Bespoke Enquiries

At Frederick Grove we welcome bespoke commissions: whether you envision an entirely new creation, or wish us to adapt one of our existing designs, we are here to bring your vision to life. Please note that our bespoke service carries a minimum commissioning value of £2,000 reflecting the time, craftsmanship and care required to design and hand make a truly unique piece. 

That said, if you love one of our existing designs, we can often accommodate smaller modifications (for example, changing the gemstone, metal, or subtle stylistic details) at a lower cost making customisation accessible without full bespoke commitment. If you'd like to explore bespoke or customised options, simply fill in our inquiry form and we’ll be delighted to work with you to craft a piece as individual as you.

 

The Process

 

Bespoke Form

Above is our bespoke form with some important and detailed questions to help us get an understanding of what you're after and will prepare us for the consultation.

 

Consultation 

Once you've submitted your bespoke form we will be in touch to arrange a consultation either in our East London Showroom or over the phone/Face time. 

We will discuss the concept, design idea, metals make recommendations and bounce some ideas around for your commission.

Click the LINK to visit our gemstone suppliers to find a stone that speaks to you, please note that our suppliers specifically deal with trade, if you find a stone you like, forward the link to ourselves and we will be able to supply you more details.

 

Deposit

Once the the design and quotation have been approved, a 50% deposit is taken to secure your place within our workshop schedule and book in your production slot.

 

Design

Following the consultation, we begin developing the design through sketches and 3D wax carving.

At this stage we're able to work together on tweaking and modifying the design.

Production

Each piece is handcrafted by Fred in our East London studio using traditional Jewellery making techniques.

Cast in house using the loss wax casting.

Hallmarking

Once the your piece is finished, it's sent off to the assay office to be tested and stamped with a hallmark, the hallmark is a code consisting of the designers initials - metal symbol - metal code - assay office symbol - year symbol.

 

Completion 

Once completed, the piece is boxes up in our bespoke packaging and the remaining balance is settled on collection.

We offer a resize included in the purchase of the bespoke piece.

 

Timeline

Typical lead times are between 6-10 weeks from the deposit being placed. 

The time varies depending on the complexity of the piece.

 

Please be aware that we are happy to accept reference images but we will not replicate other artists designs. We also are not able to use metals and stones that we have not sourced our selves.

 *If you are ordering a ring to be shipped outside of the UK please be aware that you will be responsible for any tax incurred by the shipping*