Jewelers Circular Keystone, aka JCK, has a call for designers out today for their 2008 Design Center show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jewelry designers have some time to think about applying since the deadline is in mid-October. Here are the some of the details about the event and how to apply from the JCK web site:

JCK Events is searching for jewelry designers to participate in the 2008 Design Center at the JCK Show ~ Las Vegas. The Design Center will provide a warm, inviting environment for a small selection of designer owned companies with similar artistic product and marketing missions; as well as offer retail buyers an organized and varied assortment of designer jewelry expertise and products from all facets of the design jewelry world.

To participate in the Design Center companies must complete the 2008 Design Center Application and return it with six digital images and any support materials (press kit, photos, marketing materials, and catalogs). Applications can be found online at www.jckshows.com. The deadline for submission is Oct. 12.

Once all applications have been received they will be reviewed by a jury of industry members, including designers, retailers, and other trade representatives who have experience in evaluating the design of fine jewelry. Overall appearance, originality, and salability are what will be taken into consideration. Following the jury, all available booths will be assigned based on the results of the jury tally. This year's jury will take place in November 2007 and results will be announced the first week in December. Applicants will be contacted within two weeks following the jury tally.

In addition, the jury will also choose The Rising Stars, which offers several designers the chance to make their debut in the fine jewelry market.