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Tag Archives: Bespoke Rings
Sgian Dubh with Engraving to Complement Rings
Earlier this year Nathan & Nicole from Utah, USA visited to collect the rings we had designed and made for them (see previous post). While they were here we discussed the details of Nathan’s Sgian Dubh; he wished for the design to complement their rings, so we engraved the Sterling Silver ferrule with the outline of Mount Timpanogos in Utah, Celtic Knotwork and also included a Pictish flower and a Pictish wolf.
The Sgian Dubh handle was carved with a Military Crosshatch design in 5300 year old Bog Oak, finished with Sterling Silver pins and fitted with a high carbon Damascus blade. On the top of the handle is a beautiful Tayside Moss Agate pommel stone made by our friend Nat at Scottish Gemstones.
Nathan kindly emailed when his Sgian Dubh arrived:
“Just wanted to say that I received my Sgian Dubh this week. It is beautiful – I am very happy to finally have one in my collection. I have it displayed right next to my work desk in my office so that I’ll get to admire it as I work. Thank you for the care and attention you’ve given to the Sgian Dubh and to me throughout the process.” Photos by Nathan & Nicole
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Posted in Custom Rings, Sgian Dubhs, Wedding Rings
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Bog Oak, Damascus, Mount Timpanogos, Pictish, Sgian Dubh, Wedding Rings
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Timascus Wedding Rings & Cufflinks
Rebecca asked us to create a special pair of cufflinks as a gift for her husband Andy, as a few years ago we created their wedding rings and Andy’s Sgian Dubh. We still had a small piece from the same piece of Timascus which we created their rings from, so we used this for the cufflinks and engraved them with the same Scottish Thistle design from Rebecca’s ring.
Timascus also known as Titanium Damascus is a beautiful metal to work with (although we’ve found it very difficult to photograph due to its iridescence). It has the strength and lightness of Titanium but is similar to Damascus steel as it comprises of many layers of contrasting grades of the metal so when treated it has a patterning like the blade on Andy’s Sgian Dubh,
Rebecca kindly emailed:
“the cufflinks are beautiful and feel so special to us as they add to our wedding bands and sgian dubh”
Posted in Jewellery, Sgian Dubhs, Wedding Rings
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Cufflinks, Damascus, Sgian Dubh, Timascus, Titanium, Wedding Rings
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Mount Timpanogos Bespoke Rings in White Gold
We had the pleasure of meeting Nathan & Nicole from Utah in the USA who came to collect a pair of White Gold rings we had specially created for them. They live nearby to Mount Timpanogos which is a special place to the couple, so they’d commissioned us to create a design featuring the outline of the mountain along with a band of Celtic Knotwork. It has been a real pleasure working with Nathan and Nicole to create these rings and Nathan has also commissioned a Sgian Dubh, which will feature a similar design on the ferrule band.
Nathan kindly emailed this review and the above photo of the couple wearing their rings with Mount Timpanogos in the background:
” I contacted Rab and Tanya back in the summer of 2023, and they’ve made sure to accommodate my needs every step of the way since then as I decided on details and a timeline. The rings fit perfectly and are absolutely beautiful. I look forward to the completion of the Sgian Dubh and hope to work with them again in the future. “
Posted in Custom Rings, Wedding Rings
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Mount Timpanogos, Mountain Rings, White Gold
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Bespoke Engagement Ring with Ben Nevis, Thistles and a Puffin
Tim contacted us to design and create this unique engagement ring. The design outline was for a minimalist styled titanium ring engraved with a Puffin, Ben Nevis and entwined Thistles reflecting the couple’s love of Scotland.
We were sent a lovely email from Tim when he received the ring:
“…it is an amazing piece of art. I am truly impressed by the level of fine detail. Thanks a lot for making it possible.”
Posted in Custom Rings, Engagement Rings
Tagged Ben Nevis, Bespoke Engagement Ring, Bespoke Rings, puffin, Thistles, Titanium, Titanium Ring
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Titanium Mountain-scape Wedding Bands
Philippa and Roddy asked us to craft this unique pair of matching Titanium wedding rings. Roddy had proposed to Philippa whilst walking on Ben Eighe so we engraved the couple’s own hand drawn skyline of the mountain-scape for them. It was a real pleasure to create these rings to capture a place of special meaning to them. The couple kindly emailed us after their wedding with this beautiful picture of them wearing their rings: “We had our wedding day on 2 July and so are wearing our beautiful custom made rings. We are very pleased with them and have attached a picture of them when we were on honeymoon in Mull last week.”
Viking Dragons Wedding Rings in Titanium
Jessica and Norry asked us to craft a pair of bespoke Titanium wedding rings to feature Viking Dragon heads, Celtic Knotwork, a Thistle and a Shamrock to symbolise their combined heritages. It was great working with them both to encapsulate their ideas and create a design that they were both delighted with. When working with Titanium, we have a variety of finishing options that we can achieve. Both Jessica and Norry chose a natural, polished finish which complimented the design beautifully.
The couple kindly emailed to let us know once the rings had arrived:
‘Our rings arrived today and they are absolutely perfect! Thank you so much again for everything!’ Continue reading
Posted in Wedding Rings
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Celtic Wedding Ring, Shamrock, Titanium Ring, Titanium Wedding Rings, Viking, Wedding Rings
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Stac Pollaidh Wedding Rings
Roxane and Gearóid asked if we would create their bespoke wedding rings featuring the skyline of Stac Pollaidh along with some Celtic Knotwork. The mountain, Stac Pollaidh is in the North West Scottish Highlands and has a special significance to the couple so we based the design upon a sketch which Roxane made of the skyline of the ridge.
As the rings were to be in Sterling Silver we suggested that we make them from Argentium Silver which is a type of Sterling Silver that is more robust and tarnish resistant.
The couple kindly emailed when their rings arrived; “We picked our rings from the post office depot today – they are fantastic, we are absolutely delighted!!!
Thanks again for everything!” Continue reading
Posted in Wedding Rings
Tagged Argentium Silver, Bespoke Rings, Custom Rings, Stac Pollaidh, Sterling Silver, Wedding Rings
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Scandinavian Wedding Rings in Titanium
We crafted this special pair of wedding rings for Alan and Malene.
The design is the distinctive Scandinavian Borre style ring-braid engraved into aerospace grade titanium. Malene’s ring was finished with a high polish whilst Alan’s ring was given a contrasting matte/iron finish.
“May I just add to that how thrilled I am, with the rings. Exactly what we wanted, and 1st rate service.”
Unique Bear and Stag Wedding Rings
We created these unique wedding rings for Jamie and Jenn after discussing various ideas and using the couple’s own drawings inspired by ancient designs.
Jamie’s ring was crafted from a solid piece of Aerospace grade Titanium bar, featuring a Bear and Jenn’s ring is in Rose Gold and has a leaping Stag. Both rings also incorporate a spiral design flowing around the circumference of the rings.
The couple kindly emailed the following; “We’re really pleased with our rings. Rab and Tanya’s gentle coaxing helped us clarify a fairly broad design brief. The end result is everything we hoped for, two unique but thematically linked rings reflecting the union of their recipients. Thank you.” Continue reading
Posted in Custom Rings, Wedding Rings
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Rose Gold, Spirals, Titanium, Wedding Rings
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Old Wrought Iron Celtic Ring Made in Aerospace Grade Titanium
We were commissioned to craft this very unusual ring for Skyler who asked that we use aerospace grade titanium but with the special request to give it an old wrought iron look and feel, with a Celtic knotwork design. This is the first time that we have made a ring quite like this and after a process of research and development to get this finish we are very happy with how it turned out. Using titanium meant that this ring is far lighter and more durable than if we had used wrought iron.
Skyler kindly emailed us when her ring arrived;
“It has a perfect fit and is astoundingly beautiful. Aside from the special sentiments it personally holds, I receive multiple compliments daily. Thank you so much for such a gorgeous piece of art.” Continue reading
Posted in Custom Rings, Uncategorized
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Celtic Knotwork, Titanium Ring
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Summer Solstice Wedding Bands
Kelly and Bruce were married at the Summer Solstice and kindly emailed the following about the unique gold wedding bands which we created for them;
“Bruce and I would like to thank you once again for your wonderful practical workmanship and visionary skills; for transforming our sketched design into the beautiful rings you created for us. We knew the moment we saw your gorgeous creations on your blog and website that you would be able to create something unusual and alternative to the conventional wedding band, and what we would like. We really appreciate the effort you put into making our weddings band personal and unique to us. We were also very impressed with the consistent professional communication throughout the whole process of interaction, and your eagerness to ensure everything was just how we liked.” Continue reading
Posted in Wedding Rings
Tagged Bespoke Rings, gold wedding bands, the Summer Solstice, Wedding Rings
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Celtic Knotwork Hearts on Bespoke Titanium Wedding Rings
We designed and made these rings for Heather and Joe incorporating an abstract Celtic heart intertwining knotwork design. They’re made in Aerospace grade Titanium and have been given a high polish finish with a personal inscription engraved inside.
Here’s the email we received from the couple before their wedding:
“Hi Rab and Tanya,
We don’t just like the rings we think they’re wonderful!
You have captured everything we wanted in the design. The presentation box was a nice touch and will be a treasured keep sake. Thank you so much for everything. Tomorrow we exchange our rings, and are both so excited.
We would be honoured if you would include our comments on your blog, and you can be certain that whenever possible, we will recommend you to others. Once again thank you both for everything.
Best wishes, Heather and Joe” Continue reading
Posted in Wedding Rings
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Celtic Wedding Ring, Titanium Ring, Wedding Rings
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Bespoke Scottish Wedding Rings in Titanium
These bespoke wedding rings were cut from a solid bar of Aerospace Grade Ti6Al/4V Titanium.
We helped the couple design their own rings, both rings have the same simple 3 corner Celtic knot cut into them, repeated 3 times around the rings. The groom’s ring is engraved with Alba Gu Bràth (Gaelic for ‘Scotland For Ever’) against diamond checkering while the bride’s ring has a highly polished finish. Continue reading
Custom Made Sterling Silver Ring With Wide Band of Celtic Knotwork
Just received an email letting us know that this ring has arrived safely, with permission to publish;
“Dear Rab, I just wanted to let you know that I have just received my ring and I couldn’t be more pleased. It is absolutely perfect! Even as beautiful as it looked in the pictures you were so kind to send, I can truly say that the pictures did not do it justice. It is just fabulous and you are a most gifted artist! Working with you and Tanya was such a joy and I hope to do it again in the future! ……..” Continue reading
Posted in Custom Rings
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Celtic Knotwork, Celtic Wedding Ring, Wedding Rings
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The DeGrussa Sgian Dubh
I completed Terry DeGrussa’s Sgian Dubh in time for his birthday, this has been a rather special commission featuring his family coat of arms engraved onto a silver plate set in an ebony handle, his name set into the sheath and topped off with a Fife Red Jasper pommel stone :
Here are Terry’s comments upon receiving his Sgian Dubh;
“…I was really pleased with it. I can’t stop looking at it. It has been a pleasure for me as well dealing with you both during the process of getting everything right for the final item. I am over the moon with the Sgian Dubh it surpasses the expectation I had at the start. The workmanship which has been put into this Sgian Dubh is outstanding I will be so proud to wear it….” Continue reading
Posted in Sgian Dubhs
Tagged Bespoke Rings, Ebony, Fife Red Jasper, Pommel Stones, Sgian Dubh
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