Jewellery remodelling
These pictures show some of the stages of a remodelling commission.
- Top left: original rings
- Top right: original rings with diamonds removed
- Middle left: CAD model of the new ring
- Middle right: new ring before stones from the original ring have been set in it
- Bottom: finished new ring
Remodelled examples
Pink sapphire and diamond ring
I used the pink sapphires and diamonds from an old eternity ring that was uncomfortable for my customer to wear. The stones were too large and deep to be flush set in the original design, causing the culet (bottom point) of the sapphires to poke through the band and dig into her finger. Additionally, the width of the band was irritating her skin. Together, we redesigned the ring, using her existing stones, and created a new eternity band in 9 carat white gold. I focused on thoughtful details, like raising the bottom of the settings to avoid direct contact with her finger, which helps prevent water buildup and irritation.
Inherited diamonds, Tsavorite garnet, amethyst and 9 carat yellow gold ring
The diamonds in this stunning ring were carefully taken from my customer’s nana’s cherished engagement ring, preserving the sentimental value of the original piece. To make it even more special, the design incorporates the birthstones of her beloved family members, creating a unique and meaningful heirloom that tells a story of love, legacy, and connection. This custom creation beautifully blends the past with the present, ensuring that the memories and emotions tied to the original ring continue to shine for generations to come.
Concentric circle three colour gold necklace
I transformed two old, unworn pieces of jewellery into a stunning new set—a beautiful necklace and a pair of elegant earrings. Using 9-carat white, yellow, and rose gold, I carefully melted down the original metals and crafted them into timeless, wearable treasures, giving them a fresh new life while preserving their sentimental value.
Golden wedding anniversary ring remodel
My customer’s white gold wedding band no longer fitted, and she wished for a new engagement and wedding ring in yellow gold to mark her golden wedding anniversary. To preserve the sentiment of her original engagement ring, we incorporated its deep blue sapphire and some of its small diamonds into the new design. She envisioned a stylised lily of the valley motif, with delicate leaf and diamonds for flower bud details integrated into wide bands. To enhance these intricate elements, I used rhodium plating to create a striking contrast in metal colour, bringing her vision to life with elegance and depth.
18 carat gold and diamond engagement ring and earrings
I transformed my customer’s great-great-grandmother’s 200 year old 18 carat gold, diamond, and sapphire ring into a beautiful new engagement ring. The central diamond from the original piece became the heart of the new design, while the remaining gold and diamonds were used to create a pair of elegant stud earrings.
Diamond ring remodel
My customer had a diamond ring that she no longer wore and wanted to have transformed into a new piece. She desired a completely different style, so we decided on a wide, court-shaped 9 carat white gold band with an 18 carat yellow gold rubover setting.
Ruby wedding anniversary ring
To celebrate her 40th wedding anniversary, my customer wanted to incorporate the diamond from her mum’s engagement ring into a new design. She chose a striking combination of a diamond and a ruby, set in an elegant, wide band ring. The band was crafted in 18 carat white gold, while the settings for the gemstones were made in 18 carat yellow gold, creating a beautiful contrast that highlights the timeless beauty of both stones.
30th wedding anniversary ring remodel
My customer wanted to combine the diamonds from her original wedding and engagement rings into a single, newly designed ring. Over time, the original 9 carat yellow gold bands had worn down from being worn alongside a 22 carat gold ring, so she also desired a fresh style.
To bring her vision to life, I created a CAD mock-up and shared design options to finalise the diamond placement. She chose a sleek 9-carat white gold court-shaped band, with two diamonds set in elegant 18 carat yellow gold settings. The remaining six diamonds were carefully flush set into the band, creating a beautiful and modern redesign of her cherished pieces.
Diamond and platinum cluster ring remake
My customer had inherited a diamond, platinum and 18 carat yellow gold ring from her mother-in-law. The setting for the central claw stone on the original ring had been damaged and replaced with a tube setting and a new stone. My customer knew this wasn’t her mother-in-law’s preference and she wanted the ring to be remade as it had originally looked. She also wanted the ring to solely be made from platinum so it can be handed on to her daughter, who prefers white metals.