What to Look for and What to Ask The short answer: look for a jeweler who builds in-house, let’s you work with the same designer from start to finish, offers a physical wax model, has a substantial and consistent review history, and can show you real photos of work they’ve made — not just work […]
My path into gemstones started young, gold panning and rock hounding with my grandma and dad in Southern Oregon, and weekend trips to local rock shows and the Crater Lake Rock Museum. That curiosity turned into a career at 12, when I started faceting lessons at a local rock club after moving to the Tri-Cities, […]
Two of the boldest shapes, one unforgettable look. Hexagon and marquise diamonds bring together sharp geometric edges and elongated, pointed brilliance for a combination that’s anything but ordinary. Explore our favorite custom designs Discover some of our favorite custom designs featuring Dutch Marquise diamonds
Looking for a bold, one-of-a-kind statement? Oval diamonds are anything but ordinary. With elongated curves and a brilliant, elongating shape, these unique stones come in all shapes and sizes. Explore our favorite custom designs below! Discover some of our favorite custom designs featuring oval diamonds
Montana sapphires are more than just gemstones—they’re stories forged in the wild beauty of the American West. Known for their unique range of colors, from deep forest greens to icy blues and soft teals, these sapphires bring a one-of-a-kind elegance to every ring. In this curated collection, explore the artistry of designs that celebrate nature, […]
If you’re beginning to look for a custom engagement ring in Seattle or the greater Puget Sound area, you’ll find a range of options — from national online platforms to local studios to chain retailers with “custom” programs. This guide is for couples who want to understand what a fully in-studio custom experience looks like, […]
The short answer: bring everything you’ve collected — images, words, sketches, even a feeling you can’t quite name — and trust that a good designer will read between the lines. You don’t need to arrive knowing what you want. You need to arrive ready to have a conversation. What to Bring Images: AI-generated concepts, Pinterest […]
The short answer: lab-grown diamonds are chemically, physically, and optically identical to natural diamonds. The difference is origin, price, and resale value. Neither is objectively better — the right choice depends on what matters most to you. What Is a Lab-Grown Diamond? A lab-grown diamond is a real diamond — not a simulant like cubic […]
Artistic Portfolio Fish Hunter Shack Concept Credit- Helena Perova mirays.artstation.com Music Credit “Seaside”-Kooks Made in Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro I adapted the story from The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: Mostly Harmless book for a movie concept pitch. This is the story breakdown with key color moments. I wanted to push the […]
The word “custom” has been stretched so far in the jewelry industry that it barely means anything anymore. A ring built from a catalog of preset settings and pre-selected stones is called “custom.” So is a ring where you chose the metal color from three options. So is a ring where the only thing that […]
