Bespoke Design & Remodelling
Design your own
Bespoke Jewellery Design
Coppins bespoke jewellery design service allows you to create a truly one-of-a-kind piece of jewellery. Our experienced designers will work closely with you to bring your vision to life, guiding you through crafting a unique item from the initial concepts to the final design and creation.
New lease of Life
Remodelling Heirlooms
We understand the sentimental value inherited jewellery holds, but sometimes seldom-worn items need a new lease of life. By remodelling and repurposing your precious metal and stones, we can give your heirlooms a new look with a design more befitting your style. Remodelling your vintage or inherited jewellery can be very rewarding and preserve your cherished memories for generations to come.
The exciting process of bespoke jewellery making and remodelling starts with an initial design briefing with one of our designers. This can be in person at our Corsham showroom, by phone, or by email. Booking with us is simple. You can book by phone, email or send us a WhatsApp.
How it works
The Design Process
Step 1 - Booking a Design Consultation
The first step in creating a bespoke piece of jewellery is to book a free design consultation with one of our talented in-house designer jewellers. Our bespoke service has no additional charges, and quotations provided are no obligation.
Booking with us is simple. You can book by phone, email or send us a WhatsApp.
If you’re unable to visit us in person, don’t worry. We can still discuss and design bespoke commissions remotely through email, phone, or video calls. So, no matter where you are, we can create a unique piece that is perfect for you.
Step 2 - Inspiration
Once an appointment is in the diary, it’s time to get creative. Don’t worry if you’re unsure where to start – inspiration for a new piece of jewellery can come from anything and everything, from the places you’ve been to the things you’ve seen.
To make sure we understand your vision for the piece, take some time to think about your personal preferences and tastes. For example, do you have a favourite colour, metal or finish? Is there a particular gemstone with a special meaning for you, or do you have a preferred artistic style?
Collecting photos and any other imagery or drawing sketches are all useful in helping us bring your design to life. Whether you bring it in person or email it over, everything provided will give us a better understanding of what’s in your mind’s eye.
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Step 3 - Design Consultation
During the consultation, our designers will take your ideas and inspirations and create a series of sketches. These initial concepts become the working drawings we adjust until we reach a final design.
You are welcome to explore our extensive diamond and gemstone collection for inspiration, playing with different combinations of stones and metals, or we can have stones sent from worldwide suppliers for you to choose from. We can discuss budgets and costs affecting the final design during the consultation and advise on metals and stones accordingly.
When a final design and costs have been agreed on, a detailed rendering of the piece will be drawn using pencil and paper or CAD (Computer-aided design) software; we may also make models in wax or metal.
Once the design has been agreed upon, we will take a non-refundable deposit (usually 50%) before making begins.
Step 4 - Creation
When a final design has been agreed upon, our artisans can start to bring your piece to life. Some items are hand forged; others may be created using CAD (Computer-aided design) software, cast, and then hand-fettled.
Using this well-perfected mix of traditional goldsmithing skills alongside modern technology, we will craft your creation to achieve the highest possible standard.
However your precious piece is created, our goldsmiths can take photos of the progression and update you at different stages.
Once the design is confirmed, we will start the making process; this typically takes 6-8 weeks. However, we are always happy to work within customers’ timescales wherever possible.
Step 5 - Collecting Your Creation
On collection day, your finished bespoke piece will have travelled through our polishing room and be boxed, ready for the final reveal. When you arrive we will first check the final bespoke creation is exactly how you envisaged, then check the size and fit of the item to ensure your absolute satisfaction.
Step 6 - Aftercare
All Coppins bespoke creations come with a two-year warranty against defects in design, materials and workmanship. Bespoke items also benefit from complimentary lifetime cleaning and polishing at our Corsham workshop.
We recommend having your piece cleaned periodically. This gives our team the opportunity to examine it carefully with a jeweller’s loupe or under the microscope and check for any signs of wear.
Taking good care of your jewellery with our lifetime cleaning and polishing pledge will help ensure it can be enjoyed for generations.
Warranty & Aftercare
Craftsmanship
Designed and Handmade
In-House
We have an excellent team of master craftspeople, including in-house designers, goldsmiths, silversmiths, stone setters and gemmologists. With over 150 years of combined knowledge in jewellery and design, our experienced team can bring to fruition almost anything.
So, whether you’re looking to create a bespoke wedding or engagement ring, treat yourself to something truly out of the ordinary, remodel a family heirloom or tailor a design to a specific budget, our bespoke jewellery service is a perfect choice.
To book an appointment, or for more information…
If you’d like to discuss a bespoke commission or would like to book a design consultation with one of our talented in-house designers, please get in touch.
