Designing a Custom Handmade Engagement Ring
Two very different styles of diamond engagement ring.
Starting Your Custom Engagement Ring Journey
Dreaming of a bespoke engagement ring that’s as unique as your love story? At Sara Handmade Jewellery in Kiama, we specialise in custom-made engagement rings for clients across the NSW South Coast, Sydney, Canberra, and everywhere in between. Our friendly team will ensure your journey is simple, enjoyable, and full of excitement.
Before we begin, have a budget in mind. This helps us source the very best gemstones within your price range. If you can, provide your partner’s ring size—ask a family member, borrow one of their rings, or get creative! Don’t stress if it’s not perfect; we offer resizing once the big surprise is revealed.
Allow yourself plenty of time—the earlier you start, the more options we can offer by tapping into our extensive gemstone supplier network. The journey begins with a $500 deposit, kicking off a personalised hunt for your perfect diamond or coloured gem.
Sketching out the initial concept of a custom jewellery design.
How to Choose the Perfect Gemstone or Diamond
Your engagement ring should shine bright for a lifetime, whether you opt for a sparkling diamond or a vibrant coloured gemstone. Familiarise yourself with the Four Cs of diamond grading: carat, cut, colour, and clarity. We only offer GIA-certified diamonds, ensuring quality and authenticity for every piece.
Prefer something unique? Coloured gems such as sapphire, emerald, tourmaline or tanzanite are becoming increasingly popular in engagement rings. Consider each stone’s durability—sapphires and rubies, for example, score a high nine on the Mohs hardness scale, making them perfect for everyday wear.
We’ll present you with a range of beautiful options and explain the details of each gemstone, ensuring you find one that matches your style and story.
A newly arrived diamond is inspected against its certification before being used in a bespoke engagement ring.
Selecting Your Metal: Style Meets Durability
The right metal completes your design—from classic yellow gold to elegant platinum, or modern touches like titanium and zirconium. We offer rings in:
Yellow, white & rose gold (9ct and 18ct)
Platinum (incredibly resistant to tarnishing)
Titanium (strong, lightweight)
Zirconium and tungsten (contemporary and robust)
Palladium-based premium silver
Consider your lifestyle when choosing—if you work with your hands or want low maintenance, we’ll help select a metal that combines beauty with practicality.
A white gold engagement ring being assembled at the jeweller’s bench.
Creating Your Custom Handmade Engagement Ring
Your gemstone is sourced, your metal is chosen—now it’s time to bring your ring to life!
Bring along any inspiration, photos, or sketches you love. We’ll collaborate with you to design a ring that feels modern, traditional, art deco, or something completely your own. Our jewellers will guide you through different styles, including classic claw and bezel settings, and help you add personal touches like halos or side stones.
Every ring is handcrafted in our Kiama studio, allowing for intricate touches such as a sculpted gallery or detailed shank. Before production begins, we can supply concept sketches or even a 3D model to help you visualise your dream ring.
Our jewellers lovingly shape, solder and set every element by hand. Each completed piece is independently valued for peace of mind and comes with your GIA certificate.
Discover more about our custom-made jewellery, jewellery remodelling, and our full range of engagement rings for endless inspiration.
A proposal with a custom handmade engagement ring will always be extra special.
Why Choose Sara Handmade Jewellery?
Located in the heart of Kiama, our boutique is famed for exceptional service, exquisite craftsmanship, and the ability to make every piece one-of-a-kind. Unlike larger chain jewellers and many Sydney studios, we offer a truly local, deeply personal experience, with each piece lovingly crafted in-house by specialists who value your story as much as the finished design.
Our community-first approach, combined with decades of experience and passion, means we go above and beyond for every client—whether you’re Sydney-based, Canberra-bound, or part of our beautiful South Coast community. Reviews consistently highlight our creative energy, approachable team, and the ability to turn even heirloom jewellery into fresh, wearable art.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend allowing 6–8 weeks, but we can often help source gemstones quickly for tighter deadlines.
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Bring in a ring they wear, ask a close family member, or measure discreetly. If it’s not exact, we offer complimentary resizing.
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Yes—we love creating vibrant, personal engagement rings using sapphires, tourmalines, and other beautiful gems.
Ready to design your dream engagement ring? Visit Sara Handmade Jewellery in Kiama, explore our bespoke services, or get in touch to start the journey today
