How is Our Custom Jewellery Created?

Creating custom jewellery is a rewarding process that involves several steps, blending artistry and craftsmanship with personal preferences. Here’s a step-by-step guide to create your very own custom jewellery.

1. Consultation and Design Brief

  • Initial Meeting: You start with a consultation with a jeweller or designer. This can be virtual over the phone, email or text message.
  • Discuss Preferences: Share your ideas, preferences, and budget. This includes the type of jewellery (ring, necklace, bracelet, etc.), preferred metal (gold, platinum, silver), gemstones, and any design elements you have in mind.
  • Inspiration and Style: You might look at sketches, existing jewelry pieces, or photos to convey your style and vision.

2. Design Creation

  • Concept Sketches: The jeweller creates initial digital renderings based on your input. These renderings illustrate the overall design, including the shape, setting, and arrangement of stones.
  • Review and Revision: You review the sketches and provide feedback. Revisions are made until the design meets your satisfaction.

3. Material Selection

  • Choose Materials: Decide on the materials for the jewelry, including the type of precious metal and gemstones. If you want specific stones, they can be sourced or provided.
  • Confirm Details: Finalize the details such as gemstone quality, metal purity, and any other specific design features.

4. Creating a Model

  • 3D Modeling: Many jewelers use 3D modeling software to create a precise digital model of the jewelry. This allows you to see a realistic representation of the final piece.
  • Approval: Review a tangible 3D model and make any final adjustments before proceeding to the final physical creation.

5. Casting and Fabrication

  • Wax Model: For traditional methods, a wax model of the jewelry may be created. This model is used for casting the piece in metal.
  • Casting: The wax model is melted away, and molten metal is poured into the mold to create the jewelry’s base shape.
  • Fabrication: For more intricate designs, jewelers may handcraft the piece using techniques such as forging, soldering, and setting.

6. Stone Setting and Finishing

  • Stone Setting: If the jewelry includes gemstones, they are carefully set into their designated places. This requires precision to ensure stones are secure and properly aligned.
  • Polishing and Finishing: The piece is polished to achieve a smooth, shiny surface. Additional finishing touches, such as engraving or texturing, are added as per the design.

7. Quality Control

  • Inspection: The finished piece undergoes a thorough quality check. This ensures that it meets design specifications and quality standards.
  • Adjustments: Any necessary adjustments or repairs are made to ensure the piece is perfect.

8. Delivery

  • Presentation: The custom jewelry is lastly cleaned and presented in luxurious packaging.
  • Final Review: You review the final piece on video to ensure it matches your vision. If there are any issues, they are addressed before final acceptance.

9. Aftercare and Service

  • Maintenance: The jeweller may provide guidance on how to care for and maintain the jewelry to ensure its longevity.
  • Repairs and Adjustments: Future repairs or adjustments can be handled by the Micah Jakob who created the piece.
  • Emailed us for a complimentary quote for repair or maintenance.

Creating custom jewellery is a collaborative process that results in a unique and personalized experience, reflecting your individual style and personality to be handed down to the next generation.