Making a bespoke 2.5ct diamond engagement ring.
Making a bespoke 2.5ct light yellow diamond engagement ring.
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This is a cut of my last three videos all together, with added footage of the design drawing stage. This video is a little on the long side so make a cup of tea and sit back and relax. I might do a shorter version at some point.
Each piece of this beautiful ring is made by hand using a blend of ancient and modern techniques to the highest standards. Great care is taken over even the smallest part. This is the in the series taking an in depth look at my jewellery making process.
This video will take you through every stage of making this amazing ring from start to finish. Including melting gold, forging and rolling out the metal, saw piercing fine parts, making a 4 claw setting from scratch, soldering platinum and gold, laser welding, micro setting, engraving scrollwork, diamond setting, and polishing. I plan to also do a version with the design drawings as well.
If you have any questions regarding any of the techniques used in this video or want to find out more about having a ring made please get in touch.
Andrew Ashcroft FIPG
Goldsmith and Jewellery Designer
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Imagine someone loving you so much that they thought you deserved that stunning piece of jewelry. I am in awe.
@ashcroftjewellery
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment, much appreciated:)
@s.lavonnecockerell8382
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful. Beautiful.
@alysonpreval4241
11 ай бұрын
Nothing to do with love, it’s all about affordability. Btw I still think the ring is stunning ❤
@jojomart
11 ай бұрын
@@alysonpreval4241 It has EVERYTHING to do with love! Why else would you propose to someone?? And of course, you buy what you can afford, but to say love has nothing to do with it makes it a transaction and nothing more.
@hohocheb8111
11 ай бұрын
Just beautiful
Beautiful work Andrew . I recently retired after 40 years as a goldsmith in Vancouver , Canada and enjoy the different videos from jewellers world wide . I am curious where you trained . Very nicely made , I'm betting you had a good apprenticeship .
@ashcroftjewellery
Жыл бұрын
Thanks:) I apprenticed with an Australian goldsmith named Rodger who was working here in the UK at the time. After he went home, I set up on my own but continue, to this day, to find experts in particular areas to learn from 👍
Wow!!!! I have a new appreciation for my ring now. The amount of work that goes into one, absolutely amazing. What a beautiful ring you made.
An amazing work of art! I would be proud to wear this!
@ashcroftjewellery
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks:)
Your artwork is very, very, VERY underrated!
Amazing! The drawing in the beginning was more than i could achieve lol.
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it was a fun project:)
That is absolutely gorgeous. And the craftsmanship is top notch!❤❤
That added engraving underneath is such a special touch! Just an amazing work of art all around❤
Oh that Jade with the diamond was so unique and pretty. Lovely!
Your talent and skill is a cut above and that ring is stunning!!!!
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your kind words:)
Wow, your craftsmanship is amazing!
Absolutely stunning!!
Thank you for sharing this fascinating video. Incredible talent you have and what a fabulous ring!
Besides this being one of the most beautiful pieces of jewelry I've seen, your artistic process was so moving to me. I felt like I was witnessing a great artist create an amazing work of art. This is going to sound nuts but between your work and the music I was almost moved to tears. It is stunning...
Absolutely amazing!!! Your talented is indescribable.
No wonder is so expensive. Amazing !
WOW! What an amazing talent you have. That ring is georgeous!
Wow!! This is gorgeous! So much detail - love the perfectionism!
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching:)
@kathrynash6117
3 жыл бұрын
Qqà
Beautiful and amazing amount of work!!!
Just STUNNING! Thank you for sharing.
What a magnificent piece of artistry. You have amazing talent.
This is one of my favorites. Beautiful work.
What an awesome piece. I loved the close ups during the creation. I especially loved the engraving on the inside of the ring. You are a true artist with a high level of craftsmanship. Thank you for showing us start to finish of this exquisite ring.
What a lovely creative line of work. Thanks for sharing.
I enjoyed watching the design sketches being made.
Marvellous! Thank you for the video showing all the details
There is no word explane that job . Well done 👌👍💟
Wow this turned out so beautiful! You are very very skilled in your trade. I love the two toned and design in the interior of the ring! Gorgeous
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks:)
Excellent work and attention to details! Very nice
Great video, but more so, the craftsmanship and attention to detail on making the ring was amazing. Really enjoyed watching his work!👍
Seeing this makes me appreciate the art. Beautiful piece indeed.
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks:)
Wow. I applaud you on your dedication and beautiful work. I took jewelry making in high school a long time ago. I made a few things of silver with wire and pre made ring molding. I remember how difficult it was to work with such a small object. I even carved a ring out of wax and unfortunately didn’t measure the amount of metal correctly. I ended up with the ring missing the top part of the carving. I was so devastated. It took hours to carve the ring.
Absolutely stunning ring and amazing workmanship! Thanks for sharing!
Wow! I love the design as well as your editing skills!
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks:)
I follow you on IG but I really appreciate watching the longer process. That and the music definitely is calming
WOW! This is beautiful 💎💎💎
Wow such a process, thank you for sharing ❤️
Absolutely beautiful, it’s a close resemblance to my wedding ring
Totally handmade no CAD! Great job Andrew 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
@ashcroftjewellery
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Stephen:)
Fantastic work, absolutely love the video. You have done a great job of showing your amazing talent
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks:)
I have a ring that looks almost like that one, incredible artistry. Very talented.
I'm in love... thank you for sharing your talents
Masterpiece!
Amazing work, incredible craftsmanship and dedication.
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks:)
Beautiful ring & desing
Congratulations for the great work. Thank you for sharing with us. Greetings straight from Brazil.
A joy to watch and a beautiful ring
This is BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Your detail is simply perfection! Thank you so much for sharing your work!!
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure:) thanks.
What a brilliant filigree work! Very, very beautiful 💖
@ashcroftjewellery
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks:)
Notevole lavoro artigiano e complimenti anche alle riprese video che rendono ben visibili i dettagli delle lavorazioni. Saluti da orafi italiani
Breathtakingly stunning!!! ✨💖✨
Hermoso trabajo, muy prolijo y exacto, te quedó perfecto, es como un anillo de sueño.
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you:)
At first I was like... this guy is doing too much. But then you got to that first polish and I was like ok... clearly you knew what you were doing lol
Omg😊 that is the most beautiful ring I have ever seening. You have a God given talent. BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO.🌷🌷🌷👍👍👍👍
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
WOW thats a beautiful ring
Words can’t compare …stunning …wish I was the Lucy one to wear something so beautiful 😍….
Masterfully done. Thank you for the lovely video. Cheers
Beautiful Ring & Design !! Incredible talent and work Sir ..
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks:)
Stunning.
Una auténtica obra del arte de la orfebreria, felicidades
Te quedó hermoso la verdad. Tienes un canal fabuloso amigo
Wow so nice ring you deserve more
What an artisan you are! So beautiful!😊
@ashcroftjewellery
4 ай бұрын
Thank you:)
Beautiful work. True artist.
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you:)
Wow. That was quite impressive.
all is beautiful music ring and diamond thankyou for sharing
Dear Sir. Thank you very much for sharing your expertise. From Lima-Peru
So beautiful..
Awesome! I really admire your talent, and your patience. How many hours did it actually take to finish this ring? It’s absolutely beautiful. Thankyou for sharing.
@ashcroftjewellery
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I didn't keep a close track of that one. But it's most of a weeks work.
Es precioso,desde luego que merito tiene ,eso es ARTE
Great work!!!
Stunning! Thank you for sharing
Just beautiful
Ay que belleza Dios mío!!! Felicitaciones por tan bello trabajo. Saludos desde Viña del Mar, Chile.
@ashcroftjewellery
2 жыл бұрын
thanks
Exquisite!
Beautiful for every day use 3 cts is perfect :)
Trabajo de excelencia!!!!
See your work and name on SoBJ all the time! Had no idea you produced content like this! Well done!
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
I've only just started making videos as well. It's quite a bit of work! Hopefully I'll find time for more soon:)
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
@7BlackSwans Silversmithing the Society of British Jewellers. Search on Facebook
Love your work. I just found you on KZread shorts and had to subscribe 😮😮
As a relatively new Jeweler I would have really appreciated you talking about what you were doing and why. If you didn't want to talk through the video some notes on the screen from time to time explaining what you were doing, tools you were using, etcetera would have been enjoyable. Your work is stunning
Hi, Bobby. I am Donny Factory who is working on jewelry in Korea. I was impressed by your video so I took a video of myself. Thank you. I will show you how much I can improve.
Excellent job 👍🙏☘️
Wow so beautiful
this is quality work
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you:)
This is incredibly beautiful, so intricate and graceful. I shudder to think what it cost, actually.
nice choice of drafting pencil!
Very beautiful and a great job making it as well Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up
@ashcroftjewellery
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
Nailed it on that one
Hey Andrew fantastic ring I like it..
Acojonante !! 👏👏👏👏
Beautiful
Stunning ❤
Stunning
Absolutely fantastic video and the ring looks amazing! Don't think much of that jam though...
Nice work
Nice design
Awesome
Beautiful 🥰
Anel 💍 maravilhoso, quero um🤩🤩🤩🤩
From one jeweller to another, beautifully done mate! I’m interested as to where you got the attachment for your torch to take the needle? I assume you’re using oxy/acetylene for it to stay lit?
@ashcroftjewellery
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, It's a microflame, there are a few brands. www.hswalsh.com/product/microflame-model-30-ts7011
@Zav19844
2 жыл бұрын
@@ashcroftjewellery cheers for the reply 👍, appreciate the link.