Saturday, November 17, 2007

Design Your Own Custom Jewelry

Design Your Own Jewelry at Payne's Custom Jewelry

Would you like your own jewelry design created in gold or silver? Yes you can have handmade jewelry that you design. Jewelry that is as individual as you are. Or a custom ring or pendant to give as a gift to someone you love.

All of this is made possible at Payne's Custom Jewelry. I am a custom jeweler and my web site Payne's Custom Jewelry has been online since 1999. I have been making unique custom jewelry for my customers for over 20 years.

Your jewelry design can be either a ring, pendant, pin or bracelet. The unique piece can be made in sterling silver or yellow or white gold. Any gemstones you choose can be included in the design.

Email me at tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will give you a free price quote based on your unique jewelry design ideas.

Your comments or questions about custom jewelry are always welcome!

Thursday, November 01, 2007

Custom Dinosaur Poop Pendant in Sterling Silver now on Ebay

Unique custom pendant in sterling silver

Custom Sterling Silver Dino Poop Pendant now on Ebay
I currently have this unique handmade pendant made with fossilized dinosaur coprolite, commonly know as poop, for sale on Ebay. There are ten days until this auction ends.
I would like you to buy this pendant. The starting bid is only $1.00.


Let me explain why it's a good idea for you to do this.

This is a piece of beautiful jewelry that is totally unique. There isn't another like it in the world! It is handmade by me and not mass produced.

custom made sterling silver pendant with chain
The designer cut gemstone was expertly cut from rough material I purchased on Ebay. I looked months for the best quality rough stone to buy. This gemstone is fossilized coprolite, or poop, from a dinosaur that lived millions of years ago in Utah. The beautiful red and white color stone has a mirror polish.

This unique pendant is made with sterling silver which is a precious metal.

This piece would make the perfect gift for someone who has everything.

A 20 inch solid rope sterling silver 2.2 mm diameter chain is included in this auction.

Thanks for checking out my custom jewelry blog and Ebay auction.

This is a direct link to my Ebay auction.

custom sterling silver dino poop pendant

Your comments are welcome!





Thursday, October 18, 2007

The Price of Gold Hits 10 Year High

Gold Price Hits a 10 Year High

Gold closed at around $764 an ounce today which is a 10 year high for the metal. What should you do? Invest in gold bars? Probably not.


Why not make a piece of custom jewelry for yourself using old jewelry you already have? You can also use gemstones in your design if you like. Or, if you don't have any scrap gold laying around you can have your custom ring or pendant made in sterling silver. It costs much less and is still a precious metal. Jewelry has been made in silver for thousands of years.





Go ahead and treat yourself to a gift of gold or silver custom jewelry and don't worry about the high prices of gold. It will always come down.

Contact jewelry designer Tony Payne at Payne's Custom Jewelry to have your own ring or pendant designed.


Your comments are welcome!

Sunday, October 14, 2007

Ten Good Reasons Custom Jewelry Makes the Perfect Gift









10 Good Reasons Unique Custom Jewelry Makes the Perfect Gift


1. Custom jewelry is as individual as the wearer because there is nothing like it in the world.
2. It will have special meaning to its owner whether it is for yourself or given as a gift.
3. The jewelry design can be a ring, pendant, pin or bracelet, depending on what works best for you.
4. There is great value in a small package because handmade jewelry is created with a precious metal and can contain gemstones.
5. Custom jewelry will last forever and can be handed down through generations.
6. Unique artisan jewelry is made by hand and not mass produced like the selection you find in most jewelry stores.
7. If you want multiple copies of your design this can also be done using a rubber mold of the original piece.
8. If you have a jewelry design you want, but couldn't find it anywhere, the only way to make it a reality is to have it custom made.
9. Custom jewelry sets you apart from the crowd and can make you a fashion trend setter.
10. If you ordered custom jewelry from Payne's Custom Jewelry it would be greatly appreciated by me and would make the wearer a very happy person.


To have unique custom jewelry made the way you want it, contact me, Tony Payne, at tony@paynesjewelry.com . I will give you a free price quote based on your jewelry design.

Monday, October 01, 2007

Custom Jewelry Made Using Your Stones and Gold

Wax model of custom pendant with gemstones laid in place



Unique Custom Jewelry Created Using Your Gemstones and Gold




I recently made a custom pendant for a customer and she requested I use her gold and stones in the design. She sent me a picture of the pendant design and stone layout she wanted. My estimate was for the labor on the carving and casting as well as the stone setting. She provided all the materials needed to make the pendant.

Finished wax model of custom gemstone pendant

If you have gemstones and scrap gold you would like to have made into a new custom piece just let me know what you would like and I'll send you a free price quote based on your design and materials. My email address is tony@paynesjewelry.com . Your custom jewelry can be a unique ring, pendant or pin.

Below is a picture of the finished custom gold pendant with gemstones. For more information about how custom jewelry is made and to see more examples of my work go to my website Payne's Custom Jewelry .


 Finished Custom Pendant with Gemstones

Thursday, September 06, 2007


Unique Custom Snake Ring in Sterling Silver

I think one of best gifts in the world is unique custom jewelry. Whether it is for yourself, or someone special, handmade jewelry, created especially for you, has exceptional lasting value. Designer jewelry can last forever. This handcrafted jewelry might be worn everyday or just on special occasions. Your unique design can include gemstones or be precious metal alone. Sterling silver, gold or platinum are the metals I use to make your ring or pendant.

Pictured above and at the bottom is a heavy gents sterling silver cobra ring I recently made for a customer. The top of the ring is antiqued to make the snake design stand out nicely. Below is the wax model of the ring before it was cast in sterling silver.


Send me an email at tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will send you a free price quote based on your jewelry design. To see more of my unique jewelry designs you can go to Payne's Custom Jewelry.





Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Unique Artisan Jewelry by Payne's Custom Jewelry

unique artisan sterling silver pendants

Unique Custom Sterling Silver Pull Tab Pendants

Pictured above is a pair of unique custom made pull tab pendants done in sterling silver for a customer of mine recently. Below is a picture of the sketch I provided for her approval before the wax model was carved.


sketch of custom pendants

If you would like a unique handmade custom ring or pendant, that you design, send me an email to tony@paynesjewelry.com with your specifications and I will send you a free price quote. I have been making custom jewelry for my customers for over 25 years. Your designer jewelry can be made in sterling silver, gold or platinum. Any gemstones you desire can be used in the design.


wax models used to make custom jewelry

Pictured above are the completed wax models of the pendants before they were cast in sterling silver. To view examples of my custom work and a description of the jewelry making process visit my web site at Payne's Custom Jewelry.

Friday, August 03, 2007

Custom Designed White Gold Bulldog Ring from Payne's Custom Jewelry




custom dog ring in white gold with blue diamond eyes
Unique Custom Bulldog Ring

Pictured above is a custom bulldog ring I recently made for a customer of mine. It is handmade in white gold and the dog has genuine blue diamond eyes. This ring was designed from a picture my customer sent of a particular dog. Below is the sketch I sent to her for her approval.

sketch of custom dog ring

After I received her OK, I carved a wax model of the design.


Wax model of custom dog ring


The custom ring was cast in white gold using the lost wax casting method. It was then filed, sanded and polished to get the desired high polish finish. The two natural blue diamonds were then set for the eyes.


unique custom bulldog ring with blue diamond eyes

If you would like me to make you a unique custom ring or pendant send an email to tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will send you a free price quote based on your custom jewelry design. You can visit my web site at Payne's Custom Jewelry for more examples of my custom jewelry creations.



Wednesday, July 25, 2007

Unique Custom Jewelry from Payne's Custom Jewelry

14 Karat yellow gold thunderbird custom pendant
Unique Custom Jewelry made just for You


If you have ever wanted a totally unique piece of custom jewelry, now is the time to have it made. Why wear jewelry that looks like everyone elses? I can make your custom ring, pin or pendant according to your wishes in either sterling silver, gold or platinum. Any gemstones of your choice can be included in your design. Visit my website, Payne's Custom Jewelry, for more examples of my custom jewelry and a detailed explanation of how I make custom jewelry using the lost wax method.


unique sterling silver custom pendant

Pictured are examples of some of my recent custom jewelry designs I made for my Internet customers. Send me an email to tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will send you a free custom jewelry price quote based on your jewelry design ideas.


Unique custom designed gold US flag pin with genuine rubies, sapphires and diamonds

Monday, June 11, 2007

Custom Jewelry made by Payne's Custom Jewelry

Custom Jewelry Designed for You by Payne's Custom Jewelry

Pictured above is a unique custom designed music note ring made in sterling silver for a recent Internet customer of mine. I can make unique custom rings, pendants or pins for you in sterling silver or gold. Your design can also include any gemstones of your choice.

custom jewelry - sterling silver minature forceps pin

Above is a sterling silver pin I did recently for a client of mine who is a nurse. This pin is in the design of miniature forceps and is another example of the types of custom jewelry I can make for you.


custom designed championship ring

This unique championship ring was designed in 10 karat yellow gold and set with round stones. If you would like a custom ring, pin or pendant just email me at tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will give you a free price quote on your jewelry design.

Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Unique Custom Designed Gold Pin from Payne's Custom Jewelry



Custom Designed 14 Karat Yellow Gold Angel Pin

Pictured is a custom made 14 karat yellow gold angel pin. This unique pin was recently designed for an Internet customer of mine. If you would like a custom pin, ring or pendant made email me at tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will give you a free price quote based on your custom jewelry design. I can make your jewelry piece in either sterling silver or 10 karat or 14 karat gold. Please visit my web site at Payne's Custom Jewelry to see more examples of my custom jewelry and a description of how custom jewelry is made.


Wednesday, May 09, 2007

Gents Custom Designed Sun Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold from Payne's Custom Jewelry



Gents Custom Made Gold Sun Ring


Pictured is a 14 karat yellow gold custom designed gents sun ring. I made this recently for a customer. If you have a unique jewelry design you want created in sterling silver or gold send me an email at tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will give you a free price quote based on your design ideas.

I have been making custom jewelry for over 20 years and have had a custom jewelry web site for over eight years. I create unique jewelry that you design. Jewelry that will last a lifetime. Beauty with a story is what I like to call it.




Thursday, May 03, 2007

Custom Sterling Silver Pendant Created by Payne's Custom Jewelry



Unique Custom Sterling Silver Pendant

Pictured is a custom designed sterling silver pendant. It contains a genuine round blue sapphire in the design.

I can make unique custom jewelry based on your design ideas. Your custom ring or pendant can be made in sterling silver, gold or platinum. The stones of your choice can be included in the design. Email me at tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will give you a free price quote based on your design ideas.

Why wear jewelry that looks like what everyone else has on? Treat yourself, or some one you love, to a gift that you help create. Unique custom jewelry that will last a lifetime.


Saturday, March 17, 2007

Custom Jewelry in Sterling Silver by Payne's Custom Jewelry



Custom Jewelry Designed by Tony Payne

Pictured is a recent custom jewelry design I did for an Internet customer of mine. It is a unique sterling silver double heart pendant with initials. For more amazing custom jewelry creations visit my newly updated website at Payne's Custom Jewelry. It is one of two custom jewelry websites I have on the Internet. This site also contains unique handmade custom jewelry that is for sale.


If you would like a custom designed ring, pendant or pin contact me at tony@paynesjewelry.com for a free price quote based on your design ideas. You can wear unique jewelry that you design that no one else has! Your custom piece can be made in either sterling silver, gold or platinum. The gemstones of your choice, such as diamonds, opal or CZs, can be used in the design.

Tuesday, February 27, 2007

Custom Africa Pendant made in Sterling Silver


Unique Handcrafted Africa Pendant


This Africa custom pendant I recently made for an Internet customer of mine. This unique handcrafted pendant was done in sterling silver and is two inches tall and weighs 23.5 grams.



Have you looked everywhere for that special piece of jewelry and can't find what you want? Are you tired of wearing the same jewelry everyone else is wearing? Let Payne's Custom Jewelry help you make your own fashion statement by creating the custom jewelry you've always wanted. You can wear unique designer jewelry that no one else in the world has!


I have been making unique custom jewelry for over 25 years and use the lost wax casting method to make my jewelry. Each ring or pendant is first hand carved in wax and then cast in the precious metal of your choice.


Email me at tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will give you a free price quote based on your jewelry design ideas. I can send a sketch of the design, for your approval, before any work begins. I will email you pictures of the progress on the wax model of your custom ring or pendant.

My labor charge is based on the complexity of the design and starts at $150 for custom pendants and $250 for rings. I can make your jewelry in either sterling silver, yellow or white gold or platinum. The prices for the metal are based on current market conditions. I can use any gemstones you like in the design.






Saturday, February 17, 2007

Unique Custom Designed Sterling Silver Pendant


Unique Handmade Custom Jewelry
This is a unique custom jewelry piece I recently completed for an Internet customer of mine. It is an arm wrestling pendant done in sterling silver. If you would like a unique custom jewelry piece made to your specifications contact me at tony@paynesjewelry.com and I will give you a free price quote based on your custom jewelry ideas. Your jewelry can be either a ring, pendant or pin and can be made in either sterling silver, gold or platinum. Gemstones of your choice can be included in the design. Imagine having a unique custom ring or pendant made accoring to your wishes. Check out my web site at Payne's Custom Jewelry to see more examples of my custom work and a description of how custom jewelry is made.

Friday, February 02, 2007

Unique Custom Jewelry Created by Payne's Custom Jewelry


Custom Jewelry made for You
This is a recent custom designed sterling silver pendant I did for an Internet customer of mine. The background has a hammered texture and is also antiqued.
If you would like a custom jewelry piece made that you design, contact me at tony@paynesjewelry.com . I will give you a free price quote based on your custom jewelry needs.
Your custom ring or pendant can be handmade in either sterling silver, 10 or 14 karat gold, or platinum. Diamonds or other gemstones can be included in your design. I can even use your stones to make a new unique designer piece for you. Please visit my web site at Payne's Custom Jewelry to see more examples of my custom jewelry work.