Custom by Carter’s: Jewelry Redesign Services

Breathe new life into your heirloom and underused jewelry with our bespoke jewelry redesign services. Explore our process to discover how the experts at Carter's Collective Fine Jewelry repurpose the pieces you love!

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Our Jewelry Redesign Process

  1. Gather Your Materials & Inspiration
  2. Schedule Your Custom Consultation
  3. Collaborate on Your Custom Design
  4. Review & Refine
  5. Creation & Completion
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Step 1:
Gather Your Materials & Inspiration

Start by collecting any jewelry you no longer wear, whether it’s a family heirloom, broken chain, or just not your style anymore. If you have a vision or design inspiration, bring that too! The more detail you can provide, the better we can bring your dream to life.

Please note: Vintage stones that have been worn daily may show signs of wear. Heavily chipped stones may not be suitable for resetting.

A hand holding a ring under a display box.

Step 2:
Schedule Your Custom Consultation

At your appointment, our experienced jeweler and custom design specialist will:

  1. Evaluate your existing pieces and stones.
  2. Discuss your vision, design preferences, and intended use (everyday wear vs. special occasion).
  3. Establish your desired budget.

To get the most out of your consultation, consider the following:

  • Are you envisioning a ring, necklace, earrings, or bracelet?
  • Is this piece meant to commemorate a special event (e.g., anniversary, birthday, graduation)?
  • Would you like to create a single statement piece or several keepsakes?
A sparkling diamond engagement ring with a central oval stone and side accents.

Step 3:
Collaborate on Your Custom Design

Once we understand your goals, we’ll begin creating initial design ideas tailored just for you. Depending on the project, you’ll receive either detailed sketches or computer-generated renderings to help you visualize your redesigned piece.

You’ll receive your first round of design visuals about 2–4 weeks after your consultation, once we’ve received your materials.

Two hands exchanging a ring, one adorned with a diamond engagement ring.

Step 4:
Review & Refine

After reviewing your design renderings, you’ll have the opportunity to request changes. We’ll revise the design accordingly and send an updated version for your approval, typically within another 2–4 weeks.

Once you give the final green light, we’ll begin crafting your new jewelry!

 

A hand holding an elegant gold and diamond ring.

Step 5: Creation & Completion

From the moment your design is approved, please allow 6–8 weeks for production. Your piece will be expertly handcrafted by our in-house team, using your original materials whenever possible.

Have unused gold? It can be credited toward your new piece as partial payment.

 

Pricing & Payment

We’re proud to work with all budgets, from modest to luxurious. At Carter’s Collective, we offer:

  • Customizable options for every price range
  • In-house layaway plans
  • Convenient financing options

Please note: Custom work begins once 50% of your quote is paid. Final pieces cannot be released until the full balance is received.

 

Project Timeline Overview

Milestone Estimated Timeframe
Initial Consultation Week 1
First Design Renderings 2–4 weeks after consultation
Revisions (if needed) +2–4 weeks
Final Design Approval → Finish 6–8 weeks after approval
Total Estimated Timeline: Approximately 12 weeks
before: sketch and image of pink and white diamond butterfly earrings, after: photo of an ear wearing two earrings, the pink and white diamond butterfly and a round diamond stud with a chain connecting the two
before: large, old european cut diamond featured in a traditional style setting, after: large old european cut diamond bezel set with diamonds on the band and diamonds on the inside of the bezel surrounding the large center diamonds
before: loose baguette cut diamonds in varying sizes, after: completed baguette diamond design graduating out
trio of gold bangles featuring roman numerals and the center one features a diamond border on both edges
Before: Yellow oval cut diamond with oval cut white diamonds in a dated setting style, after: bezel set oval yellow diamond hovers halfway off of a wide, cigar-band style ring in yellow gold, bordered by a row of diamonds on the bottom of the ring
before: pear diamond layout hovering over a hand with two pear accent diamonds, after: completed ring with pear diamond center and two pear accent diamonds between cushion cut diamond bands
before: nugget style gold pendant featuring a trio of oval opal gemstones, after: three bands, 2 white with an opal at the center and a rope texture on the bands, center band is yellow gold featuring an oval white opal with a polished yellow gold band
before: emerald cut ruby with a double diamond halo ring, after: pear cut diamond with a diamond halo paired on a two stone style ring with an emerald cut ruby with a diamond halo
Ring featuring the University of Southern Mississippi seal at it center, bordered by a halo of round black diamonds and an additional outter edge of round white diamonds with a trio of round white diamonds radiating from the top and bottom
before: diamond layout hovering over a hand featuring an emerald cut diamond center and two radiant cut accent side stones, after: the diamonds featured in a completed ring
before: amethyst pear ring in dated setting with round diamond accents and loose amethyst anr round diamonds configured loose in a layout of the proposted design, after: bezel set amethyst pear with opening and six round diamonds set on the band in the other side

Repurpose Your Favorite Pieces at Our Hattiesburg Jewelry Store

Your jewelry should tell your story. Our fine jewelry store in Hattiesburg, MS transforms outdated and unworn pieces into meaningful, custom creations. To discuss options and inspiration, contact Carter’s Collective today.