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Petra, Production & Design Specialist

San Diego, CA
  • 20+ years
    Experience In making custom jewelry
  • 2026
    Joined JewelryThis
  • 22+
    Total number of JewelryThis dreams created
  • Live for today. Not yesterday and not tomorrow.
    Life Motto

Expertise

I’ve spent over 20 years in custom jewelry, developing a deep understanding of both design and the full production process behind each piece.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Design with a specialization in jewelry and metals from San Diego State University. Early in my career, I had the opportunity to train in Mumbai, India, where I focused on diamond assorting at one of Rosy Blue’s largest manufacturing facilities. This experience shaped my attention to detail and appreciation for precision at every level.
For over 16 years, I worked as a Production Manager in San Diego, overseeing the complete journey of jewelry creation—from CAD design through final production. This hands-on experience across every stage allows me to guide not only how a piece looks, but how it is built, worn, and lasts over time.
When working with clients, I focus on turning ideas into designs that are both beautiful and technically sound. I enjoy solving complex challenges and helping ensure that every detail is carefully considered before moving into production, so the final piece feels effortless, refined, and made to last.

Fondest Jewelrythis Journeys & My Most Treasured Jewelry Piece

Jade & Koi
The technical skill and design creativity draw me to this piece. I love the harmony and balance found in these mismatched earrings, achieved through traditional elements and motifs.
Palmier Pendant
Transforming objects into jewelry requires a great deal of attention to detail. This charming yellow gold palmier pendant showcases how a keen eye is needed to accurately portray something that exists in nature into precious metal. The way it is realistically captured leaves me with a smile.
An Unmatched Match 
Being in a jewelry industry for over 20 years, I enjoy working on jewelry and love the process but own very few pieces. If I had to choose one it would be an unmatched pair of mined cut diamond earrings I had made using scraps from my late moms jewelry collection.

My Favorite gemstone

Emerald-both the shape and color

Pros

1) Attention to details, technical understanding of jewelry making, enjoy working with 3D printers 2) I like to solve complex production situations 3) open minded..sometimes ;) 

Cons

1) I’m pretty direct and focused 2) I like paying attention to the details that can be worked on

You can also ask me about

Rock Climbing, Gardening , Chickens

Let's try beat my last client's review

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861 Sixth Ave Ste 717, San Diego

5.0 372 reviews

  • Avatar Derek Timbs (Derek542) ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Did a wonderful job and communicated during the whole process, which was helpful.
  • Avatar Steven Marshall ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    The pendant came out great! Looks exactly as we had discussed, and seems like really nice quality. Thank you again for all your help and your patience throughout this process!
  • Avatar Rudy Acosta ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Amazing work and communication. Never ordered a custom piece of jewelry before and when I reached out, they were very patient. Any design suggestions made, they showed me samples, so I had a better idea what to expect. I never felt rushed … More or upsold. Everything was focused on making a piece I was happy with at the budget range I agreed to.
  • Avatar Todd Cranor ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Excellent company! Very patient with many questions and revision requests for the design. I’m very happy with the outcome.
  • Avatar Bailey ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    This is the real deal. Not a scam. I started and received my project all within 4 weeks. Great company! Totally recommend