At Gold Dust Tacoma, your custom jewelry should be a story, an experience, and a collaboration. Here’s exactly what to expect from start to finish, so you feel confident, supported, and excited every step of the way.

1. Start with a Phone or Zoom Consult (20 minutes)

This quick call gives us a chance to understand your vision, materials, timeline, and budget and make sure we’re the right fit.

If we’re moving forward together, the next step is reserving your in-studio design appointment.

2. Reserve Your Spot with a $200 Deposit

Your deposit secures your design appointment and places your project in our workflow.
It is nonrefundable and applied to your final project total.

3. In-Studio Custom Design Meeting (1 hour)

This is where creativity happens!
We’ll talk shapes, textures, metals, measurements, heirloom materials (if applicable), and stones.

We’ll sketch, try on samples, look at finishes, and refine the direction of your design.

4. Stone Sourcing & Gem Viewing (Optional)

If your project involves gems, we’ll review stones together, like Montana sapphires, antique diamonds, unique cuts…you name it! We work with partners like Columbia Gem House and Misfit Diamonds to ensure that your gem choices are ethical and exactly what you want for your piece.

5. CAD or Wax Model Review

We’ll meet again to look at 3D renderings or wax models.
This is where we confirm proportions, shapes, and final details before casting.

Small adjustments are made here if needed.

6. Casting, Setting & Hand Finishing

Your piece is carved, cast in recycled precious metal, lovingly refined, and set with precision.
This step usually takes 8–12 weeks depending on the season and complexity.

You’ll receive updates at meaningful milestones, enough to be exciting but not overwhelming!

7. Final Pick-Up

This is the best part.
We’ll walk you through care instructions, insurance recommendations, and a cleaning schedule to keep your piece sparkling for generations.

We can wrap it up beautifully for you to give to a loved one or keep safe.

The Gold Dust Promise:

Warm, personal, intentional, one-on-one craftsmanship… every single time.