Custom jewelry: from idea to finished piece
A personal pendant, a custom chain, or a ring with your own story. At Iceyard, an Oslo-based online store, a custom piece of jewelry begins with a conversation. Here you can see how we go from idea to finished jewelry.
Completely new custom designs from NOK 7,000
A completely new custom design has a minimum price of NOK 7,000, even for small pieces of jewelry. A very small piece and a larger piece of jewelry can therefore both cost around NOK 7,000. Size alone does not determine the price: design work, materials, stones, and how demanding the jewelry is to make also play a role.
Picture pendants and letter pendants based on designs we have already made may cost less. Contact us, and we will clarify what is possible and how much your jewelry will cost.
You will receive a concrete quote for your project before you order. Sending an inquiry is non-binding.
1. Share your idea
Send an inquiry via our custom form, a message on Instagram @iceyard.no, or an email to iceyard.business@gmail.com. Feel free to include reference images, approximate dimensions, and a budget. You do not need to have a finished drawing – we will help you clarify the look.
2. We clarify the details and the price
Together we go through the shape, size, metal, stones, and desired finish. We clarify whether you want, for example, silver, gold plating, or solid gold, and which stones suit the project. Cubic zirconia (CZ), moissanite, lab-grown diamonds, and natural diamonds are different options with different properties and prices.
Once the details and quote are agreed upon, payment is made. Then the work on the 3D design begins.
3. See the 3D design before production
We create a digital 3D model, also known as a CAD design, which shows the shape and details of the jewelry. You will be able to see the design and provide feedback. If you want adjustments, we will clarify these with you. Production only starts once you have approved the design.
4. Materials and stones are prepared
The metal and stones for the project are selected and ordered according to the agreement. The number, size, color, and type of stone are adapted to the design. These choices are what give the jewelry its look – from subtle details to a surface covered in stones.
5. From model to metal
For jewelry that is cast, we create a wax model or a suitable casting model from the approved design. The model is used to create a mold that is filled with the selected metal, such as silver or gold. After casting, the jewelry is worked and polished, and the stone settings, holes, and bezels are adapted.
6. The stones are set in place
The stones are placed in the adapted settings. When the design uses prongs, these are carefully bent into place around the stones. The stone setting and details are checked along the way before the jewelry moves on to the final processing.
7. Polishing and final finish
The surface is sanded and polished to highlight the shape, shine, and details. If gold plating is part of the order, it is applied after processing. A piece of solid gold does not need gold plating to get its gold color. Any protective surface treatment is adapted to the metal and the agreed finish.
8. Inspection, 360 video, and delivery
The finished jewelry is inspected before delivery. We also film a 360 video in a photo box with a dark background, so you can see the jewelry rotate and see how the details and stones catch the light. Then the jewelry is prepared for delivery.
Normal delivery time for custom is approximately 30 business days from the order. We clarify the expected delivery for your exact project in the quote.
Ready to share your idea?
Explore custom and send an inquiry
Completely new custom designs from NOK 7,000. Previous designs, such as picture pendants and letter pendants, may have a lower price. You can also contact us on Instagram or email – we will reply as quickly as we can.