Lost wax casting-

how it works.

Jewelry Design Consultation

Are you envisioning a new jewelry design but aren't sure how it will look? Perhaps you have outdated pieces and wish to update them using your existing gemstones and gold. Whether you have a specific design in mind or need assistance in determining the best option for you, I can help!

Update Your Existing Jewelry

Revamp your current pieces by incorporating your gemstones and gold into a modern design. This approach not only saves you money but also preserves the sentimental value of your original items. Alternatively, you can trade in your jewelry to create a new piece that will be cherished for decades.

The Brainstorming Process

During our initial meeting, I will ask questions to understand your style preferences and desired outcomes. Based on your input, I will propose designs that align with your vision. At this stage, I can also provide an estimate of the final piece's cost.Do you have an idea of a jewelry design but not sure how it will look? Maybe you have some outdated jewelry and want to update the design using your gemstones and gold. Whether you have a design in mind or need help figuring out the the best design for you, I can help!

The Wax

Once you have the design you like, we can then create a wax by hand carving it or using CAD, it depends on the design. Once the wax is completed, we meet again to make sure it is what your were thinking of. At this time we can still easily make changes to it. Once I get your approval we can then cast the wax into silver, gold, or platinum.

Casting

The wax is then set up to be casted. It is placed into an oven at 1200 degrees for a few hours until the wax is burned out and we are left with a mold of the jewelry. Once the wax is completely burned out, the precious metal of your choice is melted and poured into the the mold that was left behind from the wax.

Setting and Polishing

The jewelry is then brought life by being filed, polished, and the stones are set. The jewelry has one last final polish after the stones are set. If you are having a white gold jewelry made it has once last process of rhodium plating. It’s now ready to show off to all your friends and family!