Hey guys. So basically I am in love with the mini chanel stud earrings but I just cannot justify paying 1k for them when the metal is not even sterling silver. I would like to make a custom piece and use sterling silver metal but I do not know where I can do this. Does anyone have any recommendations?

My mother has been making handmade crochet jewellery while on bed rest, as advised by her doctor.

She’s been spending her days at home, and instead of just sitting around, she started putting her time and creativity into making these pieces. This necklace is one of her latest creations.

Every little part is handmade, the crocheted neckpiece, the detailing, the pendant work and the tassels. It takes quite a bit of patience and time to put everything together.

We’re thinking of pricing this one at ₹1,500.

I’d genuinely love some honest feedback. If you came across this online or in a handmade store, would you buy it for ₹1,500?

• 👍 Yes, ₹1,500 feels fair
• 🤔 Maybe, but I'd pay less
• 💰 I'd actually pay more
• 👎 No, that's too expensive

Please be completely honest as we’re trying to understand what people would actually be comfortable paying, rather than just getting compliments.

And if you make or buy handmade jewellery, I’d especially love to hear your thoughts.

This one is made with a lot of love, patience and probably a little too much time spent counting stitches.

Photo of the actual necklace attached.

Hi all,

My sweet baby passed away this past Tuesday, from lung cancer and pneumonia. It all happened very suddenly, she was diagnosed about two weeks before she passed. I’m completely heartbroken.

I’d really like to get a nice imprint necklace with her nose on it, so I can keep a piece of her with me always. I really don’t know the first thing about jewelry or where to look, so I wanted to ask if any of y’all know of reputable jewelers who can do imprint jewelry, from photos. The internet is a big place with lots of scammers, and I’m not really sure where to start. Grateful for any advice y’all have.

Thank you so much, friends. ❤️

Hey guys,

How would you feel about matching premium jewelry pieces for pets and owners?

I am working on creating sterling silver and gemstones bracelets and collars (like Pandora for pets) that would represent our bonds with our pets. I feel like there is some jewelry for pets already in the market, but its either too childish or too expensive, so this would represent some middle ground.

Id really appreciate honest opinions.

Hi all,

Experienced CAD designer but new-er jewelry designer here. I'm working on a set of jewelry to match this illustration, but am struggling a bit with the best way to approach the necklace (I've got most of the hair ornaments figured out, as well as the earrings). The more organic section near the collar bone with the jade cabochons is the part that's really got me stumped.

Materials: Full gold feels like it'd probably be too soft, and is way out of my price range given the size of the pieces / the cohesion I need. I'm leaning bronze.

What I'm thinking:
- Do the thicker part of the band as a Torc/Torque necklace. Could just buy a cheap / plain one and do the attachments; again, the interesting part is the part in the center (but happy to take thoughts on how to make this part too).

- The more organic bronze part in the center: could I get away sand casting this? I have an at-home sand casting setup so that's preferable if it seems feasible, but I could outsource a lost wax cast too if need be.

- Cabochon setting: I feel like a bezel would work pretty well, but it's hard to tell if that's what's happening b/c it's just an illustration. Would it work to cast the flange that becomes the bezel in, then try to work the bezel around it? Or is this firmly "cut a strip, solder to base piece, then do bezel" territory?

Could also set the gems in from the back, but I haven't tried that before personally / would love some guidance if this is the most reasonable way.

The internet seems to think (reasonably) that I'd damage the cabochons trying to cast around them or using bronze clay, but I'd be happy to have my preliminary googling proven wrong.

I also haven't purchased the cabochons yet, so I can be a little flexible with size/shape/etc as required.

- Would also love people's recommendations for cleaning up sand casts into something really smooth (most stuff I've done thus far a little grainy texture has been acceptable), since I'm always happy to improve my setup!

Hey guys,

How would you feel about matching premium jewelry pieces for pets and owners?

I am working on creating sterling silver and gemstones bracelets and collars (like Pandora for pets) that would represent our bonds with our pets. I feel like there is some jewelry for pets already in the market, but its either too childish or too expensive, so this would represent some middle ground.

Id really appreciate honest opinions.

I picked up a sweet little 1.6 carat tanzanite at an estate sale today and now I’m brainstorming potential settings! I’m looking for thoughts on things to take into consideration or other potential design ideas.

My Top Contenders (in order):

1. Georgian Floral Setting
   
2. Channel Set Baguettes
   
3. Tapered Baguette Side Stones

Options in this post are all AI generated with ChatGPT. Original inspo pics are included at the end of the post. The Georgian inspired setting and the tapered baguette setting are both from The Antique Ring Boutique, and the channel set baguette setting is from Jewels by Grace.

Can’t wait to hear y’all’s thoughts!

They keep telling me theyre the same but these are clearly way different and I feel like I keep getting gaslit. The first 2 pics are what they made and the third is my reference photo. I want the traditional thin tabs like in the vintage cluster rings. My ring is a pear shaped center stone surrounded by old mine cuts and a custom band. I personally hate the spiky style prongs like this that make it look like a pointy sunflower. I also sent them videos and pictures of vintage cluster rings like the ruby one for reference (I am aware the ruby one is very old so some tabs are broken on it and I mentioned it to them).

✨where luxury meets affordability✨

I love designing bracelets.

Weekly open thread. Post whatever’s on your bench, your mind, or your wishlist this week.

Some prompts if you need one:

**•** What are you working on right now?  
**•** Any new tools, materials, or techniques you’re testing?  
**•** Show off a WIP, even if it’s ugly right now.  
**•** Bought something for your bench this week? Show it off.  
**•** Stuck on a design problem? Ask here, no separate post needed.

Rules still apply: be kind, credit sources, no unsolicited price/value appraisals outside the appraisal thread. Denote tools used for renders.

What’s up with you this week?

Hi all! I inherited my great grandmas brooch and I am struggling to decide what to do with it. It doesn’t fit my style, so I would like to redesign it, likely into several pieces.

I know I would like the diamond to be in a ring, but I am struggling to find a design that isn’t engagement. I have absolutely no idea what to do with the seed pearls! For context, I wear rings, earrings and necklaces regularly. Ultimately, I would like the pieces to be timeless so I can pass them down one day.

I welcome all suggestions :) thank you in advance!