Planning your commission
Budgets and timescales for bespoke jewellery
The design, gemstones and precious metal all influence the quotation and schedule. Christopher discusses these choices with you before you commit to making a piece.
Budget and timescale
What to expect
Budget
Every commission is individually considered and quoted. Your budget helps Christopher guide the scale, gemstones, precious metal and design choices from the outset. Those decisions are discussed openly, and you will receive a clear quotation before you approve the design and making begins.
You do not need to know what each element should cost before the first conversation.
Timescale
The time required depends on the design, gemstone sourcing and complexity of the piece. If it is intended for a proposal, anniversary or other important date, tell Christopher at the first conversation. Starting early gives the best choice and allows the piece to be designed and made without unnecessary pressure.
A realistic schedule will be discussed before you commit.
Your choices
What shapes the quotation
The scale of the piece, gemstone choices, precious metal and complexity of the design are considered together. Christopher helps you understand how each decision fits the budget you have in mind.
Important dates
A schedule discussed before commitment
Tell Christopher about a proposal, anniversary or other important date at the first conversation. A deadline is not accepted until it has been discussed and agreed.
Common questions
Planning questions
How is my commission priced?
Every commission is individually quoted. Your budget helps guide the gemstones, scale, precious metal and design choices, with a clear quotation agreed before making begins.
How long will a commission take?
Timescales vary with the design, gemstone sourcing and complexity. If you have an important date in mind, mention it at the first conversation and begin as early as practical.