Sneak peek! AVC with custom design by Green Lake Jewelry...

[Dougsgirl]

OK everyone... This is JUST a sneak peek!! I am actually sending the ring back because they are going to redo the daisy design on the basket. They are also going to send me the custom wedding band (6-stone, u-cut, made with my 15pt. diamonds from my original wedding ring.) SO... this is just the preview... But I couldn't wait any longer to share it!!

Here are the stats...

The center stone is a 1.87ct August Vintage Cushion by Good old Gold. It is J color and SI1 clarity.
The setting is a custom design based of a million online pictures, plus my love for vintage, plus the suggestions of my designer at Green Lake Jewelry Design in Seattle, Washington. I wanted a SUBTLE halo (one that I wouldn't get "tired" of) and that was slightly angled (thanks to the suggestions of PSers). I wanted a partial split shank, and double claw prongs. I also wanted a partial eternity band. And on the sides of the basket there is a small "daisy" that has sentimental value for me. My mom's favorite flower is a daisy and she had daisies embroidered on her wedding dress. Also... the very first flowers my husband (then my BF) ever gave me were a bouquet of white daisies. So... I wanted them on my "heirloom" ring. There is a tiny diamond in the center of each daisy, and there are tiny diamonds on the posts next to the daisies. I can't remember how many diamonds are in the whole setting, but it's almost .5 ct total. And it is set in platinum. The halo is 1mm wide and the diamonds are set in a French-cut pave.

I am having the daisies redone because they are very hard to see, and I don't feel like you can actually tell what they are unless you already know.

There is engraving on the inside of the band "D&A 1994 MK. 10:9" That is for my husband's and my name, the year of our wedding, and a scripture verse that it meaningful to us. "Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate."

The wedding band will be made of diamonds that were from my husband's grandmother. When I get the finished ring back, and the wedding band, I will post a "Finished!" thread!!

Thanks for looking... and thank you SO much for all of your suggestions along the way!!!

Cheers!
Amy






And I will post a few more...

 

[Dougsgirl]

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Can't wait to see the finished product! I am so sad to have to take it off my finger and send it back!!

 

[purplesilk]

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Gorgeous AVC!!! It looks perfect on your finger!!!

 

[lknvrb4]

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Gorgeous, but I see what you mean about the daisy on the profile, hard to tell what it is. Hopefully it turns out perfect for you the second time!

 

[yennyfire]

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I think that you nailed it, though it do agree with you about the daisies. It's gorgeous and is going to be TDF with the band you're having made! I can't wait to see your "Finished" post!

 

[Enerchi]

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AAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!





Oh Dougsgirl!!! That is amazing!! Its beyond beautiful - gorgeous stone and setting - love it all! Yes, I see what you mean about the daisy not being as obvious as intended. Good for you for the strength and willpower to send it back to be adjusted. You are a strong woman to part with that gorgeous ring again! Wow - I'd be hovering over the bench pushing them "is it done yet, is it done yet????"

Congrats and looking forward to the "finished" thread!!

 

[backwardsandinheels]

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Wow, can't wait to see! Those rings will represent so much family and love.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

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Beautiful!!! When I saw Greenlake in the title, I was expecting to see more metal and engraving! So this was a surprise! But I LOVE halo's on AVC's, so you made a very nice choice. Agree with the others that the daisy doesn't look like one! I think they need to have space between each petal to know that it is a daisy. Plus, it would be more open. Oh, and wonderful verse to engrave!

 

[Deactivated member 42515]

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Wow! Wow! Wow! You finally got it and now you gotta send it back?! You're so strong! I would be like gimme gimmeee! Your ring turned out beautifullllll!!! This is one of my favorite styles, if not my favorite! I absolutely LOVE the size of the split shank and of course you can't go wrong with an AVC!
Did I miss it, did you say how much longer you have to wait after you send it back to Greenlake?
Seeing your threads always remind me of high school and going to Greenlake and jogging with my pals!

 

[Laila619]

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It's absolutely beautiful!! Definitely see what you mean about the daisies though. Could they maybe just engrave a daisy/floral pattern on the shank instead of having them in the gallery?

 

[movie zombie]

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i am notorious for not liking halos.....but this one is gorgous, especially on you. the daisies are a wonderful and unique touch. i like the shape of your center stone....it gives wonderful coverage on your finger!

 

[Dougsgirl]

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I think they need to have space between each petal to know that it is a daisy. Plus, it would be more open.

Yes... This is exactly what we are trying to accomplish now. It is hard to imagine, based on the pictures, how TINY this daisy really is! This ring is a size 4.25, and based on my crude measurements, the daisy is MAYBE 2.5 to 3mm wide at it's widest point. It is ITTY BITTY! With that being said, in the CAD version of this first daisy, it LOOKED like there was more space between the petals. But in reality, there is only a tiny space between the petal tips, and the rest of the petals look more like they are "drawn" or engraved in. You literally need a magnifying glass to see the detail! I can't even capture it well in a photo.

So the new CAD shows more distinct petals with more space between them. A more "simple" version of a daisy. And I don't need it to be the "show stopper" (because you really can't see it at all unless I turn the ring almost upside-down) but I DO want to be able to tell what it is. It is like my little "peek a boo" surprise that is just for ME. LOL

And yes... I also agree that most of what is on Green Lake's website is very modern with lots of metal and engraving. But when I actually went to their showroom I was blown away by the variety and quality of their work! I think they are really unique because I believe the customer is the ultimate designer and they strive to create the vision that the customer has.
I think they did a beautiful job bringing my vision to life.. and believe me, I went in about 100 different directions from the time we started until the finished product! And if we can get the daisy right... I think it will be perfect!

I chose Green Lake before I had spent much time on this site. They are fairly close to me (4 hour drive) and they advertised "design your own" rings on the website. So I created a "my design page" on their website and started collecting photos of rings I liked. Then one of the designers began communicating with me, and the process began... Now, of course, after seeing all the beautiful pave/halo designs on this site... I wonder if I would have chosen a designer who specializes in that?? Leon perhaps? But I have determined I am NOT going to second-guess myself and "compare" my ring to the others on this board! I will drive myself crazy nitpicking the details!

My ring is stunning and captivating in real life... and unlike ANYTHING I have seen EXCEPT here on PS!! LOL You guys are going to be the death of me...

I don't think I will have to wait TOO long to get the final rings back. The wedding band is finished and they are holding it for me until this ring is complete and I can have them both appraised before they ship them back to me. Hopefully only 2 weeks max?? It is HARD to want to let it go again...

THEN... once I get them back, we can determine if the rings look good together, or if they are better being worn separately. If together... I will need your help on a spacer ring!! (I have some ideas... but that's another story! )

Thank you SO much for all of the positive feedback!!
You guys are the best!!!

-- Amy

 

[madelise]

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Wow, that's beautiful! What size do you wear? That looks so much bigger than it's carat weight! It looks like a good 3.5-4 carats on you!

 

[Dougsgirl]

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Wow, that's beautiful! What size do you wear? That looks so much bigger than it's carat weight! It looks like a good 3.5-4 carats on you!

Sweet!! LOL And thank you!
This ring is a 4.25. It definitely helps having small fingers!

 

[mrssalvo]

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wow, it's beautiful!!

 

[madelise]

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Wow, that's beautiful! What size do you wear? That looks so much bigger than it's carat weight! It looks like a good 3.5-4 carats on you!

Sweet!! LOL And thank you!
This ring is a 4.25. It definitely helps having small fingers!

Geez I'm so jealous of you teeny ladies on PS! lol!!! It looks amazing on you

 

[ariel144]

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I love it! That ring is beautiful and oh those AVC's!

 

[Dougsgirl]

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Thanks everyone! I finally took it to FedEx today to ship it back...
Hopefully I won't have to wait TOO long!! My finger is naked.

 

[Enerchi]

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Oh I hope you don't have to wait too long either - I'd be heart broken to be away from that gorgeous ring any longer than necessary!! Think you could just ship yourself along with it and be there to push them along??? "is it done yet? is it done yet?" - you know, like the kids say on a car ride, "Are we THERE yet?"

You have a beautiful ring and it is just amazing. Can't wait to see it along with your new wedding band

 

[Deactivated member 42515]

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Goodbyyyyye ring! Hope you have a safe journey! And when you come back we shall love you and smother you with compliments!

 

[Dougsgirl]

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Oh I hope you don't have to wait too long either - I'd be heart broken to be away from that gorgeous ring any longer than necessary!! Think you could just ship yourself along with it and be there to push them along??? "is it done yet? is it done yet?" - you know, like the kids say on a car ride, "Are we THERE yet?"

You have a beautiful ring and it is just amazing. Can't wait to see it along with your new wedding band

Goodbyyyyye ring! Hope you have a safe journey! And when you come back we shall love you and smother you with compliments!

You guys are so sweet!!
Comments like those are what makes it so fun being part of this site. Thank you for making me smile!!

 

[alene]

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Wow, the final product is even more beautiful than i expected! Love the gallery view with the daisy!

 

[woofmama]

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Great sneak peek Dougsgirl! What a beautiful ring & your AVC looks huge I love the daisys but also agree they could be more well defined. Can't wait to see the final product!

 

[stbms82]

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I absolutely adore your ring! Although, I might be biased because it reminds me so much of my own!
https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-2-02ct-old-mine-halo-reset-upgrade.177417/
I can't wait to see the daisy detail once you get it back. So beautiful & sentimental!


ETA: Oh my gosh, this is the first time I've been on here in a couple months & I just saw that you commented on my thread earlier this month! So sweet of you to say you would've used my rings as one of your inspiration pics.. especially because as soon as I saw your ring, I was jealous of the extra details you added! I guess we probably should've just gone to a designer together...

Congrats on your beauty!!

 

[Dougsgirl]

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I absolutely adore your ring! Although, I might be biased because it reminds me so much of my own!
https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-2-02ct-old-mine-halo-reset-upgrade.177417/
I can't wait to see the daisy detail once you get it back. So beautiful & sentimental!


ETA: Oh my gosh, this is the first time I've been on here in a couple months & I just saw that you commented on my thread earlier this month! So sweet of you to say you would've used my rings as one of your inspiration pics.. especially because as soon as I saw your ring, I was jealous of the extra details you added! I guess we probably should've just gone to a designer together...

Congrats on your beauty!!

Thank you so much!! I was just looking at the most recent pictures that you posted of your ring... sigh... and HOPING that mine turns out as perfect and stunning!!! You and your designer did such a magnificent job! It really is my very favorite style... I guess we just both have amazing taste!

I am still waiting for my ring to be done... Hopefully I will have it around the 6th of October. The waiting is hard.
Thank you for your sweet comments, and for sharing your beautiful ring with us!!