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Our Custom Process

Lauren Ramirez specializes in custom jewelry and heirloom repurposing, working closely with clients to bring their vision to life. Whether you’re looking to transform a family ring, breathe new life into old jewelry, or craft a unique design from scratch, Lauren is here to help create a piece you’ll treasure for generations.

Start with a Consultation

Book an appointment to discuss your vision, explore materials, and set the foundation for your custom piece. Whether repurposing sentimental jewelry or designing something entirely new, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Explore our appointments below.

Stone Curation & Design Consultation

This exclusive 45-minute appointment is tailored to bring your vision to life. Together, we’ll explore design concepts, review a thoughtfully curated selection of stones, and consider various metal and material options. This session ensures a bespoke experience, aligning with your preferences and budget. To make the most of this appointment, we recommend coming prepared with a clear budget and inspiration images that resonate with you.

The $150 fee reflects our commitment to delivering a personalized experience, including the time and expertise required to present you with a stunning array of options. Please note this fee is non-refundable and not applied to the final project. Ready to begin? Book your appointment here.

Jewelry Repurposing Consultation 

Transform the cherished pieces you already own into something truly special. During this 15-30 minute consultation, we’ll discuss how to repurpose your fine metals (gold, platinum, palladium) and stones into a design that reflects your story. Bring your materials and your vision; we’ll help craft something meaningful and timeless.

There is no fee for this consultation, as it’s our pleasure to help you begin your transformation journey. Book your appointment here.

Wedding Band Consultation

Design the rings that symbolize your forever. In this 15-30 minute session, you’ll have the opportunity to share your ideas and explore a range of wedding band samples. We’ll also discuss budget considerations and any model fees that may apply.

There is no charge for this consultation—it’s a step towards celebrating your love. Book your appointment here.

Quick Consultation

Not sure where to start? This 15-minute session is designed to answer your initial questions and provide insight into available materials, styles, and budget considerations. While this appointment does not include stone or sample viewing, it’s perfect if you’re exploring options or want guidance on how to proceed.

We’re here to support you—there’s no fee for this consultation. Book your appointment here.

Designing and Modeling

After your initial consultation, and the budget is approved, we move into the design phase. We collect a 50% deposit to begin crafting your model. There are no additional fees for the model; it’s an included part of our process.

We then create a physical model of your piece, allowing you to see your vision brought to life, try it on, and request any adjustments to ensure it’s just right. Models are typically ready within three weeks.

Inspiration takes form: From our stone curation process, we bring your vision to life.

Engraving examples discussed during initial consultation.

Thoughtful stone selection brings color, character, and meaning to your custom piece.

Craft Your Final Piece

Once your deposit is received and your model is complete and approved, we’ll move forward with creating your final piece.

The process progresses quickly from here, and we’ll notify you as soon as your piece is ready.

If you’re local to Raleigh, we’ll schedule a convenient time for you to visit the shop and pick up your piece. For clients outside the area, we’re pleased to offer complimentary shipping.

At the time of pickup or shipment, the remaining balance will be due.

We’re also happy to provide a formal receipt for your purchase upon request, perfect for insurance purposes.

We offer one round of complimentary sizing to ensure the perfect fit.

Hand-Engraved Engagement Rings

Platinum and 22k Gold Wedding Bands

Custom garnet & gold ring.

Custom natural bi-color tanzanite & diamond ring.

Custom gold & diamond contour wedding band.

Custom sapphire & diamond stacking band.

Custom sapphire engagement ring.

Heirloom Restoration: Our Process

From heirloom to wearable treasure, see how we carefully restore or reimagine antique pieces for a new chapter of love. Book a complimentary visit to explore how we can reimagine classic pieces.

Before: A cherished antique ring, worn and bent with time.

After: A newly crafted band, built to honor the original and last for generations.

A custom stacking band joins the restored ring, designed to complement and honor the original.

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