Send me the pictures.
I’ll make the ring.
That’s genuinely how it starts. From your screenshots I source GIA certified stones inside your budget, show you renderings before anything is made, and hand you the finished ring with its appraisal in the box.
Why Work This Way
A custom piece is not only about the design. It's about who is accountable for it.
One person, start to finish
I answer your texts, source your stone, approve the setting and inspect the finished piece. Nobody hands you to a counter.
Your budget, respected out loud
Tell me the number and I’ll show you the best version of it — including where spending more changes nothing anyone can see.
Certified, and documented
GIA reports before you approve a stone, and a detailed appraisal in the box for your insurance the day it arrives.
“I had such an amazing experience working with Karmen to create my custom engagement ring, wedding band, and necklace. She incorporated diamonds from my grandma, along with a beautiful diamond she sourced, making each piece so meaningful and special. Karmen was always so kind, patient, and responsive throughout the process. She truly listened to what I wanted and made everything feel so personal and stress-free. I could not be happier with how everything turned out and would highly recommend her!”
How It Works
Six to eight weeks, four conversations, no surprises. Click any step to see what happens in it.
Step 1: Tell me your vision
Send the pictures you have been saving. We talk it through in Austin or over video — complimentary, and no obligation. About a week to get on the calendar.
Step 2: See your stones
I source GIA certified options inside your budget and show you each one, with the trade-offs said out loud. One to two weeks.
Step 3: Approve the design
Renderings of your ring from every angle. We adjust until it is right — nothing goes into production without your yes. One to two weeks.
Step 4: Wear it
Made, set, inspected and filmed, then hand-delivered or shipped insured with its appraisal in the box. Four to six weeks.
Where People Start
Not a catalog — starting points. Most clients arrive with one of these and leave with something else entirely.
Clients Who Did This First
Custom oval three-stone
I sent Karmen four screenshots and a bad description. What came back was better than anything I had saved.
Custom oval three-stone · Austin, TX
What I’ll ask you
- Who is it for, and is it a surprise?
- A budget range — even a rough one
- Any date you are working toward
- Pictures of anything you love
What you don’t need
- To know stone shapes or setting names
- A ring size — we can work around it
- To have decided between natural and lab-grown
- To be ready to buy anything today
Before You Ask
Four to six weeks from design approval, and about two weeks before that for the consultation and stone selection. If you have a date, tell me early and I will tell you honestly whether it is possible.
Start with a picture. End with the ring.
Four questions, under two minutes. I'll reply within 24 hours with what's possible at your number — and if I'm not the right jeweler for it, I'll tell you that too.