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About to have these simple Tanzanite earrings made. Any minor tweaks or suggestions before ordering?

This is a pair of tanzanite earrings that are 9.5mm x 8.2mm set in sterling silver. I wanted a simple lever back earring connected to the setting with a jump hoop to give some movement and they designed it perfectly to my wishes.

I’m just wondering if there are any small changes you might suggest that might make they look a bit more unique or custom while still maintaining the simplicity…..prong style, setting, etc.

Thanks for any advice!

u/daisylouiser — 23 hours ago

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Finally put this stack together and I’m kind of in love.

I wasn't sure if the two side bands would be too much with the marquise, but I think it actually works? Love how it looks in the light.

u/MediumCucumber3399 — 3 days ago

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Can anyone tell me where to get this kind of chain? Or what exact style it is?

Can’t seem to find an exact one like it. It’s a family heirloom. I’d love to get a longer one and a bracelet to match & a silver one for someone else in the family that doesn’t wear gold. Any help would be amazing 🙏

u/Snookiesteponme — 2 days ago

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Custom jewellers — 5 min survey for my design thesis (trying to understand consultation pain points)

Hey everyone,

I'm a final year Interaction Design student working on my thesis about the custom jewellery process — specifically the challenges that come up when working with clients during custom order consultations.

Things like:

Client approves everything but is still surprised by the finished piece (visualisation problem)
Showing what a different stone or setting looks like mid-conversation
Budget not matching vision, and no easy way to show the trade-off
Keeping track of order records and specs

I've already done primary interviews with jewellers, and the same problems keep coming up. Now trying to validate how widespread they are across the industry.

If you do custom jewellery work — even part-time — I'd really appreciate 5 minutes of your time. The findings will directly shape the design of a real tool for this space.

👉 https://forms.gle/fyJ1FEM8F5g71vi28

All responses are completely anonymous. Happy to share findings with anyone who's interested once the research is done.

Thank you

u/SpideySensie — 12 hours ago

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3D jewellery design

Hello,
I have a few years of experience in 3D printing design but am new to jewellery design, and I’d like some advice:

I’m making a pendant that needs to hold thick fabric. I designed a cavity ~1 mm high and 1 mm deep under the frame (see image), with ~1 mm thickness above and below it.

Will this 1 mm thickness (in 18K yellow gold) be durable enough to withstand the fabric being squeezed in? And is there a better way to secure the fabric without stressing the pendant?
Also, what is the minimum thickness I can work on without making any problems while casting ?

Thank you and have a great day :D .

cross section of the pendant

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u/ArugulaConfident4961 — 14 hours ago

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Kind of obsessed with how clean this emerald cut is.

I’ve had this for a while and just wanted to share. Simple, classic, but still has that sparkle.

u/MediumCucumber3399 — 2 days ago

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Does anybody know where I can order this in 10mm in the uk please?

Pale Pink titanium clicker 1.2g and 10mm with pink opals. Etsy only has the 8mm. I’m on a mission…

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated 🙏

u/Unusual-Soup-3751 — 5 days ago

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Looking for Jewelry Manufacturer Recommendations - Any Country Welcome

Hey everyone!

I'm launching a jewelry brand focused on dark romantic/vintage-inspired designs and need manufacturer recommendations. Open to any country/region!

What I need:

Sterling silver jewelry
Natural gemstones or CZ options
CAD design services
Small batch production (100-200 pieces to start)
Sampling/prototyping capabilities

My situation:

Have detailed sketches ready
Need full development support (CAD through production)
Looking for quality but reasonable pricing
Want to build long-term manufacturing relationship

What I'd love to know:

Which manufacturers have you actually worked with and would recommend?
What countries/regions worked best for your budget and quality needs?
Typical MOQs and pricing ranges I should expect for sterling silver?
Any major red flags or mistakes to avoid when vetting manufacturers?
Direct contact vs. sourcing platforms - what worked better for you?

Really appreciate any real experiences you can share - the good, bad, and ugly! Thanks!

https://preview.redd.it/hmas2tfof0xg1.jpg?width=1946&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=02d977fd21ab2a01158f2d26a85972ee8b0bd4e9

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u/SharpBee2192 — 42 minutes ago

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Struggling to be original in jewellery design. How did you find your creativity?

I recently started a jewellery design course, and I’ve realized my designing skills are pretty weak right now. I often find myself copying existing designs and being more dependent on ai. instead of creating something original, and it’s frustrating and makes me overthink and feel down about myself

How can I become more creative and develop my own design style in jewellery?

Also, how do you personally differentiate between a good design and a bad one?

And where do you usually find inspiration for your designs?

I’d really appreciate any advice, tips, or even your personal experiences especially if you’ve been through this phase yourself

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u/boredsinceborn — 7 hours ago