Behind the Scenes: How a custom ring is made in our Subiaco Studio
There’s something truly special about creating a piece of jewellery that reflects your personal story, style, and vision. At Linneys, we specialise in creating bespoke jewellery tailored entirely to you—whether it’s an engagement ring, anniversary gift, or a personal heirloom in the making.
Here’s a look into how we bring your vision to life, step by step:
1. The Design Consultation: From Dream to Drawing
Every custom piece begins with a conversation. During your private design consultation, you’ll sit down with one of our jewellery experts to share your ideas, inspiration, and preferences—from gemstones and metals to style and symbolism.
Don’t worry if you’re unsure about the details—we’ll guide you through every decision. Our in-house designers will create detailed hand-drawn sketches, so you can visualise your dream design coming to life.
2. Wax Molding
Next, we create a wax model—a full-size, physical prototype of your jewellery. This step is incredibly valuable, as it gives you the chance to see the shape and feel the scale of your piece before casting it in metal. It’s also essential for our jewellers to ensure accuracy in every curve and detail.
3. Casting in Precious Metal
The wax model is then used to create a mold, into which molten gold or platinum are poured. This ancient technique, called wax casting, is trusted by fine jewellers around the world for its precision and reliability.
Once cooled, the mold is broken away, revealing the raw metal form of your piece.
4. Hand Finishing and Gem Setting
This is where craftsmanship truly takes centre stage. Our master jewellers meticulously hand-finish the cast metal, refining every edge, surface, and detail. If your piece includes diamonds or gemstones, our jewellers will carefully hand set each stone under a microscope, ensuring perfect placement and durability.
We polish the piece to your desired finish and give it a final inspection for perfection.
5. The Unveiling: A Piece That’s Entirely Yours
The final result is more than a piece of jewellery—it’s a wearable work of art, made just for you, right here in Subiaco. Whether it's a symbol of love, celebration, or self-expression, your custom piece is crafted to be worn and treasured for a lifetime.
Create Something That Lasts Forever
Custom doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s personal, collaborative, and incredibly rewarding. Visit us in-store or book a design appointment to start creating your own bespoke jewellery today.