INDIANAPOLIS JEWELRY ARTISIAN GETS HER ROSE ON THIS SEASON OF ABC'S "THE BACHELOR"
Indianapolis, IN January 21, 2009
"…it has been such a complete thrill and honor to be included along side such huge names as Smashbox Cosmetics, Xbox, Vera Bradley, JunkFood, David Kahn Jeanswear, Bliss Beauty, Express, etc ....it really is a dream come true for me...in a way I almost feel like one of the contestants…” says Erica Kortz, a lifelong resident of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Recently, after catching the eye of Bachelor Producer Cassie Lambert, from the Etsy Website in which Erica Does most of her retail business, Erica's jewelry has been included in the gift bags that got out to all of the girls on ABC's hit TV show, "The Bachelor".
"...gift bags are a really fun part of our business and the items we put into them are a lot of times quite coveted. Typically all the bags are the same so it's really nice when we find something to make each bag unique and Erica's jewelry pieces do just that. When I first came across her pieces on her Etsy site I thought they were perfect. She has a wonderfully simplistic yet sophisticated style which makes her pieces good for any occasion and that is just what we need for a show like the Bachelor..." says Cassie.
Having various trades and doing many crafts with her hands her entire life, Erica finally settled on jewelry making full time about five years ago.
"My favorite materials are semi-precious and precious gemstones, pearls, coral, and sterling silver. I also incorporate Swarovski crystals on occasion. I love the colors, texture, and uniqueness of the gems I work with. It is extremely important to me that my clients walk away understanding the value of the piece and appreciating it as something they will have for years and hopefully even pass on to their loved ones. I put so much time and effort into the design and execution of each and every piece of jewelry I make..." says Erica.
Not only will you see Erica's jewelry being sported by the girls on this season of "The Bachelor", her pieces are also being featured in the "As Seen On" section of the ABC website were viewers of the show can win a bag for themselves, and included in a Life and Style Magazine gift bag giveaway.
"...I truly enjoy creating jewelry. It gives me a sense of pleasure when I see other people wearing my jewelry and incorporating it into their own unique style. To know that the piece is being worn, and that it puts a smile on someone's face whenever they wear it, makes me truly happy...." Erica confesses.
Watch for Erica’s jewelry beginning Monday, January 5th on this season of “The Bachelor”.
To learn more about Erica Kortz or her jewelry please visit her website at www.designsbyericakortz.com
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