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The Bespoke Jewellery Process: From Inspiration to Heirloom

Crafting Your Custom Piece with Sara Handmade 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.

Start Your Bespoke Journey: Book your complimentary consultation in our Kiama studio or online.

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Your journey begins with a personal consultation, either in our welcoming Kiama studio or via phone/video call. We’ll discuss your ideas, inspirations, and preferences—whether you have a clear vision or 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 style and story.

Step 1: Consultation – Discovering Your Vision

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 crafting begins. This collaborative stage allows for feedback and adjustments, so you’re confident the final design is exactly what you want. We’ll also provide a detailed quote and timeline before moving forward.

Step 2: Design – Bringing Your Ideas to Life

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Step 3: Sourcing & Selection – The Perfect Stone

We help you select the ideal gemstone or diamond for your piece. Choose from our curated collection—including Ceylon sapphire, Australian teal sapphire, lab-grown diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and more—or let us source something truly unique. If you have sentimental stones, we can incorporate and upcycle them into your new design. Our ethical sourcing ensures every gem is beautiful inside and out.

Learn more about our gemstone sourcing process.

Step 4: Craftsmanship – Meticulous Handmaking

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Once you approve the design and stone, our skilled jewellers handcraft your piece with meticulous attention to detail. Every stage—from shaping and setting to polishing and engraving—is completed in our Kiama studio, ensuring exceptional quality and durability. We’ll keep you updated throughout the process, so you can watch your piece come to life.

Step 5: Finishing & Delivery – Your Heirloom Revealed

After final quality checks, your bespoke jewellery is ready for collection in-store or secure delivery to your door. We’ll present your finished piece in a beautiful box, along with care instructions and, where applicable, gemstone certification. The result is a one-of-a-kind treasure, ready to be worn and cherished for generations.

  • Most custom pieces are completed within 4–8 weeks, depending on design complexity and gemstone sourcing.

  • Absolutely. We specialise in remodelling and can incorporate your sentimental stones or gold into a new design.

  • Not necessarily. We work with a range of budgets and will provide a clear quote before you commit.

  • No. We work with clients across Sydney, Canberra, and the South Coast via phone, email, and video consultations.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Bespoke Process

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What Sets Us Apart?

Unlike larger city jewellers, we offer a boutique, personalised service with a focus on education, transparency, and craftsmanship. Our clients appreciate our informative approach, friendly team, and the peace of mind that comes with working directly with a qualified gemmologist and designer. We fill the gap for those seeking truly unique, coloured gemstone jewellery not found in mainstream stores.

Personal, Collaborative Approach: Work directly with Sara from concept to completion.

Expertise: Over 20 years’ industry experience and formal gemmological training.

Ethical Sourcing: Responsibly sourced gemstones and metals.

Local Craftsmanship: Every piece handmade in our Kiama studio, trusted by clients from Sydney, Canberra, and the South Coast.

Why Choose Sara Handmade Jewellery?

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