Business Details
27 Years
experience
Handcrafted Jewelry & Supplies in Atlanta
Founded in 1999, Augusta Designs began as a creative venture blending artistic talent with fashion expertise to craft unique jewelry for special events. Over two decades, the business expanded from boutique partnerships to a retail studio in Atlanta's Kirkwood Station, while earning recognition for quality materials and innovative designs. The owner's certification as a Precious Metal Clay instructor and ongoing education through the Gemological Institute of America solidified the company's reputation for technical excellence.Today, while temporarily pausing production due to health challenges, the business continues supporting customers through inventory liquidation, with proceeds directly funding critical medical care. This transition reflects our enduring commitment to transparency, community support, and maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship that have defined our journey since the early 2000s.
Services
Jewelry Design
PMC Instruction
Bead Sales
Tool Supply
Display Items
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 24 years of jewelry design experience since 1999
- Certified PMC instructor with advanced gemology education
- Unique artistic approach combining quality materials and graphic patterns
- Transparent fundraising for life-saving medical treatment
- Direct connection to owner's personal creative journey
Associations and certifications
- Precious Metal Clay Certified Instructor
- Gemological Institute of America
Services
Jewelry Design
Creating unique jewelry pieces using quality materials and detailed graphic patterns. Services focus on artistic combinations that reflect individual client preferences while maintaining technical excellence through Precious Metal Clay techniques. Designs originate from 24 years of professional experience in the jewelry industry.
PMC Instruction
Certified Precious Metal Clay instruction covering material handling, shaping techniques, and firing processes. Teaching combines formal education from the Gemological Institute of America with practical experience developing original designs. Sessions emphasize both technical proficiency and creative expression for students at all skill levels.
Bead Supply
Selling curated bead collections for jewelry makers, including unique findings and components. Inventory liquidation includes premium materials previously used in custom designs. Products cater to both professional artisans and hobbyists seeking quality supplies at reduced prices during this transitional period.
Tool Sales
Offering professional-grade jewelry-making tools and equipment for sale. Inventory includes specialized instruments for metalworking, stone setting, and PMC fabrication. Tools represent a complete studio liquidation at significant discounts to support medical fundraising efforts.
Display Items
Selling commercial display units and presentation materials from the Atlanta studio. Includes wall-mounted racks, countertop displays, and lighting systems designed for jewelry retail. Fixtures provide practical solutions for other businesses needing affordable retail infrastructure.
People
Emily Augusta Wimbush
Owner
Founder with 24 years of jewelry design experience, certified PMC instructor, and Gemological Institute of America student. Developed unique artistic techniques while managing health challenges from an autoimmune condition that now requires a life-saving lung transplant.
Questions
Why is the Atlanta studio closing?
The owner requires a lung transplant due to declining health from an autoimmune condition, making jewelry production unsustainable.
How do purchases support the business owner?
All proceeds from inventory liquidation directly fund the owner's transplant surgery and post-operative medical expenses.
Are custom orders still available?
No, the business has temporarily paused custom order production while focusing on health-related priorities.
What makes Augusta Designs' jewelry unique?
Our pieces combine quality materials with detailed graphic patterns and artistic techniques developed over 24 years of practice.
Is shipping available for online purchases?
Yes, items can be shipped but may experience delays due to the owner's current health limitations.
What happened to the Kirkwood Station studio space?
The space will transition to office use for business operations during the owner's medical recovery period.
