#JTV - #JewelryTelevision Launches Exclusive Bella Luce Collection by Stylist Michael O'Connor

From Press Release

Jewelry Television (JTV) announced the debut of its exclusive Michael O'Connor for Bella Luce collection, the first design collaboration with respected celebrity stylist and jewelry expert Michael O'Connor. The national jewelry retailer and broadcast network in partnership with O'Connor will debut the collection on January 3, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. ET on JTV. To find JTV in your area, visit the JTV Channel Finder.

O'Connor boasts more than three decades of experience in the jewelry and fashion industry. Currently, he works as one of America's top celebrity stylists and fashion commentators.

"Michael has always been at the forefront of jewelry trends and is someone who has influenced celebrity style for many years," notes Jill Johnson, VP of Marketing, "so we know our customers are going to love each piece in this new collection."

JTV's exclusive Michael O'Connor for Bella Luce collection delivers elegance and style day or night. O'Connor creates stunning jewelry with the look, feel and quality of luxurious red-carpet designs. Each piece is crafted in sterling silver with Eterno™ accents and is stamped with O'Connor's signature logo. Additionally, a pink Bella Luce jewel is tucked within the interior of many of his designs.

"As a brand for passionate jewelry advocates, JTV is the perfect partner for this collection," said Michael O'Connor. "This is an exciting time and I'm looking forward to sharing these pieces with the JTV family."

Tune in to JTV on January 3 at 6:00 p.m. ET to be one of the first to own a piece of this exclusive collection.

About Jewelry Television® Jewelry Television® (JTV) is the leading retailer of jewelry and gemstones in the United States. Privately-held with a proven 23 year history, JTV leverages an omni-digital strategy designed to elevate the customer experience through holistic, digitally-driven touch points, including broadcasting live programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week to 86 million U.S. households, an industry leading mobile optimized e-commerce platform, and a robust social media presence. As part of its commitment to the development and distribution of educational content and consumer satisfaction the company employs numerous Graduate Gemologists and Accredited Jewelry Professionals. The company's website, JTV.com, is one of the largest jewelry e-commerce websites in the country according to Internet Retailer's Top 500 list for 2015. Visit JTV.com for more information or socially connect with JTV at: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.

JTV’s Jewel School Designer Showcase Challenge - Win Cash & Prizes!

JTV’s Jewel School 

Designer Showcase Challenge Returns

Jewelry Making Enthusiasts to Win $10,000 in Cash and Prizes

Jewelry Television’s annual Jewel School design contest is back and bigger than ever. With $10,000 in cash and prizes to award, the Jewel School Designer Showcase Challenge is looking for the best fresh and unique designs. Jewelry-making enthusiasts may enter a one-of-a-kind, custom jewelry design based on their category of choice for a chance to win. The entry period ends Aug. 21
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“Jewelry making is a natural extension of our business,” said Trisha Condra, vice president and general merchandising of gemstones at JTV. “As the world’s largest retailer of loose gemstones, we love providing a platform for our customers to create unique jewelry designs that express their individuality.”

Entrants may enter one of three categories: 

•     Mixed-Up Media: Any techniques utilizing the following mediums as the focus of the design: Kumihimo, leather, concrete or polymer clay.
•     Metal-Art Play: Transforming metal and/or wire into a finished piece using the following techniques/tools: metal smithing, wire work, Viking knit, art clay, chainmaille, cold or hot connections, metal forming, weaving or firing plates.
•     Blissful Beading: Includes any of the following techniques that utilize beads as the focus of the design. Techniques include knotting, beading wire and seed bead looming.

An expert panel of judges will select five finalists from each category to be voted on by the public. On Sept. 4, the finalists will be announced, and the public will be able to vote online through Sept. 18. A judge’s pick, grand prize winner and three category winners will be awarded live on air on Sept. 22.

“Whether you are an experienced jewelry designer or attempting your first piece, this is the perfect opportunity to express yourself through the age-old art of jewelry making,” said Condra.

The grand prize winner and judge’s pick will receive Jewel School products and cash totallling $3,500. All category winners will receive Jewel School products and cash valued at $1,000.

For more information and to enter the Jewel School Designer Showcase Challenge, visit http://www.jtv.com/challenge.

As the world’s largest retailer of loose gemstones, we love providing a platform for our customers to create unique jewelry designs that express their individuality.

About Jewelry Television® Jewelry Television® (JTV) is one of the largest multichannel retailers of jewelry and gemstones in the U.S. appealing to fashion-conscious women, jewelry-making enthusiasts and private collectors. The privately-held shopping network broadcasts high definition programing, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to more than 80 million U.S. households. Committed to consumer education, the network employs numerous Graduate Gemologists and Accredited Jewelry Professionals. JTV.com offers the most comprehensive jewelry and gemstone Learning Library on the internet, and is the third largest jewelry website according to Internet Retailer’s Top 500 Guide for 2012.

RIP Jerry Sisk - You Will Be Missed

JTV Photo - Jerry Sisk, JTV Co-Founder, greeting well wishers in Arusha Tanzania.

From the Jewelry Television Blog:

"Gerald D. Sisk, Jr., Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of Jewelry Television®, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday morning, January 13, 2013. His death was unexpected. Jerry Sisk, 59 years old, is survived by his wife Karen, his mother, a sister and several other relatives. 

Jerry Sisk was a Graduate Gemologist (G.I.A.), a member of the International Colored Gemstone Association, and served as a Gemstone Industry & Laboratory Conference committee member. 

A frequent guest speaker, he was honored to be chosen as one of the five most powerful people in the world of gems and gemology on the JCK 2012 Power List. 

His book, Guide to Gems & Jewelry, has sold more than 15,000 copies and is in its second printing.  

Please visit our memorial page for Jerry to share your thoughts and remembrances for his family and friends. "


In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jerry's name to Beads of Courage

From the Beads of Courage Jerry Sisk Memorial Page:

"Jerry was a tremendous supporter and friend to Beads of Courage and we are humbled to receive donations in his honor."


The on - air announcement was made during Scott & Casey's Show....

GemBasics Gemology Course From JTV With Gem-A

Jewelry Television Debuts 

GemBasics Gemology Course

Retailer collaborates with 

Gemmological Association of Great Britain.

Jewelry Television® and the Gemmological Association of Great Britain announced a collaboration on an introductory online gemology course called GemBasics. More than a year and half in development, the online course was designed to address the educational needs of JTV’s viewers and fill an existing void in gemological education.

We understood that our viewers are passionate about gems and jewelry, so the commitment to develop a GemBasics course with the Gemmological Association of Great Britain was a logical extension of our vision.

Jewelry Television selected Gem-A since the organization is the world’s longest established provider of gem and jewelry education. In addition to the GemBasics course developed for JTV, Gem-A offers multiple courses that provide advanced training and education in the fields of gems and jewelry. Gem-A courses are used in 25 countries around the world.

“As part of our vision to bring the world of gems and jewelry to all our viewers, JTV quickly realized the need and desire for continuing education. To that end, we developed an online Learning Library that provides articles by trade experts, a glossary of gem and jewelry terms, an E-publication called In the Loupe, and an extensive treatment and disclosure chart that is the most comprehensive available,” said Gerald D. Sisk Jr., graduate gemologist and co-founder of JTV. “We also offer seminars and conferences as part of our ongoing commitment to education. We understood that our viewers are passionate about gems and jewelry, so the commitment to develop a GemBasics course with the Gemmological Association of Great Britain was a logical extension of our vision.”

Developed in cooperation with Dr. Jack Ogden and the educational staff at Gem-A, GemBasics includes all the necessary components for completion; tools, gemstones and written course material, consisting of 12 lessons, are augmented by online video and technical support. Students are allotted a 12-month study period. After successful completion of the final exam, students are awarded a statement of achievement and acknowledged as a Gem-A Colored Stone Associate.

“Understanding gems is about recognizing the beauty of nature. For a hundred years, Gem-A has had the privilege of introducing people to the world of gemology and we are greatly looking forward to working with JTV to share our passion with an even wider audience,” Sisk said.

About JTV
Jewelry Television® is the only broadcast shopping network that focuses exclusively on the sale of jewelry and gemstones. The privately-held company was founded in 1993 and broadcasts high definition programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to more than 80 million unique households in the U.S. Jewelry Television® was recently ranked the 13th largest retailer of jewelry in the U.S. by National Jeweler. JTV.com is the fifth largest jewelry destination on the internet according to Internet Retailer’s Top 500 Guide for 2010. For more information, visit JTV.com.

About Gemmological Association of Great Britain
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain, or Gem-A, is the world’s longest established provider of gem and jewellery education. Their Diploma in Gemmology is the direct descendant of the gem course that was proposed for the UK jewellery trade in 1908. Their prestigious Diplomas in Gemmology and Diamonds, taught around the world, are now globally recognized as qualifications of the highest status. Diploma graduates may apply for election to Fellowship (FGA) or Diamond Membership (DGA) of the Association.

JTV Partners With Gem-A on Education Project

Jewelry Television and Gem-A Partner to Educate Consumers on the World of Gemstones

Retailer collaborates with the world’s longest established gemological institution to offer exclusive gemstone courses

Jewelry Television® (JTV), the nation’s leading broadcast retailer of jewelry and loose gemstones, has entered into an agreement with The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) to develop a proprietary course for the shopping retailer called ‘Gem Basics’. The online course will introduce consumers to a wide variety of gems and explain the basics of gemology and gem identification. The course also covers gem origins and lore, and will include a basic kit of gem identification tools and a selection of gems.

JTV’s ‘Gem Basics’ provides an entry-level course for beginners and hobbyists, but also provides a stepping stone for more-advanced studies through The Gemmological Association of Great Britain.

“Gemstones play an important role in our culture,” said Jerry Sisk, graduate gemologist and co-founder of JTV. “As the largest retailer of loose gemstones in the world, we felt a strong obligation to take a leadership role in the education of our viewers as well as the general consumer. To that end, we developed an extensive Learning Library and made the decision to partner with one of the world’s most respected gemological institutions. It is our express belief that a better-educated consumer will make more well-informed decisions, and will purchase with greater confidence. JTV’s ‘Gem Basics’ provides an entry-level course for beginners and hobbyists, but also provides a stepping stone for more-advanced studies through The Gemmological Association of Great Britain. This is a win-win opportunity for the consumer and JTV.”

Gem-A currently offers a range of courses that result in internationally recognized gem qualifications. The development of the Gem Basics Course has been overseen by Dr Jack Ogden, Gem-A CEO and a well-known authority in the gem and jewelry field.

“As the first retailer in the world to sell loose gemstones on television, JTV’s extensive reach has increased the appetite for loose gemstones and colored gemstone jewelry among consumers,” said Ogden. “Gem-A is pleased to help further JTV’s mission of opening the world of gem knowledge to a wider audience.”

Gemology is the science of gems. It encompasses the methods of formation as well as the study of properties and characteristics necessary for classification and identification. Intended for gem collectors, enthusiasts and industry professionals, the Gem Basics course encourages continued learning and a deeper understanding of the beauty and precision of nature.

Sisk went on to say, “As the longest established gemological institution in the world, Gem-A has an international reputation for excellence and we are honored to be associated with them.”

To learn more about Jewelry Television® and the Gem-A courses, please visit http://www.jtv.com.

About Jewelry Television®
Jewelry Television® (JTV) is the only broadcast shopping network that focuses exclusively on the sale of jewelry and gemstones. The privately-held company was founded in 1993 and broadcasts high definition programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to more than 80 million households in the U.S. Jewelry Television® was recently ranked the 14th largest retailer of jewelry in the U.S. by National Jeweler. JTV.com is the fifth largest jewelry destination on the internet according to Internet Retailer’s Top 500 Guide for 2010. For more information, visit JTV.com.

About The Gemmological Association of Great Britain
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain or Gem-A, a London-based non-profit organization is the world’s longest established provider of gem education. A membership organization that forms an international community of gem professionals and enthusiasts, Gem-A seeks to serve the best interests of the gem and jewelry industries worldwide through its commitment to supporting gemological research and the highest educational and trade standards. For more information, visit http://www.gem-a.com.

Source:  PRWeb  http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2012/6/prweb9615917.htm

JTV's Sisk Named to JCK “Power List”

Jewelry Television Co-Founder Named to 

“Power List” by Top Industry Publication

> via PRWEB.COM Newswire

Knoxville, Tenn. - Jewelry Television® (JTV), the world’s largest retailer of loose gemstones, today announced its co-founder, Gerald Sisk, has been included in JCK Magazine’s “Power List: 50+ Movers, Shakers, and Tastemakers in the Jewelry Industry.” Sisk, a graduate gemologist and gemstone expert, was ranked by the list as one of the top five industry leaders in the gems and gemology sector. 

The JCK Power List, which includes more than 50 individuals who are considered leaders in the jewelry industry, was compiled by JCK Magazine editors in consultation with numerous outside experts. Referred to as a “guide to the people making waves and breaking barriers in the business,” the JCK Power List is the first of its kind for the publication.

Gerald Sisk, who recently revised and edited the book “Guide to Gems and Jewelry,” has traveled extensively across the globe throughout his 40-year career in the field of jewelry and gemstones.
In addition to receiving his graduate gemologist degree from the Gemological Institute of America, he is also a member of the International Colored Gemstone Association and has served as a committee member for the Gemstone Industry Laboratory Conference.

Sisk recently helped lead JTV’s first annual international Gem Congress 2012, which brought industry experts from many countries to JTV corporate headquarters in Knoxville, Tenn. The purpose of Gem Congress 2012 was to promote innovation, collaboration, and transparency within the international gemstone community.

For more information about Gerald Sisk or to purchase a copy of his book “Guide to Gems and Jewelry” visit JTV.com.

About Jewelry Television® 
Jewelry Television® (JTV) is the only broadcast shopping network that focuses exclusively on the sale of jewelry and gemstones. The privately-held company was founded in 1993 and broadcasts high definition programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to more than 80 million unique households in the U.S. Jewelry Television® was recently ranked the 14th largest retailer of jewelry in the U.S. by National Jeweler. JTV.com is the fifth largest jewelry destination on the internet according to Internet Retailer’s Top 500 Guide for 2010. For more information, visit JTV.com.

Designer Vanna K to Join Jewelry Television

Award Winning Designer Vanna K 

to Join Jewelry Television

Broadcast retail network recognizes “Every Queen Needs Her Crown™”

Jewelry Television® (JTV), the leading broadcast retailer of jewelry and loose gemstones, has teamed up with award winning diamond jewelry designer Vanna K to bring customers a new and exquisite platinum-plated sterling silver collection for Jewelry Television’s proprietary Bella Luce® Collection. Vanna will guest-host the launch of Vanna K for Bella Luce® on April 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. EST.

“The Vanna K Collection is quickly becoming associated with today’s most beautifully crafted bridal and fashion jewelry,” said Natalie Parman, vice president of merchandising at Jewelry Television. “As a woman with a keen eye for design and a strong sense of what other women want in jewelry, Vanna K is entirely in sync with her customers’ sensibilities, taste, and shared vision of timeless beauty.”

Exclusively produced for JTV’s Bella Luce® Brand, the Vanna K Collection combines the beautiful light of Bella Luce® (JTV’s brand of simulated gemstones) that customers know and love with feminine, elegant design aesthetics that are sure to captivate their wearers. Vanna K specializes in a jewelry creation process called micro pave, which involves the precise placement of stones over the entire piece with a microscope. This process results in incredible brilliance. Discerning viewers will appreciate the vintage-inspired collection, consisting of unique rings, earrings, tennis bracelets, and pendants which feature details such as delicate hand-engraved patterns and fine milgrain work.

The extraordinary quality and unique design that make Vanna K jewelry so alluring will be integrated in the new Vanna K for Bella Luce® platinum-plated sterling silver collection, affordably priced for the woman with fine taste.    

Jewelry designer Vanna K learned her way around the jewelry industry from her father, designer Sarkis Kitsinian. In the last decade, the Vanna K brand has enjoyed success in the fine jewelry industry, specializing in unique diamond engagement rings.

“Growing up as the daughter of a master jewelry designer, I always found myself imagining and sketching different designs and would ask my father to create pieces just for me,” said Vanna K. “Now, I’m thrilled to present my platinum-plated silver sterling collection to Jewelry Television to satisfy the growing demand of our fans and their desire for affordable designer jewelry.”

Featured in numerous national fashion magazines and worn by celebrities, Vanna K was recently awarded the prestigious 2011 Jewelers’ Choice Award at the international JCK show in Las Vegas.

The Vanna K for Bella Luce® platinum-plated sterling silver collection ranges in price from $50 to $200 and is available exclusively at JTV.com.

About Jewelry Television®
Jewelry Television® (JTV) is the only broadcast shopping network that focuses exclusively on the sale of fine jewelry and gemstones. The privately-held company was founded in 1993 and broadcasts high definition programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to more than 80 million unique households in the U.S. Jewelry Television® was recently ranked the 14th largest retailer of fine jewelry in the U.S. by National Jeweler. JTV.com is the fifth largest jewelry destination on the internet according to Internet Retailer’s Top 500 Guide for 2010. For more information, visit JTV.com.

Jewelry Television Launches New Website

Jewelry shopping network develops new site to make shopping experience even easier

Jewelry Television® (JTV), the largest broadcast shopping network focused exclusively on the sale of fine jewelry and gemstones, announced the launch of a new website design at http://www.jtv.com. The new site will make Jewelry Television’s already user-friendly shopping experience even easier for customers.

The new website, completed in-house by JTV’s e-commerce team, features a wider format that allows for large, high-resolution images and videos of jewelry and gemstones, enhanced graphics which are visually appealing, and clearly-labeled tabs for improved navigation. Pages of the site work intuitively and consistently, while new search capabilities allow online jewelry shoppers a way to more quickly and easily find what they are seeking.

“We are committed to providing an exceptional customer experience,” said Craig Shields, vice president of e-commerce at Jewelry Television. “The new website was designed to be informative and very simple for our customers to navigate.”

Mobile users have the option of a fully mobile enhanced web experience will all the functions and features of the full site, from the convenience of their mobile devices.

“The user-friendly website also allows our customers to leave reviews on their purchase or read unbiased reviews before they make the purchase,” he said. “We hope that our customers will enjoy browsing the new site and that it will enhance their experience with JTV.”

About Jewelry Television®
Jewelry Television® (JTV) is the only broadcast shopping network that focuses exclusively on the sale of fine jewelry and gemstones. The privately-held company was founded in 1993 and broadcasts high definition programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to over 80 million unique households in the U.S. Jewelry Television® was recently ranked the 14th largest retailer of fine jewelry in the U.S. by National Jeweler. JTV.com is the fifth largest jewelry destination on the internet according to Internet Retailer’s Top 500 Guide for 2010. For more information, visit JTV.com.

Source:  Press Release via Jewelry Television

New Senior Buyer Joins the Jewelry Television Team

Jay Boyle announced this week the latest addition to the Senior Buying Team at JTV! George Williams!

Apparently, as a result of the Tucson Gem Show the JTV buying team is taking their act on the road...ROAD TRIP!!!!

The new Sr. Buyer, George Williams is a long time colleague of Jay & Shawn...a brief intro from their new "Gemstone Journey" blog...

"I started in this "biz" in 1969 in the opal fields of Australia and I've

traveled the world buying and selling gems for 40 years now. I love all gemstones but my real passion came from an emerald mining venture in Brazil, so you know I'm going to be looking for incredible emerald deals to bring home.

I'm heading out with my long time friend and JTV buying partner, Jay Boyle. With the exception of starting our journey all the way across the globe at the Bangkok Gem and Jewelry Show, we don't have a set itinerary. From Bangkok we will travel to where the best deals in the industry take us--maybe discovering new hot spots, or even new mines that will open more avenues of product delivery to our customers--all at prices we have never been able to offer you before!

Keep coming back to jtv.com/gemstonejourney for most posts from around the world! "

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I will never get a chance to get to the Bangkok Show - so take lots of photos and SHARE!!!

Can't wait for the adventure to begin...