OMG… shopping for men is so hard!! Do you agree?!

We can probably all agree that men are hard to shop for, but a wedding ring is important! I specialize in custom making wedding rings. Here is a simple preview into my process and a few tips to get you started!

-Bring your man into my studio. You can schedule a complimentary custom appointment which links directly to my calendar. If you are not local, I have virtual appointments also available. Whether you are local or live far away, I am certain we can work together.

- I will take 2 measurements of his ring finger. The first is his ring size, and the second is what width of band works for him. Typically, men’s rings are between 4-10 mm wide. If you are not local, a great option is to visit your local shop to get these measurements. If that is not an option, let’s chat. We will figure it out.

- We will look at images and examples of rings I have made, or we can brainstorm something totally new! We will look at textures, designs, shapes, metal color and metal type. I typically make men’s rings in sterling silver, 14k or 18k yellow, rose or white gold or Palladium. Your preference and budget play a role here. Let me know your budget, and I can help direct you.

- I will sketch our design ideas on paper to make sure we are on the same page. I will share them with you in person or I can email them. We will tweak and redraw until you are in love!

- Depending on the design, I will most likely hand carve a wax model of the ring. You can preview it in person during another appointment or via videos and images I email you. You will be able to see the texture and scale of the ring during this phase of the process.

- I quote the final price (which is based on the weight and type of metal and design and creation time), and you pay a 50% nonrefundable deposit.

- The ring is cast or fabricated (depending on the design) into metal and polished. It can be shiny, matte, darkened or more! I can even hand engrave a meaningful detail.

- Your man tries it on to check the fit, and he is ready to tie the knot! If the fit is not perfect, I will resize it one time for free!

-All custom orders are final sale. They are nonreturnable and nonexchangeable.

Let’s say your man in just stylish, but you are not currently getting married? I can make a ring for that too! Check out what Eli Warren from Greenville, SC has to say about his recent experience working with me on his fashionable everyday ring…

“Kate made me a custom ring a few months ago and I love it!! I wear it all the time and get asked about it a lot!! It’s super comfortable and the look and style of it is perfect. The width is really cool, and it’s stout enough to make a statement without being too over the top.”

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