Ditto.Date: 1/6/2009 7:24:03 PM
Author: neatfreak
I''d be annoyed if it was a close friend or someone I saw everyday, especially if their intent was to do the same thing but ''better'' (i.e., a friend wanted to replicate my ring but was sure to mention that hers would be a full carat). That would annoy me to no end.
But someone on PS? No problem and I would be flattered. I expect it when I post my things that someone might like it and want to copy it. And I have certainly drawn inspiration from others here too.
LMAO - Can I order a set to go in a 6.25?Date: 1/6/2009 7:31:46 PM
Author: swingirl
Uh oh!! I hope YOU don''t mind because I love your rings so much if I ever get the money I''m calling Leon and telling him to make me everything Harriet has in a 5.75!!! JK
Ditto, ditto. Well said ladies.Date: 1/6/2009 7:28:06 PM
Author: 777_LDY
Ditto.Date: 1/6/2009 7:24:03 PM
Author: neatfreak
I''d be annoyed if it was a close friend or someone I saw everyday, especially if their intent was to do the same thing but ''better'' (i.e., a friend wanted to replicate my ring but was sure to mention that hers would be a full carat). That would annoy me to no end.
But someone on PS? No problem and I would be flattered. I expect it when I post my things that someone might like it and want to copy it. And I have certainly drawn inspiration from others here too.
How should you feel is exactly how you do feel. Does that make sense? You know, own your feelings because you are entitled to them... To each their own...
I'm in a similar camp:Date: 1/6/2009 7:59:47 PM
Author: cara
If someone I knew closely IRL got my ring, because they had seen it on me, it might be a little weird. If there were other weirdnesses in our relationship, I might be annoyed or pissed at that person. But someone on PS? I think that is fair, appropriate use of ps! Be inspired by others' baubles!
Ditto. NF always says what I think, LOL!!!Date: 1/6/2009 7:24:03 PM
Author: neatfreak
I''d be annoyed if it was a close friend or someone I saw everyday, especially if their intent was to do the same thing but ''better'' (i.e., a friend wanted to replicate my ring but was sure to mention that hers would be a full carat). That would annoy me to no end.
But someone on PS? No problem and I would be flattered. I expect it when I post my things that someone might like it and want to copy it. And I have certainly drawn inspiration from others here too.
Indeed, but start marketing your copy of Tiffany''s latest cut and I think you''ll find it costs you a pretty penny!Date: 1/6/2009 8:10:03 PM
Author: LostSapphire
I''m in a similar camp:Date: 1/6/2009 7:59:47 PM
Author: cara
If someone I knew closely IRL got my ring, because they had seen it on me, it might be a little weird. If there were other weirdnesses in our relationship, I might be annoyed or pissed at that person. But someone on PS? I think that is fair, appropriate use of ps! Be inspired by others'' baubles!
1. If it is someone really close to me, ie: I''d see them flaunt it in front of my face all the time, that would really tick me off. Yanno those kinds of people who copy everything you do? Yes they''re annoying as all heck but not much you can do about it.
2. But posted on the internet? No worries.
There is no such thing as a truly ''original'' design. All design is a compilation of elements out there in nature, architecture, art, etc.
If someone copied the blueberry? Help yourself. (I believe, in fact, someone has had WF quote them the cost of doing the same ring). Mine will always be unique to me as the sapphire is not easily replicated.
Don''t ever want someone to copy your custom ring? Then don''t post pics of it anywhere, especially on a diamond forum.
That being said, I understand SG''s initial reaction to the posting on the other thread. But hopefully she''ll come to see that no ill will was intended, no one is ''stalking'' her ring, and the poster was elated at how it turned out. She was so complimentary to SG''s original ring, I don''t think there was any evil intent involved at all.
Where I DO take issue, however, is with the jeweller.....IMO he was out of line to provide a ''copy'' without at least trying to speak to his original CLIENT first about it, or, to strongly suggest some modifications to make the ''copy'' unique to the second client.
LS
Ditto.Date: 1/6/2009 7:24:03 PM
Author: neatfreak
I''d be annoyed if it was a close friend or someone I saw everyday, especially if their intent was to do the same thing but ''better'' (i.e., a friend wanted to replicate my ring but was sure to mention that hers would be a full carat). That would annoy me to no end.
But someone on PS? No problem and I would be flattered. I expect it when I post my things that someone might like it and want to copy it. And I have certainly drawn inspiration from others here too.
Yes now that I know what this is all about I agree.Date: 1/6/2009 8:17:52 PM
Author: Pandora II
Indeed, but start marketing your copy of Tiffany''s latest cut and I think you''ll find it costs you a pretty penny!Date: 1/6/2009 8:10:03 PM
Author: LostSapphire
I''m in a similar camp:Date: 1/6/2009 7:59:47 PM
Author: cara
If someone I knew closely IRL got my ring, because they had seen it on me, it might be a little weird. If there were other weirdnesses in our relationship, I might be annoyed or pissed at that person. But someone on PS? I think that is fair, appropriate use of ps! Be inspired by others'' baubles!
1. If it is someone really close to me, ie: I''d see them flaunt it in front of my face all the time, that would really tick me off. Yanno those kinds of people who copy everything you do? Yes they''re annoying as all heck but not much you can do about it.
2. But posted on the internet? No worries.
There is no such thing as a truly ''original'' design. All design is a compilation of elements out there in nature, architecture, art, etc.
If someone copied the blueberry? Help yourself. (I believe, in fact, someone has had WF quote them the cost of doing the same ring). Mine will always be unique to me as the sapphire is not easily replicated.
Don''t ever want someone to copy your custom ring? Then don''t post pics of it anywhere, especially on a diamond forum.
That being said, I understand SG''s initial reaction to the posting on the other thread. But hopefully she''ll come to see that no ill will was intended, no one is ''stalking'' her ring, and the poster was elated at how it turned out. She was so complimentary to SG''s original ring, I don''t think there was any evil intent involved at all.
Where I DO take issue, however, is with the jeweller.....IMO he was out of line to provide a ''copy'' without at least trying to speak to his original CLIENT first about it, or, to strongly suggest some modifications to make the ''copy'' unique to the second client.
LS
The point you make about the jeweller is extremely important - I don''t know of many who are prepared to produce exact copies. The fact that in the case referred to the original client is not someone who happened to drop in one day and he never saw again, but someone he knows well and who has referred people to him - makes things far worse.
Completely agree!!! Who cares, seriously. . . Life is too short.Date: 1/6/2009 7:49:59 PM
Author: coatimundi
I thought about it, and in the end, I'm flattered. Look at the Van Craeynest thread--2 posters have the same lovely set, and couldn't be happier for each other--they have fun comparing notes. I actually want that set myself--haha.![]()
As long as it's not my own copyrighted design/work--it's fair game.
Yes, you are right on the point re: Tiffany's. IF it's a true 'copy' (which can be sometimes subjective), and, who owns the rights to it if it's not copyrighted?Date: 1/6/2009 8:17:52 PM
Author: Pandora II
Indeed, but start marketing your copy of Tiffany's latest cut and I think you'll find it costs you a pretty penny!
The point you make about the jeweller is extremely important - I don't know of many who are prepared to produce exact copies. The fact that in the case referred to the original client is not someone who happened to drop in one day and he never saw again, but someone he knows well and who has referred people to him - makes things far worse.
Date: 1/6/2009 8:38:33 PM
Author: kennedy
The difference (and, to me, it's a pretty big one) here is that the original owner did not design this ring. She stumbled upon it in a jewelry store. No one knows who the designer is -- there may well be other copies out there manufactured by the original designer/jeweler.