Frequently Asked Questions about Commissioned/Custom Designs.

If you haven't quite found what you're searching for and want a completely customized piece or you found a design you like but want to personalize it you may want to consider the commission of a custom designed piece tailored to your wishes. 

1) What is a custom designed jewelry piece?

A: This is a jewelry design created from your imagination, personalized to your desires and specifications.

2) Why would I want a custom designed jewelry piece?

A: You may see many designs you like, and you would want one, if only it had...
or, You would love a design that symbolizes something personal to you in subject, composition, a certain color, material, size or shape, making it as individual as yourself. Maybe it's a celebration, or a gift, in fact the reasons why may be very personal, you may just want a jewelry that is unique, one-of-a-kind.

3) Can I be involved in the design of my piece?

A: Absolutely. Even if your not particularly artistic, your imagination can be translated into preliminary design concepts. 

4) Is it more expensive to have a custom design created from scratch, rather than if I chose one that is already made?

A: No. The cost is determined by the time, design intensity (difficulty) and the types materials required for the design. In custom design, many more options exist to intensify or simplify a design.

5) How much time will it take to be wearing my new jewelry?

A: At least 12 weeks from the completed design concept stage. Any time scheduling can be established before hand to accommodate almost anyone's time schedule.

6) What is the process? Explain the steps we use to create my design idea?

A: There will be general and specific questions and details that we will cover. We'll look at pictures together, explore and possibly develop your ideas further, and talk about your vision for the piece, and any other things you are thinking about or need to know, for instance:


  • What type of jewelry are you interested in?
  • What overall style or theme do you desire?
  • Do you want intensity or simplicity?
  • Do you want something with personal symbolism?
  • Is there some theme or particular material present in my work that you especially want in your design?
  • Which color palette do you want to employ? What colors do you love, like or dislike?
  • What motifs are appealing or significant to you: a particular art form?, a cultural statement? a mythological symbol?, a wildlife design or nature image?
Upon approval of the preliminary design, materials and the target budget we can begin the actual creation of your custom designed jewelry piece. 

 

If you would like to commission a custom jewelry piece, please contact David.

 Email: DavidRFreelandJr@yahoo.com