From four diamonds to six by adding stones she found in her jewelry box. All SIX stones are slightly different in size and these settings beautifully camouflage that fact.
repair one ring and combine two more
when someone says they have a bag of jewelry not being used – something is going to happen!
resized wedding ring set has blue stones in place of diamonds
he originally wanted to upgrade the wedding rings for her, but the perfect solution was to resize-to-fit then replace two diamond with blue zircon.
sometimes all you need is a remount (diamond ring alteration)
from one creative being to another, a most collaborative venture. her strong sense design + my ability to listen brought us to the best idea. remounted wedding band
twinkle twinkle! pear-shaped star added to eternity pendant
diamond from her original engagement ring combined with her circle pendant, designed to move freely. two becomes one to wear frequently (jewelry alteration)
Celtic pattern band with dad’s diamond
diamond from dad’s band works perfectly in the Celtic pattern ring found via research on last name. platinum ring with the pattern of his irish clan
a marquise story
classic marquise solitaire engagement 14k white gold ring with a bow under the setting. repurposed family diamond.
redesigned 45th anniversary ring has been passed on and on and on …
instead of duplicating the ring we captured the essence the original piece using the diamonds where needed, replacing the rubies with new ones and – the extra special feature – we found a way to incorporate her original wedding band.
cluster ring to shiny pendant
what the shop has been doing is converting ring tops into pendants with chains. since she is not wearing rings these days, we repurposed an old cluster ring into a necklace.
charm bracelet to charming pendant
she was the recipient of the family kitschy jewelry. the oversized gold charms with rubies, sapphires, emeralds and pearls big enough to wear each as a pendant. they don’t make charms like this anymore – intricate and handmade with moving parts.
What they say …
Everywhere I go, from New Haven to Farmington to Israel to Turkey to Aruba my necklace is met with oohs and aahs. I find myself smiling and putting my hand to my necklace each time someone makes a comment. You truly captured the essence of its meaning by giving life to my mom’s diamond, and for that I thank you.
via Facebook 2013
Woodbridge, CT
I found Raimie via Google & she was able to put a bezel setting around an old mine diamond solitaire so the edges would be secured from chipping…using most of the original setting! There aren’t enough words to say how thoughtful & caring she is – she really listened to what I wanted & didn’t push me to get a completely new setting…and the work is beautiful! Pics & video don’t do it justice – it looks even better than the original – more clarity, more depth, more fire! She specializes in redoi… Read more
Raimie has helped us commemorate our most important life events with beautiful jewelry for a span of over 30 years. She recently helped my son create the most gorgeous engagement ring for his bride to be. What a wonderful full circle experience that was ! Raimie is beyond personable, trustworthy, knowledgeable and creative. She is a gem!!!
via Facebook
Raimie is the best and most wonderful jeweler in THE WORLD!!
via Facebook 2013
Farmington/New Hartford, CT
I am late in telling you how beautiful the ring that you created is and how happy we both are! You were just a dream to work with and I am so thankful that you were able to guide us through the process!
Harwinton, CT
Don’t know how you did it but there is so much movement in the design that the pin fairly dances! It has a slightly giddy, joyful quality. I couldn’t be more pleased. Thank you!
Hartford, CT
Got the emerald ring today. It is beautiful. I also cannot wait to be able wear some of my older jewelry that got new life thanks to you. Thank you!
Houston, TX
I was so upset when I lost my coin ring last year and am now thrilled to have it back. Kent saw the Greek coin ring today & loved it! He was so generous. He appreciates the process of working with you to always design something special.
Avon, CT