El Cajon Custom Jewelry Design

Diamond Engagement Rings & Bridal Jewelry

One-of-a-Kind Bridal Jewelry

At C. Blackburn Jewelers, we believe that all engagement rings and bridal jewelry should be one-of-a-kind. We regularly work with El Cajon couples to create custom-made wedding bands, diamonds rings, and bridal earrings — with white glove service that often is more affordable than buying pre-made fine jewelry direct from a retail jewelry store.

 

Your custom ring or fine jewelry will be designed by our owner Carl Blackburn, one of San Diego’s most well-known designers of diamond engagement rings.

 

Carl creates bridal jewelry in many different styles to match the wishes of the bride-to-be, from modern, minimalist designs (where the diamond takes center stage) to dazzling vintage-inspired jewelry with hand-milgraining, engraving, and filigree.

 

Carl also works with a wide variety of diamonds and colored gemstones, including large carat natural diamonds, fancy colored diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and more.

 

A fine jewelry designer for over 25 years, Carl Blackburn brings a wealth of design expertise to the creation of your custom engagement ring and bridal jewelry. He welcomes the opportunity to meet with you to discuss the making of original fine jewelry for a one-of-a-kind bride.

 

El Cajon residents may make an appointment with Carl at C. Blackburn Jewelers in La Jolla by clicking the button below.

 

"Yesterday I received an education in gemstones, the jewelry making process and jewelry design! Carl spent 3 to 4 hours of his valuable time with us discussing gemstone identification and value. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and patient! I was truly impressed and left his shop with the feeling that he is honest and trustworthy. He would absolutely be my first choice to have a piece of jewelry designed and purchased. I really cannot say how grateful I am for the knowledge he imparted to us! It was well worth the drive!" - Barbara H.
Escondido Jewelry Buyers

The Cost of Custom Engagement Rings

If you are concerned about the cost of a custom engagement ring, you’ll be glad to know that Carl Blackburn’s bridal jewelry is more affordable than you may think.

 

C. Blackburn Jewelers is staffed by Carl alone. He works personally with every El Cajon customer who walks through the door. Because he employs no extra staff, Carl is able to keep the cost of running his jewelry store low.

 

This low overhead means that C. Blackburn Jewelers applies only small markups to the diamonds or gemstones we set our engagement rings with. It’s why our custom rings are often less expensive than pre-made diamond rings sold by large online jeweler like Blue Nile.

 

We also can help El Cajon couples save money by setting your engagement ring with a less expensive lab-grown diamond or semi-precious colored gem, such as aquamarine, blue beryl, or morganite — without sacrificing any of the ring’s timeless beauty!

 

Learn more about these cost saving options at the following links:

 

San Diego Lab-Grown Diamonds

 

Blue Beryl vs. Aquamarine Gemstones

 

A Guide to Morganite Engagement Rings

 

Make an appointment to meet with Carl Blackburn today. Call 858-251-3006 to leave a message.

 

Custom Engagement Ring by Carl Blackburn
A Morganite & Diamond Engagement Ring Designed by Carl Blackburn

How Your Custom Ring is Made

The making of an engagement ring at C. Blackburn Jewelers begins with a casual meeting, where you will chat with Carl Blackburn about the custom ring you would like made.

 

At this first meeting, you can show Carl any ring photos you have saved to your phone, discuss design options and the diamonds or gemstones to be included, and how best to match your budget to the making of your perfect ring.

 

After the initial ring design has been finalized, 3D CAD drawings will be made and shown to you for approval. After you approve the CAD drawings, a resin model of the engagement ring is created. The bride-to-be can wear this model to test its look and feel, and request adjustments if needed.

 

The final stage is the casting of your custom engagement ring into 14 – 18k white or yellow gold, or platinum. After casting, accents such as engraving or milgraining are added by hand, the diamonds and/or gemstones are set, and the ring is expertly polished.

 

You can expect the final delivery of your engagement ring usually within 4 weeks of your first design meeting.

 

Learn why El Cajon couples choose Carl Blackburn as their bridal jewelry designer. Schedule an appointment now.

 

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