Bespoke

“Regarding what is missing in the wearable and jewellery arts, I wish more makers would consider the importance of beauty, craftsmanship and wearability when approaching their studio practices. The sign of a great wearable object is the beholder’s passion to wear it many times over, under many different circumstances.”

© Klimt02. Excerpt of the interview with Patina Gallery: Running a gallery in the 21st century

‘I cried when i told John how beautiful the rings are…we are so happy that they are so wonderful. Thank you.’

‘Thank you so much for designing and making our beautiful rings. They are incredibly precious to us. As was the journey and process of working with you and witnessing your creativity’.

‘Julie, it is absolutely stunning, it is beautiful. I love it all and more than I can actually explain to you. She will love it I know. Thank you for creating such a beautiful ring for me and for Hannah.’

 ‘I absolutely LOVE my ring! I cannot thank you enough… It’s so beautiful and so unique.’

‘I picked up my necklace yesterday from the post office and have worn it today for the first time. It is absolutely beautiful and very pleased with all the detail. Thank you so much, your designs are very special. One to treasure forever. Best of luck with your business.’

 I am never happier than when working one-to-one with clients, designing and making pieces that will become meaningful in their own lives, and often in the lives of others.

All pieces from my collections can be made in personalised combinations, including hallmarked all-silver versions. The addition of diamonds and coloured golds opens up especially beautiful possibilities.

Made to order & bespoke commissions

There are two ways to work with me, depending on what you’re looking for.

Made to order (from the collection)

Many pieces from my collections can be made to order in your preferred combinations.

This might include:

• your choice of metal or metal combination

• surface finish

• sizing

• subtle adjustments to proportion

These pieces are based on existing designs, thoughtfully adapted to suit you, while remaining true to the original work.

Bespoke commissions

Bespoke commissions begin from the ground up.

This is a collaborative design process, where we work together to create a one-off piece, often to mark a particular relationship, moment, or intention. The design is developed specifically for you, taking into account ideas, materials, stones, symbolism, and how the piece will be worn over time.

How the bespoke process works

Bespoke work begins with a conversation.

We start by meeting, either in the studio, or by phone or email, to talk through what you have in mind. I’ll show you examples of my work, and we’ll discuss design ideas, metals, stones, sizing, timescales, and budget, so you can get a clear sense of what’s possible.

Following our initial discussion, if you’d like to move into the design stage, I’ll prepare a design drawing and a detailed quotation outlining the materials, making time, and delivery schedule.

At this point, a design consultation fee of £180 is payable. This reflects the time, skill, and experience spent in developing your design, exploring options, and preparing a clear and considered proposal. If you decide not to go ahead at this point, the fee covers the design work already undertaken.

Once you’re happy to proceed, payment of the design consultation fee together with the cost of metals and stones, charged at trade price, confirms the commission and allows work to begin.  Designs, materials, sizes, and costs can be refined during this stage until everything feels right. The remaining balance is payable on completion, prior to delivery.

All bespoke commissions are documented on a made-to-order agreement, which clearly sets out what I will make, the agreed materials, timings, and costs, so everything is transparent from the outset.

Design drawings can be included with the finished piece if you wish.

Studio visits can be arranged, or we can work together by phone or email.