Custom Jewellery Design Process

Every custom piece begins with a conversation. Whether you're nearby or across the world, I work through a mix of virtual and in-person collaboration to bring your ideas to life.

I create custom jewellery including engagement rings, wedding bands, wedding sets and one-of-a-kind pieces, as well as redesigns using heirloom stones and precious metals.

Custom jewellery involves more time and planning than ready-made jewellery. Each piece is designed specifically for you, then individually made, finished and fitted. The process takes a little longer, but it means we can get the details right.

1. Initial Consultation

We begin with your story.

I’ll ask about:

• Timeline

• Budget

• Metal preferences

• Gemstones — new or heirloom

• Ring size or necklace length

• Design inspiration or references

You don't need to know exactly what you want before we begin. This stage is about figuring out what you like, what matters to you, and what we can create from there.

2. Design Concept & Detailed Quotation

Using what you’ve shared, I develop a preliminary design concept.

You’ll receive:

• A clear description of the proposed design

• A detailed cost breakdown

• Notes on incorporating heirloom materials, if applicable

You’ll know what goes into your piece and what it will cost before deciding to move forward.

A Note on Heirloom Materials & Custom Pricing

Precious metal prices are currently very high. When I began working as a jeweller, silver traded around $6 CAD per ounce. Today, after currency exchange and refining or fabrication surcharges, sterling silver can exceed $100 CAD per ounce. Gold prices have risen significantly as well.

Incorporating your own heirloom gold or gemstones — and, where appropriate, silver — can help reduce material costs while keeping a little of the history of the original piece.

Because precious metal prices change daily, quotations reflect market rates at the time the estimate is prepared.

3. Acceptance & Deposit

Once you approve the design and quotation, a 50% non-refundable deposit secures your project and allows production to begin.

Payment is typically made by e-transfer.

4. Visual Rendering

I create a detailed 3D rendering of your piece for review. This allows us to check proportions, stone placement and the overall design before fabrication begins.

Revisions can be made at this stage if needed.

5. Craftsmanship

With your final approval, your piece is carefully crafted and assembled.

From casting and stone setting through to finishing, each step is completed with attention to both the appearance and durability of the finished piece.

6. Final Review & Payment

When your piece is complete, I’ll send detailed photographs for your final approval.

Once approved, the remaining balance is due before shipping or pickup.

7. Delivery

Your finished piece is carefully packaged and presented in a box, ready for gifting or wearing.

Most custom projects take approximately 3–8 weeks, depending on the complexity of the design and whether stones or other materials need to be sourced.

Ongoing Care

I stand behind my work and am always available to help with resizing, refinishing, repairs or future adaptations.