelle5 selects a Louis Vuitton Miroir Palladium Gold Purse (pictured). eBelle5 shows you what you can get with a six figure price tag, an LV white gold embossed clutch! eBeautyDaily reports on WWD auctions off couture stockings for charity. Find out what the Top 5 Indie and handmade gifts and stores are at Stylehive. Second City Style turns up the heavy metal for New Years. Dresses and Full Metal Jackets. KRiSTOPHER DUKES is featured in French Vogue's dot-com. Thanks to lovely readers like you. Merci beaucoup, dolls. My Fashion Life falls head over heels once again for Dior's limited edition saddle bag. At LA Story West Coast Leather Gets Haute with New Leather Fashions . Girlawhirl can get home from the nail salon with her feet warm and toasty thanks to bootie pies.

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Big Clue Leads Police To Suspect In Cromwell Jewelry Theft

2006-12-17T02:35:00.000-08:00

CROMWELL, Conn. -- Authorities said Saturday they have tracked down one of the suspects in a jewelry store robbery, with the help of a young witness. Two men allegedly stole a $2,000 necklace from a Cromwell jewelry store, NBC 30 reported. Police said a third man was driving the getaway car. One of the suspects dropped his wallet, according to police. A young eyewitness saw the men and found the wallet, they said. .

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Woman arrested in jewelry theft; charges pending against other ...

2006-12-15T02:33:00.000-08:00

Deputies have recovered several pieces of jewelry reported stolen during a recent burglary at a residence near Palestine. St. Francis County Sheriffs Department officials have arrested Leigh Moore, 20, 1016 Brookside, Forrest City, and more arrests are pending in the residential burglary reported last Thursday by Bonita Poe, who lives at 5055 Hwy. 70 West. Poe told deputies she discovered three jewelry boxes containing a wide array of jewelry valued at about $15,000 had been stolen from her home while she was at work. Deputies began recovering some of the jewelry when they learned of a subject who was trying to sell two diamond rings. While questioning the suspect, authorities learned that Moore, along with two other young women, had been looking for a place to burglarize when they drove to Poes house.

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Jewelry store burglarized

2006-12-13T02:37:00.000-08:00

Waxahachie police are investigating a burglary that occurred Sunday night in a local shopping center.Officers were dispatched on an alarm call at about 9:30 p.m. to L&J Manufacturing Jeweler in the 100 block of N. U.S. Highway 77. Upon arrival officers discovered unknown suspect(s) had made entry through the front door of the jewelry store."It was a 'smash and grab.' They took an unknown object and smashed the glass out of the front door. They then smashed one of the jewelry cases," detective Sgt. Rodney Guthrie said. "They were in and out within a few minutes." .

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Collecting: Jewelry

2006-12-09T02:37:00.000-08:00

In the weeks leading up to the holidays, auction houses are holding big jewelry sales, capping what's already been a strong year for the jewelry-collecting market. By Wednesday this past week, Christie's had seen $330 million in jewelry sales for the year, up from $278.7 million for all of 2005. While ... .

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Alleged Monroe Jewelry Store Robber Surrenders

2006-12-07T02:39:00.000-08:00

A man wanted for a Monroe County jewelry store robbery has surrendered to police. 29-year-old Daniel Pacheco of Buskhill has turned himself in to Stroud Area Regional Police. Pacheco is accused of the November 30 armed robbery of the Designer Diamond Outlet in the Stroud Plaza. Police say Pacheco returned the jewelry when he surrendered. It was valued at $100,000. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for December 13 before District Justice Thomas Shiffer. .

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Radiance Fine Jewelry to Host Holiday Party With Special Showing ...

2006-12-03T02:33:00.000-08:00

CHICAGO, IL -- (MARKET WIRE) -- December 01, 2006 -- Radiance Fine Jewelry, Wicker Park/Bucktown's new shopping destination for fine jewelry and custom designs, announces its first Holiday Party and Fana Jewelry Show. Guests will enjoy a unique and rare presentation of the entire Fana collection. Fana is known for its striking, Italian-inspired designs which are characterized by fluid lines, streamlined silhouettes and a high attention to detail. .

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Men - How to Buy Diamond Jewelry

2006-11-27T02:43:00.000-08:00

The large range of diamond jewelry often makes it very difficult for men to decide what type of jewelry to purchase for their loved ones. Diamonds symbolize love, commitment and friendship, which makes it hard to choose the right piece of jewelry from the large variety of Diamond rings, Diamond earrings, Diamond pendants, Diamond necklaces, Diamond bracelets and of course Loose diamonds- which are always perfect since they can be set in any type of jewelry. We can't choose the perfect diamond jewelry for you but we can help you with 5 easy steps: .

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Lovely holiday mantels adorn homes with greenery, jewelry

2006-11-25T02:37:00.000-08:00

As you decorate for the holiday season, don't be afraid to mix artificial with fresh greenery. That's the advice of Ken Hooper, owner of Louisville Interiors Design and Decor, who is a big fan of bringing indoors whatever you have growing in your yard to adorn the mantel over your fireplace. "I like to use fresh to bring that wonderful smell inside," he says. .

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America's hometown now famous for jewelry

2006-11-23T02:29:00.000-08:00

HANNIBAL, MO -- The American Gem Trade Association awarded Hannibal's Brandy Hurt with a Spectrum Award, which is known as the Oscar of the jewelry world. She designed and created a reversible pearl necklace to enter in Spectrum's bridal division. It features an opal set in 18 karat white and rose gold with more than 3 carats of diamonds. The 21-year-old beat out jewelry designers from around the world. "I was surprised! The majority of the winners are based in New York, L.A., or Florida. Nobody from the Midwest ever wins," Bradi said. "I think it's exciting for the people around here to have an award winning designer in their area." Brandy doesn't plan to sell her award winning necklace. If she did, it would retail for around $25,000.

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The latest in jewelry news from Suzy Menkes

2006-11-21T02:31:00.000-08:00

Last week, the second Christie's auction to celebrate the centenary of Van Cleef & Arpels netted $11,900,000. Sales included $34,020 for a 1954 ballerina brooch (above) to more than $1 million for a six-strand natural pearl necklace. The graceful dance of the French jeweler, founded by Alfred Van Cleef with his brother Charles Arpels in 1906 (and refined in the Art Deco period), produced many jewels that were exceptional for their workmanship. They include the famous "mystery setting" in which the gem stones appear to cluster magically together without any visible support. The innovative technique brought undulating pavé-worked rubies and diamonds, sculpted into roses, linear sapphire paving stone bracelets and bold pieces made for Wallis Simpson, the future Duchess of Windsor, who even tried to incorporate the jeweler's "zipper" necklace into a dress.

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Blind Center sparkles during gem, jewelry show

2006-11-19T02:29:00.000-08:00

Shoppers fond of beautiful jewelry were like kids in a candy store Saturday during the Blind Center's first gem and jewelry show. Artisans from Washington, Bath, Belhaven, Chocowinity, Greenville, Havelock and Arapahoe displayed and sold their wares just in time for the holiday shopping season."I've always wanted to do ... a jewel of a craft show here," said Dottie Walker, who has served as the Blind Center's director for eight years and was a volunteer for 10 years before joining the staff full-time. "There are so many fine jewelers around that we decided to try it ... these people are so talented."About half the money needed to operate the center is generated by on-site craft projects, which are made by visually impaired people and sold in the gift shop.Fundraising events such as this weekend's gem-and-jewelry show and the upcoming Christmas show planned for Dec.

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Jewelry-Today's Fashion can be Tomorrow's Heirloom

2006-11-17T02:34:00.000-08:00

(PRLEAP.COM) Purchasing fashionble jewelry today doesn't have to mean it will end up at the bottom of a jewelry box unloved and forgotten. Randi Deckard, owner and designer of Designing-Diva Jewelry Creations, often helps customers choose jewelry that will be worn not just today but for years to come. When shopping, look for jewelry designs that are well crafted and made from a precious metal. Randi Deckard tells customers, "Simple but unique designs will be able to be worn with any outfit day or night for years to come." Whether you are looking for yourself or a holiday gift, Designing-Diva Jewelry Creations has many one of a kind necklace and bracelets that could very well be an heirloom passed on for generations. Custom designs are also another way to create an unique piece of jewelry that is more meaningful to the wearer.

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Antique Funeral setups – Hummels – Lladros – Jewelry

2006-11-15T02:34:00.000-08:00

JEWELRY: Nice selection of estate & costume jewelry to be sold at 11 am in our 2nd auction room. HUMMELS/LLADROS: Approx 150 lots of choice figurines, 13 Lladros, all to be sold beginning at 1 pm. PREVIEW: Tues, Nov 14, from Noon to 5 pm, Weds doors open at 9 am. 10% Buyer's Premium. Terms: Cash, traveler's check, Visa, Master or Discover card or PA check w/proper ID. See website for catalog & photos. .

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Stephen Dweck Jewelry

2006-11-09T03:06:00.000-08:00

His work is inspired by nature, and you can see this in his color selections and some of the earthy affects of his jewelry designs. I half expected to read in his bio that he was once a student of biology, but in fact, he started out as a painter and sculpture. This still makes sense though, especially sculpting since when you design jewelry you are dealing with a three dimensional piece of artwork. Here are some more of his designs to enjoy - lots of chunky chains, bright gemstones, and earthy elements mixed together: .

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Second suspect arrested in jewelry store robbery

2006-11-05T02:27:00.000-08:00

Broome County Sheriffs deputies have arrested a former Binghamton man in connection with the Sept. 7 armed robbery of The Jewelry Shop, North Street, Union. Eric M. Dantzler, 44, was taken into custody by sheriffs deputies in Queens on Friday. Police say Dantzler is one of two armed men who bound the clerks and stole several hundred thousand dollars worth of diamond and gold jewelry from the store. Dantzler is charged with first-degree robbery, a felony. He was arraigned in Town of Union Court and sent to Broome County Jail without bail, police said. News index Print this article Email this to a friend Subscribe Now Search our archives .

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Third man convicted in San Francisco's largest jewelry store heist

2006-11-03T03:00:00.000-08:00

SAN FRANCISCO The last of three men who took part in what prosecutors describe as the largest jewelry store holdup in San Francisco history is facing more than three decades in prison after being convicted of robbery. A jury yesterday convicted Troy Smith of four counts of robbery and other charges after he, his brother and a third man stole an estimated four-point-75 (m) million dollars worth of antique jewelry from Lang Antique and Estate Jewelry in downtown San Francisco in April of 2003. Because the 44-year-old Smith -- who also goes by the name of Devin Smith -- had committed three prior offenses, he will be sentenced under the state's "three strikes" law. That means Smith could get 35 years to life when he's sentenced. No sentencing date has been scheduled. Smith was convicted after he and his two accomplishes -- his brother Dino Smith and George Turner -- were convicted last year.

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WORLD JEWELRY CENTER PROJECT UNVEILED TO JEWELRY INDUSTRY LEADERS

2006-10-30T02:42:00.000-08:00

City of Las Vegas Officials in conjunction with Probity International Corporation have unveiled plans for one of the largest jewelry projects in the world, the approximately one-million square foot mixed-use World Jewelry Center (WJC). Las Vegas Mayor Oscar B. Goodman was present alongside developer Robert Zarnegin and Bill Boyajian, former President of the Gemological Institute of America and current Managing Director of the WJC, to formally announce the project to the jewelry industry. The World Jewelry Center will combine the corporate offices of several hundred domestic and international gem and jewelry companies in a trade tower that will be one of the tallest office buildings in Las Vegas along with a separate, free-standing gallery of retail jewelry stores with broad middle-market appeal.

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Capote jewelry, art, clothes, for bid in New York auction

2006-10-26T03:27:00.000-07:00

The recent fascination with author, raconteur and son of Monroeville Truman Capote - the second film about the impish Capote, "Infamous," opened this month in limited release - continues with a Nov. 9 Bonhams New York auction featuring furniture, paintings, decorative arts, manuscripts, jewelry and attire collected, even worn, by him. Capote's close friend Joanne Carson, whom he met in 1966, was left more than 300 of the author's belongings when he died in 1984. These pieces, which range from a large collection of Baccarat glass amassed mostly from gifts given to him by such notable friends as Katherine Graham, Babe Paley, C.Z. Guest and Halston to his monogrammed slippers and the tuxedo he wore to the famous Black and White ball he threw in 1966 at New York's Plaza Hotel, are among the lots that make up what is being called "The Private World of Truman Capote" auction.

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A Mish Mash of Jewelry

2006-10-24T03:21:00.000-07:00

Brit Hostetler's fame began with a phone call out of nowhere asking about her jewelry and maybe if she'd like to include some her earrings in one of those goodie bags the celebs get at 2006 Emmy awards. Celebrities like Geena Davis, Debra Messing, Annette Bening would be wearing her dangling earring designs. Of course, she said no....ah...just kidding....!! That is where it started for this young jewelry designer, but she continues to get press for her designs and her company called Mish Mash Jewels. Here's more about her experience from CentreDaily.com: "I got a phone call, and they asked to speak to the director of marketing," she said. "I'm the owner, the designer, the director of PR, finance, the secretary. I immediately called my parents and told them." According to the artist, a secretary of the gift bag company found an ad for Hostetler's earrings in a blog.

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Reward offered in jewelry heist

2006-10-23T07:31:00.000-07:00

Meijer is offering a $2,000 reward for information that leads to the capture of a man and woman who swiped $100,000 worth of diamond jewelry from the Brighton store one week ago today. The same couple is believed to be responsible for jewelry heists at Meijer stores in Wixom and the Flint area earlier in that same night. Brighton Police Chief Tom Wightman said the pair stole $100,000 worth of jewelry from the store on Grand River Avenue at I-96 at 6:45 a.m. Friday. The store was open, but the jewelry counter was closed. Wightman said the store recently started carrying diamond jewelry, and the jewelry was left overnight in the display cases, which don't have alarms. The female thief was seen behind the jewelry counter at the same Meijer store a month ago, but escaped as security guards chased her, Wightman said.

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Jewelry designer crafts for average folks, prominent Hollywood ...

2006-10-23T07:29:00.000-07:00

What do State College and pre-Emmy parties have in common? State College jewelry designer and 202A Gallery owner, Brit Hostetler. Hostetler's earrings, created with faceted citrine, faceted smoky quartz hanging on sterling silver chains and dangling from French hooks, were tucked into bags distributed to NBC pre-Emmy partygoers such as Carmen Electra, Debra Messing, Conan O'Brien and more. Twenty-four-year-old Hostetler, the sole owner and artisan of Mish Mash Jewels, laughed recalling the call that started it all. "I got a phone call, and they asked to speak to the director of marketing," she said. "I'm the owner, the designer, the director of PR, finance, the secretary. I immediately called my parents and told them." According to the artist, a secretary of the gift bag company found an ad for Hostetler's earrings in a blog.

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Davenport police nab alleged jewelry thieves

2006-10-23T07:28:00.000-07:00

DAVENPORT, Iowa -- Davenport Police today arrested four suspects who they say committed more than nine burglaries at jewelry stores and other businesses in Iowa and Illinois. "We have four people in custody," said Davenport Police Chief Mike Bladel. "[We've] served multiple search warrants and seized a large amount of evidence that appears to be connected in this string of burglaries." One of the burglaries occurred at Neckers Jewelers in Davenport. Another occurred at Diamonds on the Avenue in Moline. "We were pretty excited about it," said Kevin Whitgrove of Diamonds on the Avenue, "knowing there might be an end to the whole thing." The thieves broke into stores, smashing display cases and taking off with high-priced items like watches and rings.

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Jewelry Exchange Unveils New Journey Collection

2006-10-23T07:27:00.000-07:00

TUSTIN, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- October 20, 2006 -- Jewelry Exchange, one of the nation's leading jewelry manufacturers and retailers, announced the development of a new line of beautiful "Journey" jewelry. The Journey line is noted for the artistic pattern of individual diamonds, each progressively larger in size, to symbolize how love grows on the journey of life together. .

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Friends of ARHS to hold jewelry sale

2006-10-23T07:26:00.001-07:00

A jewelry sale sponsored by Friends of Altoona Regional Health System will be held from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday and Oct. 27 at the Altoona Regional Health System, Bon Secours Hospital Campus, 2621 Eighth Ave., Altoona. Merchandise will be provided by Your Jewelry Box, and the sale is open to the public. Proceeds collected from Friends fund-raising events are returned to Altoona Regional and are used to benefit hospital patients. For more information, call Carol at 944-0795. .

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Club meeting, jewelry program open to public

2006-10-23T07:26:00.000-07:00

General Federation of Women's Clubs-West Side will meet at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at Kingston Manor, 250 First Ave., Kingston. A jewelry program featuring designer Sister Regina Kielwill be presented. Items will also be collected for Thanksgiving food baskets to be donated. New members are welcome, and may contact any club member for information. Members serving on the 2006-2007 Executive Board, from left, first row: Sandra Kase, president; Nancy Dietterick, community improvement and conservation; and Jackie Corbett, public affairs and legislation. Second row: Rita Cecconi, home life; Maria Godfrey, education and the arts; and June Gavenonis, programs. Third row: Debra Ganz, secretary; and Flo Dougherty, club chat and yearbook. Fourth row: Theresa Rallo, contact; and Theresa Hudak, finance and parliamentary advisor.

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Show Some Heart Jewelry

2006-10-23T07:25:00.000-07:00

October is almost over, but you still have plenty of time to buy some pink bling to help pass on the word about Breast Cancer Awareness. At the same time, many jewelry shops and on-line vendors are also passing on some of the proceeds on specific jewelry items to help with cancer research. Bijou Boutique, for example, has this sweet piece of crystal bling. Here's the info from the web site: These beautiful Swarovski crystals make this puffy heart charm a definite eye-candy accessory. Heart pendant measures 3/4" long x 1/2" at widest The cost is $50 each, and BijouBoutique will donate 20% of the proceeds to the Susan G. Komen Foundation! This cute little pendant would look perfect on a small silver chain. .

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Jewelry store sponsors art contest

2006-10-23T07:24:00.001-07:00

Robert Miller Fine Jewelry in Howell has a beautiful new look, thanks to some art students in Livingston County. The jewelry store, located at 4863 E. Grand River Ave., recently moved into a new location. Owner Robert Miller noticed that the open ceiling presented a noise problem, though, so he came up with a creative solution. .

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Fashion and Jewelry Blogosphere 10/23/06

2006-10-23T07:24:00.000-07:00

Kicking off this Monday's Blog Snob round up is Kristopher Dukes, who says you may be over the bag and over the belt, but what about the Steel and diamond Fendi B watch (pictured)? Second City Style has some cool fashion looks for less. Aesthetics + Economics takes a thoughtful look at the idea of connecting color with product branding with worthly causes. Fashion Tribe's Beauty Buzz gives us the scoop on a skin care line from PreVious by Clinica Ivo Pitanguy. Papierdoll is over the fat, wide, tight Fendi belt. What about you? The Bag Snob meets up with André Leon Talley, Editor At Large for VOGUE. Elke from The Beauty Newsletter gives her professional view of the Dove Evolation Commercial. Girlawhirl revisits Fashion 2006 with a cool collage of clothes, shoes, and other accessories. Welcome, Coquette, to The Jewelry Weblog blog roll, where Natalie combines her love of fashion with technology.

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Get personal with your jewelry MATTERS OF STYLE

2006-10-23T07:23:00.000-07:00

You're in the market for something dazzling and beautiful, so you want to take home the first diamond necklace or emerald ring that catches your eye. Don't do it. Jewelry requires thought. It should fit your looks, personality and lifestyle, said Penny Preville, a New York-area jewelry designer. She was one of three fine-jewelry creators at the recent opening of Tivol in Briarcliff Village, a new Kansas City, North, shopping center. Another expert on hand was Michael Bogosian, a Studio City, Calif.,-based designer who goes by the name Michael B. He counsels consumers not to be afraid to flaunt their jewelry. "Don't hide. Be out there. Stand out. Value yourself," he said. And another voice was that of Michael Beaudry, a designer also based in Southern California.

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Burglars take $5,000 in jewelry, cash from DM home

2006-10-23T07:22:00.000-07:00

Gilbert Santoyo returned to his home in the 1800 block of College Avenue Saturday evening to find a door kicked in. Everything seemed in order inside the house until Santoyo walked into a bedroom. Burglars had gone through important documents, then took some $1,000 worth of jewelry and $4,000 in cash. None of the neighbors reported seeing anyone entering or leaving the house. Police said the thieves went in through the front door and apparently left by the back door. .

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DUBAI GOLD, DIAMOND AND JEWELRY INDUSTRIES IN UNIQUE PUBLIC ...

2006-10-23T07:21:00.000-07:00

The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) and the Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group (DGJG) have signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which is expected to give a significant impetus to Dubai's gold, diamonds and jewelry industry. The tie-up marks the first public-private sector partnership of its kind and has been devised to launch a coordinated effort to grow the industry and promote it worldwide. "Contribution from both the public and private sector is essential for the continuous and systematic development of any industry. DMCC's primary role is to facilitate an investor friendly environment that encourages the development of a healthy commodities market. We aim to work closely with the gold, diamond and jewelry traders represented by the Gold and Jewellery Group, to provide the necessary environment for growth in line with international best practices," says Dr.

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