Work with Sara to create a bespoke piece that is entirely yours — from your first conversation to the day you hold your finished jewellery.
At Sara Handmade Jewellery, we believe that creating a bespoke piece should be a personal and memorable experience. Whether you're in Kiama, the South Coast, Sydney, or Canberra, our process is designed to make your journey enjoyable, transparent, and truly collaborative.
Each custom piece is crafted with care, expertise, and a focus on your unique story — from the very first conversation through to the moment you hold your finished jewellery. You work directly with Sara, a qualified gemmologist and designer, every step of the way. No middlemen, no salespeople.
The result is a one-of-a-kind treasure, ready to be worn and cherished for generations.
Your journey begins with a personal, no-obligation consultation — either in our welcoming Kiama studio or via phone or video call (FaceTime, Zoom, or WhatsApp). We'll discuss your ideas, inspirations, and preferences, whether you have a clear vision or simply need some creative guidance.
Bring along any heirloom jewellery or gemstones you'd like to repurpose. Together, we'll explore design possibilities, materials, and budget — ensuring your custom piece reflects your story and your style.
Meet Sara at her Kiama studio or connect via FaceTime, Zoom, or WhatsApp — wherever suits you.
Heirlooms, mood boards, photos, or simply a feeling — everything is welcome.
Explore possibilities, materials, and budget with zero pressure to proceed.
Next, we transform your vision into a tangible design. Using hand sketches and advanced 3D rendering, you'll see your piece from every angle before a single stone is set or a gram of metal is formed.
This collaborative stage allows for feedback and adjustments — so you can be completely confident the final design is exactly what you've imagined. We also provide a detailed quote and clear timeline before moving forward.
See your piece from every angle before crafting begins — nothing is committed until you love it.
Feedback rounds are included — adjustments until every detail is exactly right.
Clear pricing and a realistic completion date provided before any work begins.
We help you select the ideal gemstone or diamond for your piece — from our curated collection of Ceylon sapphire, Australian teal sapphire, lab-grown diamonds, rubies, emeralds, tourmalines, and more — or we'll source something truly unique for you.
If you have sentimental stones from a family heirloom, we can incorporate and upcycle them into your new design. Our ethical sourcing approach ensures every gem is beautiful inside and out, with certification where applicable.
Ceylon sapphire, teal sapphire, rubies, emeralds, tourmalines, lab-grown and natural diamonds.
We specialise in incorporating your sentimental stones or gold into a new design.
Every gem is responsibly sourced; certification available where applicable.
Once you've approved the design and your chosen stone, our skilled jewellers handcraft your piece with meticulous attention to every detail. Every stage — from shaping and setting to polishing and engraving — is completed in our Kiama studio. Never outsourced.
We'll keep you updated with progress milestones throughout the crafting process, so you can watch your piece come to life. Typical completion is 4–8 weeks from design approval, depending on complexity.
Shaping, stone setting, polishing, and engraving — all completed in-house.
We keep you informed at every milestone so you can follow your piece coming to life.
A realistic timeline confirmed at your consultation; rush commissions may be possible.
After thorough final quality checks, your bespoke jewellery is ready for collection in-store or secure delivery to your door anywhere in Australia. We present your finished piece in a beautiful gift box, complete with care instructions and gemstone certification where applicable.
The result is a one-of-a-kind treasure — crafted with expertise, guided by your story, and made to be worn and cherished for generations to come.
Every detail checked before your piece is presented — settings, finish, and stone security.
Collect in Kiama for a personal handover, or receive via fully insured nationwide courier.
Gift box, care instructions, and gemstone certification included with your finished piece.
Unlike larger city jewellers, Sara offers a boutique, genuinely personalised service with a focus on education, transparency, and true craftsmanship. Our clients appreciate our informative approach, the warmth of working directly with the maker, and the peace of mind that comes with gemmological expertise.
We fill a gap for those seeking truly unique, coloured gemstone jewellery not found in mainstream stores — pieces that carry meaning and are built to last a lifetime.
Whether you're in Kiama, Sydney, Wollongong, the Southern Highlands, or Canberra, the experience is the same: personal, unhurried, and completely focused on you.
Work directly with Sara from concept to completion — no salespeople, no handoffs. Your vision stays yours throughout the entire journey.
01Over 20 years of industry experience and formal gemmological training — ensuring every stone is selected with knowledge and integrity.
02Responsibly sourced gemstones and recycled metals. We believe beautiful jewellery should have beautiful origins — inside and out.
03Every piece is handmade in our Kiama studio, trusted by clients from Sydney, Wollongong, Canberra, and across the South Coast.
04Whether you have a clear vision or simply a feeling, Sara would love to hear your story. Every piece begins with a complimentary, relaxed consultation, and no dream is too ambitious.