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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Shaheer Hosh
D. Stern Jewelers
561 210 5222
Mizner Park
421 S. Plaza Real
Boca Raton FL 33432.
Two-Day Only Top Jewelry Designer Trunk Show
Meet the Designer
Boca Raton FL, January 21, 2010—D. Stern Jewelers, Mizner Park, 421 S. Plaza Real, Boca Raton (561 210 5222) will host a special two-day Trunk Show featuring the award-winning Collections of Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC on Friday and Saturday, February 12 and 13, 12 noon-9:30 pm at Mizner Park. Katrin will present her Collections including best-selling limited edition necklaces and earrings of diamonds, emeralds, multi-colored sapphires, rubies and pearls in high-karat gold which have been worn by A-List Hollywood celebrities. The new Jewel Casual Collection features cutting-edge styles such as chocolate pearls, onyx and diamonds and blackened metals all under $1000.
Katrin will be available to meet customers and make personal jewelry wardrobe recommendations. The couture pieces may be individually modified to suit each customer by the designer at no additional cost. The new Jewel Casual Collection is a perfect everyday complement to the couture line, featuring finest materials and workmanship.
The Collections of Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC are represented in top stores nationally including Las Vegas, Philadelphia and Asheville NC. Katrin has created exceptional pieces for such charity galas as the American Heart Association. She receives major national press coverage and is a byline columnist for Southern Jewelry News. Her studio is based in the Blue Ridge Mountains in NC. http://jeweljewel.com 877 JEWEL-MY.
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 Jewel Casual Collection Launch Featured in Southern Jewelry News and MidAmerica Jewelry News
 Dana's Fine Jewelry Trunk Show Nov. 2009, NC. Multiple media reports including live radio interview
 New Jewel Casual Ad appearing monthly in Southern Jewelry News and MidAmerica Jewelry News
 Banks Jewelry and Gifts Trunk Show, NC, October 2009. Multiple media articles including radio interview.
Seven pieces from the Collections of Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC chosen in a juried competition by the Knoxville Museum of Art to display at the Museum for their ArtScapes 2009 Extravaganza, were successfully auctioned in October 2009 with multiple bids and sales.
 Hope Medallion Collection Ad
Distributed widely nationally in publications including Southern Jewelry News and Mid American Jewelry News
Southern Jewelry News May 2009:
Mia Katrin attends 24 Karat Club black-tie Gala at SJTA Atlanta Jewelry Show, August, 2009 at the invitation of Southern Jewelry News, where she is a regular columnist.
PRESS RELEASE:
http://www.theopenpress.com/index.php?a=press&id=55984
JEWEL COUTURE LLC Launches Jewel Casual Collection
Fleetwood NC, August 17, 2009—JEWEL COUTURE LLC (http://jeweljewel.com) is launching its exciting and timely Jewel Casual Collection featuring necklaces and earrings in 14 karat gold and silver with gems, all affordably priced under $1000 (MSRP). The fresh, bold look includes hot new trends such as blackened metals paired with gold, chocolate pearls and very popular "black and white" pieces. With cutting-edge style, finest materials and workmanship, the pieces offer a perfect "everyday" complement to the Couture Collections.
The Jewel Casual Collection, which is already attracting lots of excitement, includes "silver twist" chokers of chocolate pearls, black onyx or amethysts and "golden waves" necklaces of large blue topaz drops or black onyx paired with pearls. The Knoxville Museum of Art has just chosen a selection of the pieces in a juried competition for its ArtScapes 2009 Extravangza. "Golden Glory" from the Collection was recently live-auctioned at the Avery Arts Council Gala (NC), receiving major press coverage.
The award-winning Collections of Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC expressing exuberance, spirit and style are featured in top stores and galleries nationally from Las Vegas to Boca Raton, where Mia Katrin regularly hosts Trunk Shows. The exquisite necklaces featuring gems in gold and platinum have been worn by A-List Hollywood celebrities. For more information or to request the Jewel Casual catalog, contact http://jeweljewel.com, info@jeweljewel.com, 877 JEWEL-MY.
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Wanda Drake
Drake's Gallery of Diamonds
828 526 5858
152 South Second St.
Highlands NC 28741
Nationally Celebrated Jewelry Designer to Host Trunk Show
Highlands, NC, April 10, 2009—Drake's Gallery of Diamonds, 152 South Second St., Highlands NC (828 526 5858 ) will host a special one-day Trunk Show featuring the award-winning Collections of Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC on Saturday July 25, 10 am-7 pm at their location. The designer will be available to meet, answer questions and make personal recommendations to complement jewelry wardrobes. The couture pieces may be individually modified to suit and fit exactly by the designer! The exquisite necklaces, earrings and bracelets featuring diamonds, multi-colored sapphires, rubies and pearls in 18-24 karat gold and platinum have been worn by A-List Hollywood celebrities. (http://jeweljewel.com).
The Collections of exuberance, spirit and style are featured in top galleries and stores throughout the country, including Las Vegas, Boca Raton, Philadelphia and Asheville, where Mia Katrin regularly hosts Trunk Shows. The limited edition pieces feature cutting-edge design, the finest materials and meticulous workmanship. All pieces are made in the USA. Katrin's studio is based in Ashe County NC....
Open Press Press Release: http://www.theopenpress.com/index.php?a=press&id=46850
24-7 Press Release: http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/jewel-couture-llc-launches-hope-medallion-collection-92420.php
PR.Com Press Release: http://www.pr.com/press-release/94332
FLASH! Mia Katrin's Jewelry By Design syndicated Byline column appears as page 1 lead Featured Article "Hot Topic" January 2009 Southern Jewelry News. Profile of premier international emerald dealer Ron Ringrud.
Mia Katrin's fashion forecast quoted in Texas Jewelers 2008 Tucson Show wrap up: "Hot Stuff!" by Diana Jarrett, GG, Texas Jewelers, Spring 2008
"Other artisans vigorously embraced the organic look as well. Couture jeweler Mia Katrin travels everywhere in search of gemstones worthy of her stylish brand. Katrin forecasts, 'The world is going green–both in metals and gems. In diamonds, colored diamonds, especially those in earth tones, and uncut diamonds fit in with the natural, organic look. Jewelry with a cause–where part of the proceeds are donated to charity, and ‘ethical’ jewelry–with an awareness of legitimate sources and means of production, including ‘green’ manufacturing, is in the forefront.'"
"Lariat style neckwear in 18-22kt yellow gold with pearls and briolette cut sapphires and aquamarine. Photo Courtesy of Mia Katrin."
Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC featured in Rapaport Report:"The Queen of Gems" by Diana Jarrett, GG "Designer Mia Katrin of Jewel Couture LLC has traveled the world buying gems in locations such as India and Sri Lanka. Ruby briolettes and beads feature prominently in her sumptuous designs favored by Hollywood celebrities. Katrin's ruby rough hails from Kenya and is cut in India. Her clients adore ruby, so she pairs the stone appropriately with high-karat gold and platinum. The Ruby's transparency, or lack of it, contributes to the final price of her stylish designs. 'I have a necklace of transparent deep red ruby and diamond briolettes in 18-to-22-karat gold for $9,500, but also a necklace of large, deep red opaque ruby briolettes, with substantial 18-karat gold bars for $3,600. The client has a choice.'"
Pearl Lariat by Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC featured as "Must Have" Jewelry in JCK Online:
Must Have: Jewel Couture
November 27, 2007 | Link This
"Briolettes are my current obsession, and when designers are turning out beautiful pieces like this, it is no wonder why.
Product Info:
Pearl lariat in 18-22k yellow gold with aquamarine and sapphire briolettes. Can be worn at various lengths. Matching earrings available."
August 2008 Mountain Times NC article:
Southern Jewelry News September 2008 features Sapphire Earrings by Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC:
SAMPLES OF PAST PRESS RELEASES:
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Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC to Host Trunk Show at Art Museum Brunch
Benefit Show by Nationally Celebrated Jewelry Designer
Hickory, NC, November 28, 2008—Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC will present her award-winning Collections of exuberant necklaces and earrings at the Hickory Museum of Art’s “Angels of the Arts” Brunch Saturday, December 6, 2008, 10 am-1pm at Lake Hickory Country Club, 430 17th Ave. NW. Forty percent of all sales will be donated to the Hickory Museum of Art. Several spectacular pieces brought in just for the Hickory show include a remarkable necklace of rare Colombian emerald briolettes as well as other exquisite necklaces of rubies, diamonds, multi-colored sapphires and Tahitian pearls in gold and platinum....
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Sapphire Earrings by Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC to be Live-Auctioned at NC Gala
Collections Continue to Garner Major National Media Attention
Linville Ridge, NC, July 6, 2008—Beautiful sapphire and tourmaline multicolor earrings in 18-22 karat gold designed by Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC (http://jeweljewel.com) will be auctioned at the Mountain Palette Gala at prestigious Linville Ridge Country Club, NC, on July 24, 2008, with proceeds benefiting the Avery Council for the Arts (http://averycountyartscouncil.org). The earrings, part of the award-winning Precious Briolette Collection, were designed specially for the event. They are valued at $900.
In June 2008, the Collections of Mia Katrin achieved record sales at North Carolina’s Carlton Gallery (http://carltonartgallery.com). The gallery will host a Trunk Show featuring the Collections in August. Mia Katrin will also present a special showing of her Collections at the Mountain Classic Ladies Luncheon at Linville Ridge Country Club on August 1. The exceptional necklaces have been a favorite for years at the annual event, which will include a fashion show with live models....
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Glittering Jewels for a Good Cause
Banner Elk, NC, June 30, 2008—Jewelry designer Mia Katrin has made a special donation to the treasure chest of art objects set to be auctioned off at the upcoming Arts Gala on July 24. Katrin, whose emerald and gold necklace was a major attraction at the American Heart Association’s 50th Anniversary “Heart Ball” last February in Charlotte, continues her generosity with this latest creation, multicolor sapphire and tourmaline earrings in 18 karat gold. The earrings, to be featured at the Gala’s live auction, have been designed especially for the Avery Arts Council’s annual fundraiser for the arts....
"HEARTS OF GOLD" NECKLACE BY MIA KATRIN FOR JEWEL COUTURE FEATURED ON FRONT PAGE OF MARCH 2008 SOUTHERN JEWELRY NEWS:
MIA KATRIN CURRENTLY FEATURED DESIGNER FOR JOHN FISH JEWELERS, LAS VEGAS, ON FOX 5 TV PROMOTION (KVVU, VEGAS) This promotion is on John Fish Jewelers splash page for the Vegas Wedding Bells Guide on fox5vegas.com:
http://www.fox5vegas.com/weddingbells/14391577/detail.html
The promotion is also being featured on Fox 5 TV, Las Vegas.
PRESS RELEASE
Emerald Necklace by Mia Katrin for JEWEL COUTURE LLC Featured in Southern Jewelry News
Collections Continue to Garner Major National Media Attention
Fleetwood, NC, May 8, 2008—An exquisite triple-strand emerald necklace in 18 karat gold with ornate clasp designed by Mia Katrin for Jewel Couture LLC was featured in April 2008 Southern Jewelry News and Mid-America Jewelry News, with large full-color photographs. The exceptional piece was live-auctioned at the American Heart Association’s Heart Ball in Charlotte NC, February 2008 for several thousand dollars, with all proceeds benefiting the AHA. (http://jeweljewel.com)
The award-winning Collections continue to be highlighted in major national media, including Spring 2008 Texas Jeweler’s Magazine (http://texasjewelers.org), which includes Katrin’s design forecast and jewelry photos in its annual Tucson jewelry show review, Jeweler’s Circular Keystone (“must have jewelry”), Rapaport Report (“sumptuous designs favored by Hollywood celebrities”), and Jewelry Crafts Magazine, which has featured 4-5 page color spreads of the Collections in the last several issues. May 2008 Southern Jewelry News’ leading front-page feature is Mia Katrin’s monthly syndicated Byline column. (http://southernjewelrynews.com) “Jewelry By Design” reaches 100,000 subscribers through multiple media outlets. (http://miakatrin.com)
Jewel Couture LLC Designer Mia Katrin wins award for top three in "Best of Artists" North Carolina competition. The winning necklace, a ruby lariat which has been worn by an A-List Hollywood celebrity, is featured in Best of NC Artists and Artisans with a full-page display, distributed through galleries and museums.
Carolina Arts, Feb. 16, 2008
Mia Katrin
An exquisite one-of-a-kind "Hearts of Gold" necklace of large, beautiful South Sea and Tahitian pearls in natural shades of gold, white and silver, designed by Mia Katrin for Jewel Couture LLC especially for the American Heart Association's "Heart of Gold" 50th Anniversary Heart Ball in Charlotte, NC, Feb. 9, 2008, will be live-auctioned at the event. All proceeds will benefit the AHA. The necklace features a 14 karat-gold heart-shaped clasp with diamonds which can also be worn facing front as a pendant, along with white gold and diamond dividers (approximately .4 carats total weight diamonds), hand-knotted on silk in a cutting-edge yet classic style. Pre-bids will be accepted before Feb, 9, 2008, by contacting Susan Fisher by e-mail at (Susan.fisher@heart.org)....
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“Hearts of Gold” Necklace Donated to American Heart Association
$18,000 Designer Original Will Be Live-Auctioned at 50th Anniversary White-Tie Ball in Charlotte NC
Charlotte, NC, January 13, 2008—An exquisite one-of-a-kind “Hearts of Gold” necklace of large, beautiful South Sea and Tahitian pearls in natural shades of gold, white and silver, designed by Mia Katrin for Jewel Couture LLC especially for the American Heart Association’s “Heart of Gold” 50th Anniversary Heart Ball in Charlotte NC, February 9, 2008, will be live-auctioned at the event. All proceeds will benefit the AHA.
The necklace features a 14 karat-gold heart-shaped clasp with diamonds which can also be worn facing front as a pendant, along with white gold and diamond dividers (approximately .4 carats total weight diamonds), hand-knotted on silk in a cutting-edge yet classic style. Pre-bids will be accepted before February 9 by contacting Susan.fisher@heart.org....
SEVERAL-PAGE SPREADS OF PHOTOS OF COLLECTIONS OF MIA KATRIN FOR JEWEL COUTURE LLC FEATURED IN MULTIPLE ISSUES OF JEWELRY CRAFTS MAGAZINE. A FEW SAMPLES. . . .
Platinum Guild International Press Release:
"Platinum Jewelry Sale to Light Up Las Vegas
11/1/2007
Renowned jewelry designer, Mia Katrin is set to host a Holiday Trunk Show showcasing some gorgeous designs in Las Vegas this December.
The event, which will be open to the public, will include some rare and unique pieces including stunning necklaces in 18-25 karat gold and platinum set multi-colored sapphires.
Also featured will be two new ranges: The Gold Leaves Collection of hand-made gold leaves with rubies and the Eternity Collection, which features 18-22 karat pink and yellow gold set with diamonds.
As well as having her designs featured on local Fox 5 News, Ms Katrin's Ruby Heart Necklace was star of the American Heart Association's Gala Event in February this year. It was auctioned live by news presenter Paul Cameron and fetched several thousand dollars.
Not only a talented designer, Ms Katrin is a well-loved columnist, with her writing reaching 100,000 readers through publications including Jewelry Crafts magazine and Southern Jewelry News."
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Just in Time for the Holidays! Fabulous Unique Designer Jewels
Nationally-celebrated jewelry designer hosting Trunk Show at
Hickory Museum of Art Brunch
Hickory, NC, October 21, 2007--Looking for something special this holiday season? What could be better than fabulous emeralds, rich rubies, dazzling diamonds, and sapphires all the colors of the rainbow, set in beautiful, one-of-a-kind necklaces in 18-24 karat gold and platinum?
Mia Katrin will be presenting her award-winning Collections of exuberant necklaces and earrings at a the Hickory Museum of Art’s “Angels of the Arts” Brunch December 1, 2007, 10 am-1pm at Lake Hickory Country Club. Proceeds from the event, included in JEWEL COUTURE LLC’s Holiday 2007 National Tour, will benefit the Hickory Museum of Art....
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RUBY HEART NECKLACE BY RENOWNED DESIGNER MIA KATRIN FEATURED AT AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION GALA EVENT
Necklace to be live-auctioned at 12th Annual Heart Gala in Hickory NC Feb. 24
Hickory, NC, January 20, 2007-–Want the perfect gift to celebrate Valentine’s Day? What could be more exceptional than an exquisite, one-of-a-kind “Ruby Heart” Necklace of natural heart-shaped ruby briolettes, or drops, and diamonds (approximately 32 carats total) in ornate 18-22 karat gold, by award-wining designer Mia Katrin of Jewel Couture LLC, created specifically for the Gala Event? The necklace, retail priced at $4500, will the featured piece at the 12th Annual An Affair of the Heart Gala, February 24, 2007, at the Rock Barn Golf and Spa in Conover, NC, and auctioned live at the event, with all proceeds going the AHA....
Mia Katrin with Ruby Heart Necklace at American Heart Association Gala Event in Conover NC February 2007:
Bio/Resume for Mia Katrin/JEWEL COUTURE LLC:
http://jeweljewel.com • Box 217 Fleetwood NC 28626
Phone 1 877 JEWEL MY • E-mail info@jeweljewel.com
JEWEL COUTURE LLC
President, Jewelry Designer, 2003-present. Featuring collectionw of high-end necklaces of precious gem briolettes, high-karat gold and platinum. Cutting-edge design, creating waves of excitement nationally at top echelon galleries and stores. Worn by A-list Hollywood celebrities. Member American Gem Trade Association (AGTA).
REPRESENTATION
Represented by the following fine galleries and stores:
Ancient Creations, The Venetian, Las Vegas, NV
Banks Jewelery, Burnsville, NC
Bellagio Art to Wear Gallery, Asheville, NC
Carlton Gallery, Foscoe, NC
Christensen Heller Gallery, Oakland, CA
Crest Jewel, Fairfield, IA
Crogan's Jewel Box, Charleston, SC
David Stern Designing Jewelers, Boca Raton, FL
Drakes Diamond Gallery, Highlands, NC
Elizabeth Bruns Jewelers, Charlotte, NC
Elysium, Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, NV
Gallery 9, Foscoe, NC
Gary P. Mann Design, Goldsmith & Gemologist, Manayunk PA
Greene and Greene Gallery, Lambertville, NJ
Hardin Fine Jewelry, Banner Elk, NC
Hickory Museum of Art, NC
John Fish Jewelers, Las Vegas, NV
Knoxville Museum of Art, TN
Langman Gallery, next to Bloomingdale’s, Willow Grove, PA
Loy Harn Jewelers, Charleston SC
Mon Amie, Laguna Beach, CA
Perry's Jewelry, Charlotte, NC
Spicer and Company, Cookeville TN
Twisted Tree Gallery, Hickory, NC
Wallace Fine Art, Longboat Key, FL
UPCOMING SHOWS
BANKS JEWELERS, Burnsville NC, September 12, 2009
KNOXVILLE MUSEUM OF ART, ArtScapes 2009 Extravaganza, October 2, 2009
SPICER AND COMPANY, Cookeville TN, November 7, 2009
DAVID STERN DESIGNING JEWELERS, Boca Raton, FL, December 2009
HICKORY MUSEUM OF ART, NC, Private Trunk Show and Angels of the Arts Brunch Trunk Show, December 5, 2009
RECENT SHOWS
ATLANTA JEWELRY SHOW, 24 Karat Club Gala, August, 2009
DRAKE'S GALLERY OF DIAMONDS, Highlands, NC, July 25, 2009
CARLTON GALLERY, NC, July 2009
AVERY ARTS COUNCIL benefit at Linville Ridge Country Club, NC, July 16, 2009
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEART BALL, FEBRUARY 9, 2008, 50TH ANNIVERSARY WHITE-TIE EVENT, CHARLOTTE, NC, A HUGE SUCCESS!
EXPERIENCE
Gem Broker, procuring world class gems internationally.
Philosophy Professor, Millersville University, PA
EDUCATION
PhD, University of Chicago (Aesthetics)
Studied goldsmithing with world class goldsmiths, including at Penland School of Crafts, NC.
SAMPLING OF ADS:
Full color ads run monthly in Southern Jewelry News and Mid America Jewelry News:
A few samples of ads and promotional materials:
Crest Jewel, IA ad:
Gallery 9 NC ad in Mountain Times:
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