Success Stories

Oliver, captivated by his girlfriend's deep love for Kurt Vonnegut's "Sirens of Titan," embarked on a quest to find Vonnegut-inspired jewelry, only to come up empty-handed. Turning to JewelryThis for collaboration, he endeavored to transform his vision into a unique pendant, with the intention of presenting her with a one-of-a-kind gift for Valentine's Day. Here's how it all unfolded: Oliver embarked on a collaborative journey with us, guided by his personal master designer, Luce. She helped transform his idea into a tangible piece of wearable jewelry. Through detailed discussions and creative brainstorming, she honed in on the design concept, ensuring that every element reflected the essence of the "Sirens on Titan" cover image so that the piece would capture his ... Read Full Story

Creating custom jewelry for yourself or a loved one is a unique, inspiring, and thoughtful gift. But what if that loved one is your pet? For those of us fortunate enough to have a four-legged companion, we understand the special bond we share with our pets. They become the heartbeat of the home, cherished members of the family, and beloved companions So how do you go about creating a custom dog tag for man’s best friend? Crafting a custom dog tag for the beautiful German Shorthaired Pointer, Tango, was the sweetest Jewelry Journey. The dog tag was inspired by the shape of the cross style called the "Tau Cross," with similar characteristics to the cross associated with Saint Francis of ... Read Full Story

The beauty of custom jewelry lies in creating a piece that speaks directly to you. For our client, Brian, this meant integrating three powerful symbols—the Yin Yang, the Peace Symbol, and the Celtic knot from King Crimson's "Discipline" album—each representing a different facet of his beliefs. These universally recognized icons hold deeply personal meanings, symbolizing harmony, peace, and the pursuit of discipline. Brian sought to meld these symbols into a singular pendant, creating a wearable testament to his philosophy and aspirations as a gift to himself on his birthday. Brian’s Vision: Symbolic Expression When Brian first approached us, he had a clear vision of what he wanted his pendant to symbolize. Each icon he chose—a Yin Yang for harmony, a ... Read Full Story

In a story filled with love and family history, Paul and Maria traveled to a Greek island where Maria's grandparents had immigrated over a century ago. They were deeply influenced by their time there. Maria was particularly taken by a pendant worn by one of their hosts—a small Greek letter "mu". This letter held special meaning for Maria, so Paul decided to create something similar: a unique pendant that would remind them of their shared memories, family roots, and deep affection. As Christmas drew near, Paul's excitement grew. He knew this special gift would express his love for Maria in a way that words couldn't. Can Sketches Turn to Gold Jewelry? It is not every day that we receive such ... Read Full Story

Fearful of AI replacing us? Let's shift that fear into inspiration. Explore how AI-generated ideas can propel us to new heights in jewelry design excellence. One such example of this is this client's inspired AI generated photo sent to us with an Art Nouveau-inspired pendant renowned for its organic motifs, flowing lines, and intricate details inspired by nature. Firstly what is Ai AI, or Artificial Intelligence, acts as a valuable tool for clients to share their design ideas effectively. It assists by transforming clients' concepts into visual representations or pictures. By utilizing AI capabilities, clients can explore various possibilities and communicate their vision more clearly, ultimately leading to better collaboration and improved outcomes in design projects. N0w what is Art ... Read Full Story

Loss is a journey fraught with sorrow, a path we tread reluctantly, yet inevitably. When a loved one departs suddenly, the void they leave behind is profound and incomprehensible. In these moments of deep loss, custom jewelry emerges as a poignant tribute – a tangible keepsake that encapsulates the essence of our departed loved ones and provides a lifeline to their enduring spirit. A Heartfelt Journey: Kirsten's family faced such a tragedy when her uncle passed away unexpectedly. The news shattered their world, particularly her mom, who had never imagined having to bid farewell to her younger brother so soon. Amidst their grief, the ICU nurses provided a glimmer of solace by printing her uncle's heartbeat and encasing it in ... Read Full Story

Ridvan had a unique goal—to pleasantly shock his horror movie fanatic partner with a movie themed custom pendant. And what did he dream up? A reverse bear trap! Unusual, right? But for us, it marked the beginning of an incredibly unique piece. Jewelry Journey Movie Themed Custom Pendant Design Process Armed with a reference image and alongside our master designer, Holly, it was time to transform Ridvan's vision into reality. Attention to Detail Recreating a miniature version demands meticulous attention and skill. Ensuring proportions mirror the larger original object is crucial. Certain intricate details can't be too small, risking structural integrity. Skipping the sketch, we delved straight into 3D design, sculpting this movie-themed pendant step by step.   [caption id="attachment_439848" ... Read Full Story

A journey to commitment that spanned 6.5 wonderful years with the love of his life, Cynthia. Steve reached out to us with a very unique ring in mind. Masters of custom designs and celebrators of unique ideas, we jumped at the opportunity to create a special piece symbolizing loyalty and commitment to the woman who will forever remain his greatest love. [caption id="attachment_438169" align="aligncenter" width="508"] Cynthia and Steve[/caption]   The jewelry journey Steve envisioned a wide band adorned with an ox yolk symbol intricately detailed with their birthstones. Carrie, his master designer, shared different ways to depict the ox yolk symbol. Steve wanted it to be a prominent feature, so a beautiful dimensional look was settled upon. Before diving into ... Read Full Story

When Luke Pelletier, a talented artist from Los Angeles, approached us with the idea of transforming one of his distinctive sketches into a piece of jewelry, we knew this would be the perfect partnership. It was Luke’s iconic gator design, a recurrent motif in his artworks that he wanted to bring to life in jewelry form. Previously he has scoured the internet for a gator ring and in the end he decided a custom made ring with JewelryThis would be the best way to achieve what he had envisioned.   [caption id="attachment_433854" align="aligncenter" width="446"] Luke Pelletier's Gator Art[/caption] [caption id="attachment_433855" align="aligncenter" width="440"] Luke Pelletier Gator Art[/caption]   The jewelry journey: The jewelry journey began with excitement, aiming to honor Luke's ... Read Full Story

We believe in the importance of family and tradition, so when we were asked to create this very symbolic and traditional pendant we couldn't say no. In this story, Andrea came to us with a request to make a pair of pendants for her son’s wedding day for him and his future wife to wear. These weren't just any old pendant. These pendants were the same ones that Andrea and her husband have; a special and symbolic token shared from generation to generation. The pendants ( as seen below) are double-sided with slightly different faces. The message along the outside is Latin for "together even when apart". The memories, stories of special moments, and love symbolized by these pendants are ... Read Full Story

Life's trials often illuminate the true treasures that reside in our hearts, and for David, a life-altering motorcycle accident did just that. As he embarked on a journey of recovery, the importance of family shone brighter than ever. In the aftermath of his accident, David realized that he would require a cane for his mobility. This change in his life's trajectory prompted a beautiful idea: to craft a custom cane that would not only assist him but also reflect his personality and family's significance. And so, the concept of a family tree pendant set with birthstones for his wife was born.   [caption id="attachment_409874" align="aligncenter" width="316"] David's cane with a custom family tree engraving and family members birthstones[/caption]   The ... Read Full Story

Every once in a while, we are privileged to receive a jewelry design request with such an inspiring story behind it that we feel compelled to share it with our fans and clients. In this jewelry story, Anthony came to us and requested that we design a very special pendant for his daughter, Nathalie, to wear on her wedding day. Nathalie and her story are uniquely inspiring; she is a wheelchair user and the world’s only female tetraplegic racing driver. The pendant Anthony wished to create was based on a very cool cartoon of Nathalie in her race outfit. Anthony wanted to preserve the cartoon in precious metal and give it to Nathalie as a gift.     [clearfix] [caption ... Read Full Story

Overview We first met May when she came to us distraught because she had lost her wedding ring, which she’d been wearing since she’d been married – 17 years.  May  explained that she had tried to go back to the store where she and her husband had originally purchased the ring, but the store was closed  and she had nowhere to go to buy another ring that looked just like her old ring.  [clearfix] In fact, May had been searching for someone to replicate her ring for over two years, when she finally heard about Jewelrythis and decided to see if we were up to the challenge. [clearfix]   The Jewelry Journey The problem we faced with recreating May’s wedding ... Read Full Story

Jewelry possesses the remarkable ability to encapsulate and preserve cherished memories along life's journey. When a beloved piece is lost, it feels like those memories are lost with it. That's why we understand the profound importance of recreating sentimental jewelry to recapture those memories and restore their deep historical significance. Ken approached us with a treasured jewelry memory that remained close to his heart. During his childhood, he and his father possessed matching rings, a heartfelt gift from his grandfather. Regrettably, these cherished rings were lost sometime back in the 1970s. This year marked his father's 80th birthday, and with the recent loss of his mother, Ken believed that recreating these rings would be a beautiful and symbolic birthday gift. ... Read Full Story

The Jewelry Journey Suzanne was ready to fly home from Tanzania after a memorable and adventurous trip. Her bags were packed, her passport in the right pocket, and she was all set to leave. But when her flight was unexpectedly delayed by 48 hours, she found herself exploring a local tanzanite museum. There, she was captivated not only by the stunning blue-purple hues of the gemstones but also by the mining process and tanzanite’s importance to the local economy. During her extra two days in Tanzania, Suzanne made new friends, tasted incredible food, and soaked in the beauty of the local area. She tried, unsuccessfully, to find a suitable memento in the museum gift shop—a tanzanite ring that could capture ... Read Full Story

What do you get when you mix rap music, fashion, and a message of mental health awareness?  You get Action Figure Miles, the central mascot of the L.A.- based fashion brand by the same name, and the inspiration behind an amazing pendant jewelry project completed for Sarah as a gift to her boyfriend, the creative soul behind the brand, Rakeem Miles. Action Figure Miles is a character symbolizing heroism and strength, inspired in part by Rakeem's turbulent childhood and issues with mental health.  The brand spreads positive messaging about mental health, and is so inspiring that it has ended up not only on Instagram, an entire clothing collection, murals, and in collaborations with the video game, Halo Infinite. Sarah was ... Read Full Story

Many people spend years searching for a piece of jewelry that truly feels like “them,” and often the answer lies in custom design. For Spencer, he had long hoped to find the perfect brooch to wear while showing and riding his horse at equestrian events. When he discovered JewelryThis, he was ready to bring a design he had created nearly a decade earlier, for his wedding in 2014, to life. At that time, Spencer wanted to honor the symbols in his husband’s grandfather’s family crest. His design combined the initials H and S into a unique logo featuring a heart elegantly nestled within a set of antlers. This fusion of initials and family crest represented the joining of two worlds ... Read Full Story

As custom jewelry designers, we’ve seen countless requests to create something truly special for a loved one. Doug came to us with a request for a pendant featuring four gemstones one for his wife, Carol, and one for each of their three sons as a Christmas gift for Carol. What made this project especially inspiring was that Doug had personally cut and faceted each gemstone himself, a process that requires immense patience, skill, and dedication. Done right, this pendant would become one of the most personalized, one-of-a-kind pieces we had ever created. The Jewelry Journey Doug wanted a simple yet elegant design that Carol would cherish, while also showcasing the effort he put into cutting the stones. We presented him ... Read Full Story

There are few moments in life as memorable as a first child being born.  The entire universe seems to shift in a split second.  When Will came to us wanting to honor his pregnant girlfriend and the near arrival of their firstborn, we knew this was a special project. The Inspiration Will brought his idea to us with a lot of enthusiasm, having been raised to believe that gifts you make yourself are far more valuable than anything bought off the shelf.  We feel you, Will!  He had already designed a rough sketch for a gold pendant for his partner that would incorporate his baby girl’s initials into a sweet butterfly design.   [caption id="attachment_320205" align="aligncenter" width="324"] Rough Sketch by ... Read Full Story

Turning a Beloved Song Lyric into a Timeless Custom Bracelet Music has the power to motivate, uplift, transport us to the past, and inspire hope for the future—it provides a soundtrack to the different phases of our lives. For Jo, a lifelong Bruce Springsteen fan with countless concert memories and a devoted fan community, this was certainly true. Over 20 years ago, a particular song lyric inspired her deeply. Like many of our customers, Jo had carried the dream of custom jewelry in her mind for years. We were thrilled when she came to us with a request for a sterling silver custom cuff bracelet that would finally bring her vision to life.   The Jewelry Journey [caption id="attachment_321952" align="aligncenter" ... Read Full Story

It’s not every day we have the opportunity to help people who do selfless work for their community.  To design something for this non profit organization was an honor. The Johnson County, Kansas Sheriff’s Charitable Assistance Foundation works to provide for the needs of first responders and their families in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Being a first responder is a crucial job that requires long hours, helping people in an immediate health crisis or life-threatening emergency.  The job of being a first responder takes a toll on even the most seasoned professional and organizations like JCSO help build a community and are important to the ongoing wellbeing of this dedicated group of people. Sergeant Robert Huff was looking for ... Read Full Story

The Idea Corporate successes are usually celebrated with a handshake or a bottle of fine wine—but fine jewelry? We were thrilled when Efrat came to us with the idea of marking her company’s major milestone with a custom logo pendant. This simple yet striking piece could replace traditional corporate gifts as a meaningful way to recognize Quantum Metric’s valued employees and clients. Quantum Metric, a SAAS platform that helps companies deliver exceptional digital experiences, was recently valued at over $1 billion. We were excited not only for their achievement but also to capture this moment in 14K gold. As Chief Marketing Officer, Efrat had a clear vision: transforming their one-dimensional logo from company letterhead into a gem-encrusted, head-turning pendant to ... Read Full Story

In the world of young love, there's a sweetness that often goes unnoticed amidst the noise. Meet Sean, a young man with a heart full of love and a desire to create something extraordinary for his girlfriend, Anna, on her 18th birthday. Their story is a testament to the power of young love to inspire acts of kindness and creativity, illuminating the joy and beauty found in simple gestures of affection. [clearfix] I know it sounds trite, but Anna is more than just my girlfriend, she’s my best friend too. We’ve been through so many things together, good and less good, and I wanted something really special that would symbolize how much she meant to me as my girlfriend and ... Read Full Story

Ad Crucem is an online Christian gift shop, providing unique products for church and home. Managed by Wanita Wood, Ad Crucem offers greeting cards, ornaments, housewares, jewelry, art, church banners, and certificates. [clearfix] “Dror and his team have helped Ad Crucem to provide our customers with top quality products at affordable prices. Their turnaround time is great, and their customer service exceptional. We look forward to working with them in future to create new ornaments and jewelry for our customers. “  ~ Wanita Wood, Owner of Ad Crucem [clearfix] The Challenge Ad Crucem strives to provide their customers with unique products that focus on Jesus Christ, and while they’ve had a number of original ideas for ornaments, they’ve failed to ... Read Full Story