GemTrove
Jewellery Design Process
GemTrove’s jewellery design process covers consultation, stone selection, setting style, CAD planning, making, finishing, inspection, valuation support and aftercare.
Custom Jewellery Journey
Jewellery Design Process
GemTrove’s jewellery design process helps customers move from an idea, old jewellery or loose stone into a finished custom-made piece with clear guidance, stone selection, CAD design planning and final inspection.
At a glance
- The process starts with a consultation and clear design brief.
- Diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, coloured gemstones or existing stones can be assessed.
- Setting style, stone security, comfort, metal choice and wearability guide the design.
- CAD design can help visualise proportions before making where suitable.
- Final inspection checks stone security, finish, comfort and presentation.
A clear process for custom-made jewellery
Custom jewellery should feel personal, but the process should also be clear and practical. GemTrove helps customers understand each stage, from design consultation and diamond or gemstone selection through to CAD design, quote approval, making, setting, finishing and aftercare.
GemTrove is a third-generation jewellery business established in 2008, based in Melbourne CBD at Suite 903/125 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000.
Design consultation
Discuss jewellery type, style, inspiration, budget, metal, stone preference, timeframe and daily wear needs.
Stone selection
Choose a natural diamond, lab-grown diamond or coloured gemstone, or assess your existing stone for reuse.
Final inspection
The finished jewellery is checked for stone security, finish, comfort, proportions and presentation.
Step 1: design consultation
The first stage is understanding what you want to create. This may be a custom engagement ring, pendant, earring pair, bracelet, dress ring, wedding band, heirloom redesign or a complete remake of old jewellery.
Bring your ideas
Bring photos, sketches, old jewellery, online inspiration, gemstone certificates, valuation documents or a simple description of the style you like.
Discuss practical needs
GemTrove considers lifestyle, wear frequency, preferred metal, stone security, comfort, ring profile and daily durability.
Set a direction
The brief helps narrow the stone, setting style, proportions, complexity and likely budget.
Step 2: diamond and gemstone selection
Stone selection is one of the most important parts of the jewellery design process. GemTrove can help source and compare natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, GIA or IGI certified diamonds and coloured gemstones.
Diamond guidance
Carat, colour, clarity, cut, certificate review, shape, bow-tie risk, face-up spread and setting suitability.
Gemstone guidance
Gemstone identity, colour, durability, treatment, care, size, shape and suitability for the intended jewellery type.
Step 3 and 4: design direction and CAD
The right design should protect the stone, suit the wearer and look balanced from every angle. CAD jewellery design can help show shape, proportion and structure before the piece is made where suitable.
Setting style
Solitaire, three-stone, pendant, earrings, bracelet and wedding band designs have different proportion and security needs.
Visualise the design
CAD helps show ring profile, stone layout, setting style, band width and overall balance before production.
Plan stone security
Claw placement, bezels, gallery and support structure can be considered before making begins.
Making, setting, final inspection and aftercare
Once the design, quote and stone details are approved, the jewellery can move into production. Before collection, the finished jewellery is checked for stone security, comfort, finish and overall presentation.
- The approved design is prepared for production.
- Metal and stone requirements are confirmed.
- Diamonds or gemstones are set carefully.
- The jewellery is polished and finished.
- Aftercare may include cleaning, claw checks, storage guidance and future maintenance.
Jewellery Design Process FAQs
How does the custom jewellery design process start?
The process usually starts with a consultation. You can share your design idea, jewellery type, stone preference, budget, old jewellery, certificates, inspiration images and preferred timeframe.
Can GemTrove design jewellery from a photo?
Yes. GemTrove can review a photo or inspiration image and discuss how to create a practical custom design inspired by that style, while adjusting details for stone size, metal, setting security and wearability.
Can I choose the diamond or gemstone first?
Yes. Many customers choose the diamond or gemstone first, then design the jewellery around the stone. GemTrove can help source natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds and coloured gemstones.
Can I use my own diamond or gemstone?
Often, yes. GemTrove can assess your existing diamond or gemstone for condition, size, shape, durability and setting suitability before designing around it.
Does GemTrove use CAD jewellery design?
Yes. For suitable custom jewellery projects, CAD design can help show the proposed design, proportions, stone layout and setting style before the piece is made.
Can old jewellery be redesigned through this process?
Yes. Old jewellery and heirloom pieces can often be remodelled using existing diamonds, gemstones or design inspiration after a proper assessment of condition and suitability.
Can GemTrove make custom rings, pendants, earrings and bracelets?
Yes. GemTrove can create custom rings, engagement rings, pendants, earrings, bracelets, gemstone jewellery and redesigned heirloom jewellery.
What metals can be used in custom jewellery?
GemTrove can discuss yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, platinum and other suitable precious metal options depending on the design, stones, budget and wear needs.
Can GemTrove provide valuation support after custom jewellery is made?
Yes. GemTrove offers jewellery and diamond valuation services, which may be useful after custom jewellery, remodelling, stone replacement or insurance-related work.
How do I book a jewellery design appointment?
You can book an appointment with GemTrove and bring your design ideas, old jewellery, stone certificates or images that help explain the jewellery you want to create.
Start your jewellery design journey with GemTrove
Book an appointment to discuss custom jewellery, engagement rings, pendants, earrings, bracelets, heirloom redesign, diamond and gemstone selection, CAD design, valuation and aftercare.