SAUL BELL DESIGN AWARD          Recognizing Distinction in Jewelry Design

Design matters. Even when you don’t notice it, it surrounds you.
And design well done has the power to order the world.
To elevate common elements to a higher purpose.
The Saul Bell Design Award honors that moment
when a brilliant idea meets a keen set of skills.
The moment when exceptional design happens.

I was so honored to have been chosen as a final judge for the Saul Bell International Design Award annual contest. I had the opportunity to work with some very talented and knowledgable people. 

I’ll post images of the winning pieces as soon as they are available….we’re waiting for the announcement. The creations were so fantastic, they truly are all winners. The artists designed items that were beyond imagination and the hours of work was obvious. It was a very difficult task to narrow the jewels to a few winners.

The judges of the Saul Bell Design Award competition bring a broad range of perspectives from across the jewelry industry. They are accomplished and respected bench jewelers and designers, editors at leading industry publications, and experts in their craft. They will examine each finalist piece by hand and on a model.

2015 JUDGES, FINAL ROUND

TODD REED, VICTORIA LANSFORD, BLAINE LEWIS, EILEEN MCCLELLAND and JANET DELEUSE 

                

Read entire article and see all photos on Janet Deleuse.com

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“Janet, thank-you for everything you do. As I said before, you are truly an artist, and that is why it is so special buying jewelry from you.” Peter, Atlanta, GA

” Beauty, exquisite design, pleasant and personalized attention. These qualities have been constant in our 20 years of shopping with Janet and Jeff Deleuse – Two exceptionally talented and caring people. The Best!’ Helen P.,Belvedere

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"I purchased this beautiful chain from Janet Deleuse about 3 weeks ago. It was an online purchase so I was hoping I would be pleased. It exceeded my expectations as it was exactly as pictured. Delicate and perfectly crafted. Packing was very secure and shipping was quick. I would not hesitate to purchase from Deleuse again! Michele, New Jersey

“Janet and Jeff designed and crafted our wedding rings and did a great job. They worked with existing diamonds we had in an antique ruby cocktail ring, added the sapphire stone and made a beautiful pendant with the ruby. In addition, they designed earrings for our daughters. All are still in great shape today. They are easy to work with and very reliable and trustworthy.” Peg M., San Anselmo

Accreditation includes diplomas from the Gemological Institute of America and the American Gem Society and thirty years of experience.

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