Have you ever wanted your idea or drawing turned into something you can wear? This is the place where your vision will become a unique piece of jewelry, sculpted and forged just for you!
Conceptualizing an idea and bringing it to life takes a lot of time, creativity, and supplies. You can read more about how it is made below.
This listing custom design pricing covers the cost of designing it as well as the physical supplies and final piece (silver/wax/mold/research to create accurate depiction/time for drawing it).
All custom pieces are cast in Sterling Silver. You will receive photos of the design before it is cast to ensure you get the perfect piece.
✦FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO START THE CUSTOM DESIGN PROCESS✦
1.) Contact me by clicking on the "Message Seller" button in the upper right side of this listing BEFORE PURCHASING THIS LISTING
2.) After I have responded back which is usually within a few hours, I will ask you to purchase this listing to begin.
3.) Add the listing to your cart and hit the "Buy Button". Now your custom dream jewelry is in the works! Yes, it's happening and it's going to be SO AWESOME!
✦ HOW IT'S MADE ✦
First and foremost, I do an extensive amount of research to both understand what I am making and to ensure that the design is accurate. This is extremely important when making molecular structures and other S.T.E.M. related designs.
Next, a computerized image of the design is made and used to create a 3D printed wax model.
The wax model is used to create a mold that is used for casting metal. This process is known as The Lost Wax Method of casting.
The wax is placed inside a steel cylinder. The cylinder is filled with an investment mold material that resembles plaster. After the investment properly sets, the cylinder is placed into a kiln and is brought up to 1,310 degrees in order to burn out the wax (hence the term Lost Wax).
After the wax melts out, the cylinder is removed from the kiln and placed on a vacuum table machine to get all traces of moisture & air bubbles out. Then, molten metal is poured into the mold to replace the space where the wax once was. When the newly cast piece is slightly cool, it is quenched in water so the investment returns to a clay-like state and is easily removed from the newly cast pieces.
Each piece is polished to a brilliant silver shine! 18k Gold and 18k Rose Gold finishing is also available.
Molecular Motifs owns the rights to every design. Molecular Motifs will not share it with anyone else.
✦ TIME FRAME ✦
CONTACT ME FOR TURN-AROUND TIMES.
✦ PACKAGING ✦
I package each pendant in a jewelry envelope with an art card. Inside, you will find your pendant within a velvet jewelry pouch for safe keeping. All my jewelry is ready for gift giving-no extra wrapping required! All packaging is Earth-Friendly and made from recycled paper♻️.
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Colors can vary on different monitors; please keep this in mind when viewing my jewelry.
✦ SHIPPING ✦
All custom orders within the US SHIP FREE! You will be emailed a tracking number once your package has been sent out. Delivery takes 2-5 days from the moment I send out your jewelry.
I also offer shipping for International Orders. Shipping charges may vary based on location. You can see the cost of shipping by placing this listing in your cart.
✦ABOUT THE ARTIST✦
Molecular Motifs is a culmination of my passion for science, art and metalsmithing. I am a certified Art and Special Education teacher and have my B.F.A. in Mixed Media and Studio Art. After teaching for nearly a decade, I decided to make my passion of making jewelry, specifically science themed jewelry, my full-time career. I absolutely love turning an abstract idea into something we can see, feel and wear! The teacher in me also finds a lot of joy in knowing that my creations open up a dialogue and give the wearer an opportunity to teach people about their jewelry.
Every creation is meticulously made to order and lovingly handcrafted in my workshop.
Thanks for stopping by, and I hope to have the opportunity to create something special for you!
~Tera
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