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5 Reasons Why you should Custom Design your Jewelry

Joseph Schubach — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:57:04 +0000

As we officially usher in our annual DIY (Dream it Yourself) Custom Design Jewelry contest, the question pops up: Why custom design a piece when I could simply buy one?

Here are 5 reasons, created from our team at Joseph Schubach Jewelers in Scottsdale, Arizona:

1. Uniqueness - Easily the top reason! You’ll have a piece that’s like no other. In a world of increasing “sameness”, a custom design piece of jewelry says distinctinctly and only you!

2. Creativity – When you create a piece of jewelry, you have the opportunity to use your imagination. The piece you create is borne out your creative wellspring. Everytime you look at it, you’ll proudly know the mastermind behind it!

3. Cost - Let’s get practical for a moment, shall we? You not only custom designing your engagment ring or wedding band, you custom design the price, by choosing the metal and the gem.

4. Heirloomability – Okay, we made that word up. But a true heirloom represents the owner and the generation. When you pass it down, you’ll know the piece represents you and your family.

5. Emotional connectivity – We have so many couples come in to our showroom who tell us exactly why they want a particular design; how each facet represents an element of their relationship. A custom design ring represents the emotion surrounding the piece. You can’t buy that from Tiffany’s!

So if you’re ready to custom design your wedding ring or engagement ring or a necklace or a pair of one-of-a-kind earrings, reach out to us! We’re more than just custom design jewelers, we’re dream makers.

We’re holding our annual custom design jewelry contest. Stop by. See our magic. Vote!

Custom Design Jewelry for a Landmark in your Life

Joseph Schubach — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:28:23 +0000

It’s easy to celebrate cornerstones in your life but often harder to memorialize them. Custom design jewelry can help you mark a special moment in your way and in a permanent way – something a generic gift or party can’t do.

We live in an age where most of the items we buy are mass-made. You might love that dress of yours – but you know full well that its worn by millions of others. It doesn’t have that deeply personal feel.

When I received my first custom made piece of jewelry, I had no clue how much it would mean to me. It was one of a kind. And it was designed with me in mind. It’s a simple piece but it really exemplifies my personality. When I wear it, it’s a distinctly different feel than my other necklaces. It’s mine.

If you’re celebrating a special occasion in your life, consider a piece of custom design jewelry from Joseph Schubach Jewelers.

We are professionals at making personal jewelry.

(Above) An existing customer of ours, Mary Beth, upgraded to a magnificent handmade platinum oval diamond ring, entitled simply Platinum Dream.

Our Custom Design Pieces Dazzle and Delight

Joseph Schubach — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:10:09 +0000

Here at Joseph Schubach Jewelers, custom design jewelry is truly our specialty. We are 3rd generation artisans who love nothing better than to create a piece based on your specifications.

No better was this displayed than with our recent Dream It Yourself contest, where participants gave us an idea and we brought it to life.

Take a look at some of our winning collaborations:

MaryAnn’s Channel Set Ring showcases bezel set round sapphire accents and a Euro squared off shank.

Gilbert and Gina celebrate their 10-year anniversary by completely redesigning Gina’s original engagement diamond ring. The new piece, The Sparkling Water Anniversary Ring, has an aquamarine center with pave diamonds set all the way around and princess cut diamond side stones.

Jeanne’s Fantasia Ring features pink sapphire princess cuts on the side of a gallery featuring diamonds set into a Mickey Mouse motif.

Take a look at all the entries!

Deadline for D.I.Y. (Dream it Yourself) Custom Design Jewelry Contest Extended!

Joe Schubach — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:36:36 +0000

We're pleased to announce that our D.I.Y. (Dream it Yourself) Custom Design Jewelry contest has been extended until May 1st. This contest is particularly dear to us, at Joseph Schubach Jewelers. Not only does it give you the opportunity to design your own heartfelt piece of jewelry but it gives us the chance to bring it to fruition.

It’s as simple as 1 – 2 – 3:

1. You dream it.

You can have that piece of jewelry you’ve had your eye on. Just give
us a sketch or photograph or online image. If it’s just an idea
floating around in your head, talk to one of our skilled staff members
who will be happy to translate it for you at (888) 724-8222 or send us
an email along with any photos to support@schubach.com.

2. We create it – affordably.

Your jewelry dream can come true at a price you design as well! We
know exactly how to bring your dream to life cost-efficiently using
traditional and alternative materials: from moissanite to natural
diamonds; synthetic gemstones to those found in nature; from platinum
to palladium.

3. Save big!

Simply by entering, you instantly save 50% in custom design fees. In
addition, your creation is automatically entered into our 2nd annual
DIY Custom Design Jewelry Contest, where you could win an additional
$500, if your piece is chosen.

As we create your masterpiece, we’ll place it on our online Gallery
for your friends, family and site visitors to see. At the end of the
promotion, we'll hold a contest and the winning contestant will receive
$500 towards their custom purchase.

Our DIY Custom Design Jewelry Contest allows you to be the artist
that you’re meant to be. So give us a call at (888) 724-8222 or send us
an email to support@schubach.com and we'll help you get the piece of
jewelry you've been dreaming of!

Here’s last year’s winner, Courtney Semeniuk and his wife Nikki’s "Azure Dream"

Now get busy dreaming!

The 2nd Annual D.I.Y. (Dream it Yourself) Contest

Joe Schubach — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 23:04:33 +0000

Thanks for your interest in our 2nd Annual D.I.Y. Contest.

All you need to do is submit a photo, sketch or description of the jewelry of your dreams and we'll do the rest. We can discuss your budget.

Deadline for submission is April 15.

Send your ideas to support@schubach.com

We'll contact you soon after and tell you if we need further details.

Or feel free to call us at:

(888) 724-8222

The Jewelry Trends of Now, 2009

Joe Schubach — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 13:55:40 +0000

If you are the type who wants to keep up with the latest trend but realize your wallet doesn't seem to be as…fat as it used to, then this year will be fitting for you and your budget!

The 2009 "in stepper" will be donning unconventional jewelry, using varying materials and colorful gemstones. Woods, ceramics, sea shell beads, leather will all make their way onto the 2009 look. The nice part? Many of these materials are more affordable than some of their more traditional counterparts (seashell beads versus diamonds…hmmm. Which one can you afford this year?)

If you are a stickler for your gemstones, the trend this year is more colorful, unusually shaped gemstones. Think outside the box with brighter gems such as sapphire and rubies: an eye grabber any season, frankly.

No matter which direction you choose, COLOR is the main lesson to be learned this year. Experiment, be bright and be bold!

Genuine Yellow Sapphire And Moissanite Ring

Customized
and handcrafted version of style 1250M: 6.80ct yellow sapphire center
with 1.50ct (3.0ct t.w. dia equiv) moissanite trillions on either side
set into 14K white gold.

Metal: 14kt White Gold
Stone size: 6.80ct
Ring size: 4 – 8

How to Design your Dream Ring

Joe Schubach — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 13:47:58 +0000

Many women dream of their wedding gown for years but often, their ring is an afterthought. They just want the ring to be pretty, preferably large and certainly dazzling. But the more specific you can be when it comes to the ring of your dreams, the better. You will form a lifelong bond with this ring, so make sure it fits your dream specifications!

A little knowledge about jewelry design is the first step.

First ask yourself questions. Do want a more traditional ring or perhaps something a little more cutting edge and unusual? What's your personality type? How will your ring reflect who you really are or who you want to evolve into? Your ring should speak to your heart. Take a moment and envision a ring that truly represents you. Ask your friends or family. Consider your hand as well. What kind of ring suits your hand well?

Second, decide on the metal. Sometimes its better to focus on the metal before you move to the big choice, the stone. The band is your base, your starting point, from which you can build.

Most engagement rings are made in gold or platinum. If you choose gold, the most
popular are 18K or 14K gold and they come in either in yellow gold or white
gold. Platinum is significantly more expensive than gold but is
becoming more popular. Titanium is occasionally chosen as it is extremely
durable but it cannot be formed into intricate patterns and designs.

Last – but not least – choose your stone. Ah, the stone! This is when custom designing your ring becomes deeply personal. Gems are magical, strong stones that represent and strengthen the wearer. Research the history of the stone. Get to know your stone! Which stone resonates with you and your personality?

And think outside of the diamond box! Check out sapphires, rubies and emeralds as well.

As for size, the same applies. What shape of a stone symbolizes your personality, your character, your soul? Find the shape of the diamond. The common diamond shapes are
round, princess, emerald, marquise, pear oval, radiant, heart and
Asscher.

Creating your own ring assures you of complete satisfaction. Consider making these decisions with your partner. It can be a bonding, wonderful experience – a co-creation of your love. Be imaginative and collaborate!

At Joseph Schubach Jewelers, if you can dream it, we can create it.

Exquisite custom design jewelry is our specialty.

It's what we do best.

Let us bring your dream to life!

Custom Jewelry Design Contest Winner!

Joe — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:15:39 +0000

Congratulations goes to
Courtney Semeniuk and his wife Nikki for winning 27% of the votes of the Custom Jewelry Design Contest with
his Azure Dream entry, a custom made 14kt white gold engagement ring
and matching wedding band made with natural diamonds and natural
sapphires.

Here’s the great part about the Semeniuk’s winning is this contest. The day we notified them that they had the winning entry was the same day they brought their new baby, Leland, home from the hospital. How cool is that???

Here are the final results for the contest. Click on the image to see a larger view.

Thanks again to everyone who participated in our first ever Custom Jewelry Design Contest and thank you for allowing us to make the jewelry of your dreams!

Final Day For Voting!

Joe — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 16:32:14 +0000

Today is the final day for voting on our first ever Custom Jewelry Design Contest! As of 9:25AM Pacific Time, Azure Dream was in the lead! The poll will close this evening @ Midnight Pacific Time, so get your friends, family, co workers and neighbors to the site for one last chance to vote!

(Click on the image to see a larger view)

Let The Voting Begin!

Joe — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:06:50 +0000

Ladies and Gentlemen, Family, Friends and Clients, the first ever Custom Jewelry Design Contest
is now open for votes! The final piece has been finished, photographed
and uploaded to the gallery. Let your voice be heard and vote for your
favorite!

To give you a little background on each of the pieces, we posted an
entry in our blog and included this link. Be sure to click over to the
entries, there are some great stories associated with each of the
items. It’s been fun for all of us at Joseph Schubach Jewelers to see
just how much each piece of fine jewelry we make means to our clients!

Vote now for your favorite piece!