Business Details
37 Years
experience
Custom Jewelry Design & Repair Services in Yelm, WA
Elie Design has been crafting custom jewelry and providing expert repair services since 1989. Our workshop in Yelm, WA combines traditional goldsmithing techniques with modern technology to create unique, handcrafted pieces tailored to each client's vision. We specialize in transforming personal stories and heirlooms into meaningful jewelry, using CAD visualization to ensure client satisfaction before production. Our team of award-winning jewelers brings decades of experience to every project, from engagement rings to memorial lockets.We prioritize ethical sourcing, offering conflict-free diamonds and sustainable practices. Our commitment to quality extends to repairs, where we utilize laser welding and other advanced techniques to restore treasured pieces. With a focus on personalized service, we guide clients through every step of the design process. Our dedication to excellence has made us a trusted name in the Pacific Northwest for over 30 years.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Ring Sizing
Stone Setting
Laser Welding
Heirloom Restoration
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in custom jewelry design and repair
- In-house workshop with state-of-the-art CAD and laser technology
- Award-winning jeweler Margarette Elie leads the design process
- Ethical sourcing with Kimberly Process certified diamonds
- Full-service repair center handling platinum, gold, and silver
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Our custom jewelry service transforms personal stories into unique wearable art. Using CAD technology and traditional craftsmanship, we create one-of-a-kind pieces from client concepts. The process involves consultation, 3D modeling, and hand fabrication to ensure perfect execution. Clients participate in every design stage, from initial sketches to final approval.
Jewelry Repair
We offer comprehensive repair services for all fine jewelry types. Our expertise includes ring sizing, stone replacement, and laser welding for damaged pieces. With in-house capabilities, we handle both simple adjustments and complex restorations. Our technicians use modern equipment while maintaining traditional techniques to preserve each piece's integrity.
Stone Setting
Our expert setters specialize in securing diamonds and gemstones in various settings. We handle both new installations and repairs of loose stones. Using precision tools and traditional methods, we ensure secure settings that enhance each stone's beauty. Clients can incorporate heirloom stones into new designs.
Questions
What is the custom jewelry design process?
Our process involves consultation, 3D modeling, wax approval, casting, stone setting, and final polishing. Clients participate in every stage.
Do you work with heirloom materials?
Yes, we incorporate family stones and metals into new designs while maintaining their sentimental value.
What metals do you use?
We work with 14k/18k gold, platinum, palladium, and sterling silver. Special orders include titanium and stainless steel.
How long does custom jewelry take?
Most pieces take 4-5 weeks, with simpler designs completed in 2 weeks and complex projects up to 6 weeks.
Are your diamonds conflict-free?
All diamonds meet Kimberley Process standards ensuring ethical sourcing and no conflict funding.
