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A little back ground first... I had been thinking about having my engagement ring redesigned for some time and since our 20th anniversary was fast approaching, I figured it was the perfect time. My husband was having made for me an anniversary band so we opted to have everything done at one time. We went back to the jeweller that originally made our wedding set and I tried to explain, to the best of my ability, how I envisioned my new engagement ring (and anniversary band).
To make a VERY long story short, I was not happy with the final result. We had paid good money to have the rings made but I was unhappy with the shoddy workmanship and overall design. The jeweller was offended that I was not happy with what he had made and I was told I was costing him too much money. Needless to say, I was left feeling disappointed and regretful.
Fast forward a year and I find myself feeling the same way about my rings. I didn't choose to have my engagement ring redesigned so I would have a 'meh' feeling about my set. No no no.. I wanted that 'oh my god, I get to wear these rings every day!' kind of feeling.
I hopped on Yelp and started to poke around. I stumbled across Leif and read the reviews. Impressive. I did a little more research online about him and I liked what I saw so I made an appointment to see him.
From the very moment I walked into his studio, my experience was like night and day to the last jeweller!
After the last debacle, I wasn't sure if I was capable of articulating what I envisioned and I certainly didn't want to stunt Leif's creativity any. I showed him a couple pictures of styles which I found interesting and left the rest up to him. My only request was that my engagement ring remain a solitaire. I also had him reset the diamonds in my anniversary band to a wider setting.
Leif went to work and started sending CAD drawings of various design options. By design number 3, I knew he had nailed it... (although we explored a few more ideas just to be sure).
From our initial meeting, to CAD drawings to wax molding to casting, Leif sought feedback and kept me involved every step of the way. I really felt a part of the process.
Leif was an absolute pleasure to work with. He truly is an artist who chooses metal as his medium. I want to thank him and everyone at his studio for making this experience wonderful for me. I am overjoyed with the results and... oh my god, I get to wear these rings every day!
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