How do I start my custom jewelry design project?

The highest priority at KM Jewelry Design is creating the jewelry that tells your story. Use this intake form to provide your details and to walk through the personalized jewelry design process: Start Your KM Jewelry Design Process.

How long will my jewelry order take?

Standard production time for custom jewelry design pieces is 4-6 weeks. If you need your piece sooner, please note the date you need your piece by on your design questionnaire and I will be in touch to let you know if that date is achievable.

Is it safe to ship my jewelry design order?

Yes, it’s safe to ship your order. All pieces are packaged and shipped with the utmost of care and come insured for the full value with your order.

Can you redesign my heirloom jewelry?

Absolutely! I love redesigning heirloom jewelry and the added meaning behind each piece! We can combine several inherited stones into a single brand new custom jewelry design or split them up to create multiple pieces to share amongst family.

Can you reuse old gold to make new jewelry pieces?

When redesigning heirloom jewelry, I always use any diamonds and/or precious stones for the new design, however, reusing gold is not necessarily an option. Re-casting old gold doesn't mean cost savings as the process for melting and recasting is problematic and labor intensive.

Most jewelry is made of 10k, 14k, or 18k gold and is not 100% gold as 24k (pure) gold is soft and does not hold up well to everyday wear. Any gold less than 24k is alloyed (mixed) with other metals. Each of those metals have different melting points, which makes melting unpredictable.

Furthermore when old gold is melted down, the soldering agents from any previous sizing and stone setting gets mixed in, causing porosity (weakness) in the metal.

The good news is that any diamonds and precious gems can be removed to create a new custom jewelry design in any metal you would like!

What can I do with my old gold ?

I recommend keeping any diamonds and/or precious gems from your piece and selling your old gold to a refinery. I work with a refiner that buys old gold. I will get you the best price possible on your old gold and apply that amount to your custom jewelry redesign. Plus, you will still have all those special diamonds and/or gems in your new custom jewelry design!

What is it like to work directly with a custom jewelry designer?

You have your own doctor, lawyer and CPA, have you ever considered having your own jewelry designer? Working with your own jewelry designer ensures that you receive personalized care every time you celebrate a special occasion or milestone in your life.

As a jewelry designer, I care about your story and finding ways to celebrate special moments in jewelry form.

What can I expect from the process of working together on my custom jewelry design?

1. Tell Your Story!

Use the detailed intake questionnaire to tell me some things about yourself or the special person you will be gifting. Style preferences, favorite color, favorite gem, inspirational quote. You can also a attach a picture of inspiration for your dream design.

2. Start Designing!

At the end of this questionnaire, you will be able to schedule your complimentary consultation with me. I will personally review your unique entry to make sure we get all the design details just right!

3. See your design in 3D!

With all of the details from our consultation, I will create your jewelry story in a beautiful 3-dimensional image for you to review prior to production. Need changes or additions? We can make those now!

4. Wear your story!

Wear your beautiful, finely crafted story as a reminder to live YOUR purpose and stay true to who YOU are! Jewelry about YOU. For YOU.

Do I have to use a diamond for my engagement ring?

The simple answer is no. Many couples are now going a less traditional route and choosing colored gem stones as a center stone for their engagement rings. I personally chose a Red Spinel for my ring! If you want color, we'll add color!

What is a custom cut gemstone?

A custom cut gemstone is faceted by a professional lapidary one at a time with precision and care to get the best results from the gemstone rough in terms of size, clarity, and light refraction (sparkle!).

Some gemstone designers create their own facet patterns for a truly custom effect.

What is a GIA Applied Jewelry Professional?

AJP is the Applied Jewelry Professional Program that covers Jewelry Essentials, Diamond Essentials, and Colored Stone Essentials offered by the GIA and that stands for Gemological Institute of America. Kayla Miller is an Applied Jewelry Professional.

What is the Gemological Institute of America (GIA)?

Established in 1931, GIA is the world’s foremost authority on diamonds, colored stones, and pearls. A public benefit, nonprofit institute, GIA is the leading source of knowledge, standards, and education in gems and jewelry.