Custom, explained.

 "What does it look like to design a piece with Katelynne Eslick here at Sugar Plum Fine Jewelry."

It starts with a complementary design consultation, either in store or virtually. You sit down with me (Kate) and discuss exactly what you were dreaming about for your new piece of jewelry! All you need going into the consultation is that idea and any jewelry you want to use. You can use the stones from old jewelry in the new piece of jewelry, or if you simply want some credit towards your new piece - I can turn that old gold into credit towards your dream ring, necklace, bracelet, earring. You name it! From engagement rings to custom pins, I can do it all! If you don’t have any old jewelry you want to use, don’t fret! I can find the perfect stone for you. I regularly go to gem trade shows and have plenty of friends in the industry to find just what you are looking for!

In the consultation, some of the things we will discuss is budget and style. A question I often get is “how much is this going to cost?”. That is all up to you. While some things can’t be controlled, such as the price of gold, I can shift the design in little ways to bring the price closer to where you are comfortable. I would say a healthy budget for a one-of-a-kind piece is about $3000. But that being said, I have done projects in lots of different budgets. It is your choice what you are comfortable spending and my job to help you find the perfect piece that fits in that! We also offer a luxury financing service. That way you can get your dream jewelry without breaking the bank! Another question I regularly get asked is “What if I don’t know exactly what I want?”. And let me tell you, you don’t have to! You know what you like and what you don’t like, I can figure out the rest. Oftentimes, people assume they need to know exactly what design they want. But it can be great when you don’t because my job is to take your style and whatever items you provide and create something tailored to you! 

 

The next step of design after the consultation, is the design! With a design deposit of $250, I will sketch three different designs from you to choose from, or to mix together to create your dream piece. 

 

After choosing your perfect design, the next step is a Computer Aided Design. This brings your piece to life! You get to see all the different angles of your piece. This is where we will pick apart the piece - smoothing out every detail until you’re left with a functional and stunning design. Next is the hardest part for you - waiting!

 

The design gets sent off to be produced! Production time can take anywhere from 6-12 weeks depending on the complexity of the design. But this part doesn’t take any work! You get to sit back and relax until your piece is ready for pickup.