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Welcome to my store! Current lead times are about 4-5 weeks. Please check listings for details. Message me for any questions!
Whenever possible, I select and work with eco friendly materials to make my jewelry. message me for specifics regarding your ideal ring.
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Sabrina on Apr 3, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThe ring was gorgeous, it's comfy and incredibly detailed. I'm really happy with how it came out and the customer service was great.
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Mandy on Mar 2, 2024
5 out of 5 starsAmazing ring, quick shipping. I found the perfect box from another seller on etsy, and it was the perfect proposal! He's been wearing the ring for 3 months, and it still looks brand new!
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joanne on Apr 24, 2024
5 out of 5 starsAmazing quality and craftsmanship and excellent communication and customer service would definitely order from here again
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Stéphanie on Apr 23, 2024
5 out of 5 starsFiancé and I are very happy by our custom rings! They are beautiful and well crafted :)
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Mark on Apr 20, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThe work Josh does is amazing. This is a custom piece that is beautiful to see. The finish is lovely. Truely recommend his work!
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Andrea on Apr 19, 2024
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely beautiful! My future husband's wedding band. Can't wait to see him wear it daily. :)
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Paige on Apr 11, 2024
5 out of 5 starsGot this for my fiance's wedding band. He loves art deco and this design stood out to him. I was nervous, but this was BEAUTIFULLY crafted. It was amazingly packaged and I could tell there is a lot of care and consideration put into their work. I can't wait to marry him and have this be such a big symbol to us both.
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Kyle on Apr 10, 2024
5 out of 5 starsExcellently crafted, looks exactly as pictured and even better in person
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John on Apr 7, 2024
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely gorgeous ring that my now fiancé loves, I couldn’t be happier with how the ring looks.
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About MetalWendler
Inspired by Nature, Jewelry that Gives Back
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Josh Wendler
Owner, Designer, Creator
Josh is a jeweler who got his BFA in metalsmithing and jewelry from Colorado State U., where he grew up. Later he moved to California to study at the Revere Academy for Jewelry Arts. Every day is a good one if you get to work with what you love!
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John Wendler
Marketer
Johnny Wendler is my brother, one of my best friends, an incredible Dad, and a savvy marketer.
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Scott Kalkman
Stone Setter
With over 30 years experience, Scott began his career with an apprenticeship at Tiffany's in New York City. Today he is a maker with interests in many fields, and a very creative spirit.
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Bethany Myers
Bench Assistant
Bethany is a jeweler living in Paonia, CO. She enjoys long walks in nature, and has impeccable style. She brings good energy to the workplace, and make sure good vibes go into every piece.
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Frequently asked questions
Custom and personalized orders
Yes! Please message me before your purchase to ensure your specialized details can be accommodated in a timely manner. All details are a case by case basis.
Custom Orders are NOT refundable- as I cannot restock or resell your item. Pleas be advised.
Sizing details
Your best insurance for a good fit is to be sized in person by a professional jewelry store, which will gladly do so for free. If you are looking at gold rings, I would recommend being sized by more than one store before purchase.
I offer a simple ring sizer to get an idea of your size: https://www.etsy.com/listing/265359527/reusable-ring-sizer-custom-ring-sizer
• OVERALL>>> If you MAKE SURE TO GET YOUR EXACT RING SIZE BEFORE PURCHASE, IT IS A HUGE HELP.
Ring Resizing
If you buy a ring at a size from me and discover it does not fit you correctly as a result of the customer not knowing their exact size...
I can resize most, but not all rings depending on how much it needs to change. In some cases I have to remake the ring.
Silver Items (Under $500)
Because of the work involved, price for a re-sizing varies between $30-75 on average.The buyer will cover the cost of sending back the ring to have it re-sized and the cost to re-send it back to the customer. Please contact me for an estimate, and time estimate on a re-size of your ring.
Gold Items (Over $500)
In most cases, I will do a simple re-size for free. This includes re-sizing a ring up or down within 1/2 size. Restrictions may apply.
Ring Resizing on a tight timeline...
I occasionally have customers who purchase a ring, then once they receive it find out they need a different size with their wedding date only a few days away. It can take me up to 21 business days to re-size a simple men's band because there are many customers in the queue waiting for items. A re-size goes to the back of the queue in order to fulfill demand. Contact me about emergencies or rush orders.
* AS AN OPTION, IT IS POSSIBLE TO GET A LOCAL JEWELRY STORE TO RE-SIZE YOUR RING. Most professional jewelry stores should be able to accommodate a simple ring re-size in a reasonable amount of time. Prices vary by jewelry store and metals in the ring. Craftsmanship of local jewelry stores cannot be guaranteed.
What are the origins of your gemstones?
Whenever possible, I work with gemstones that either lab created, recycled, or come with a very strict fair mining protocol. All metals used are recycled metals- either from the leading manufacturers in producing recycled fine metals and gold, or from casters using grain that is refined from vintage jewelry to create new gold alloys. Every piece I make is one I want you to be proud to wear, and have a great story to tell!
As the gemstone industry is a profit driven trade, often dealers will not disclose this information unless pressed by the buyer. I will never claim a stone to be fair trade or sustainable if I don't have proof from the dealer/manufacturer.
Can you use customer metal for a project?
I cannot use your metal to create a ring. My metal supplier works with refineries to melt metal down to it's pure constituents and alloy it into the metals you see in my store.
Meet the maker at their studio?
Clients can make appointments with the shop owner if there are specific needs to be met. As most jewelry is custom made to order in your size, prior notice of items of interest are a huge help.
As I am very busy filling orders and trying to grow my business, I can only meet with clients who are 80%+ committed to getting and item with me.
Studio is located in Paonia, CO.
Diamonds and Gemstones from a customer?
In many cases, I would much rather use my own stones to offer you new/certified material for the best possible product.
In some cases, I can offer you one of my designs with a client stone. This will be considered on a case by case basis. Due to the nature of stonesetting, there is a risk of chipping/damaging a stone during the process. Store owner is not responsible for damage done to stone during this process, as only a gemologist would be able to fully know the cracks, fissures, and inconsistencies of any stone. Store owner is not responsible for insuring stones during shipment, and is not responsible for lost or stolen items during shipment to owner.
Please message before purchase if you are serious about a commission.
*** Returns and Refunds ***
We are a small business and customer satisfaction is extremely important to us. If you require a refund as per our returns window denoted in your listing, we can do so but may be subject up to a 30% restocking fee. PLEASE BE ADVISED!!
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