Custom Creations
1976-2022
Custom Pieces Through the Years
Whether you want Jim to take the reigns and create a beautiful masterpiece that no one else has, or you have very specific desires for your custom piece of jewelry, we will create you a beautiful, durable, unique piece of jewelry that will last you a lifetime!
Make an appointment to set up a private one-on-one consultation to start the process of creating your custom jewelry! Bring any photos and ideas you have as well!
We go about custom jewelry one of two ways. Jim or Valerie will decide which method is best for what you're looking for.
Option 1: Hand Carved Wax
This option involves Jim hand carving a wax mold of what your item will look like. Once the wax has been created we will meet again to have you approve or make any changes you'd like to make to the item. Once the wax has been approved Jim will cast the piece using a technique called lost wax casting. Once the casting is complete, your piece of jewelry will be finished and polished and ready to pick up!
Process Time- usually this takes about 4-6 weeks, but can be longer or shorter depending on the project and how long it takes to finalize a design
Option 2: CAD CAM
This is our most popular process nowadays. It involves designing a piece of jewelry on a computer program and then having a 3D printer print the wax instead of Jim doing it. The piece is then cast and finished and ready for wear!
You are given the same options about changes, but you will be looking at a computer generated photo instead of a wax. This process allows for precision like no other!
Process Time- usually this takes about 4-6 weeks, but can be longer or shorter depending on the project and how long it takes to finalize a design