✦ Custom Turquoise Jewelry in Sterling Silver
I create custom turquoise jewelry in sterling silver and one-of-a-kind turquoise rings and pendants shaped by intention, craftsmanship, and the natural character of each stone.
Custom work at Silverthaw Jewelry is not about reproducing past designs. It’s about creating a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your aesthetic while honoring the individuality of natural turquoise and hand-forged silver.
✦ Custom Turquoise Rings & Silver Jewelry
Turquoise has long been central to my work. I’m especially drawn to stones with strong character — intricate matrix patterns, unusual color variation, and a sense of depth that can’t be manufactured.
Custom commissions may include:
- Custom turquoise rings in sterling silver
- Statement rings with natural turquoise cabochons
- Symbolic or nature-inspired designs (owls, botanical forms, old-world motifs)
- Heirloom-scale pieces designed to be worn for decades
Each piece is designed and fabricated by hand in my Fort Collins, Colorado studio.
Past Custom Work Examples
✦ Complex Custom & Sculptural Work
While turquoise is central to my custom work, I also take on occasional complex, sculptural commissions that require advanced fabrication and hand-built forms. These pieces demonstrate the level of detail, structural planning, and metalwork that goes into every custom design.
Example of a highly intricate, one-of-a-kind custom commission.
This piece is shown to illustrate sculptural metalwork, complex stone setting, and narrative design. Materials and stones vary by commission; this example is not a turquoise piece.
✦ What to Expect from Custom Work
Custom jewelry is a collaborative process, but it’s also grounded in realism and respect for materials.
- Each stone is unique and cannot be replicated
- Designs are influenced by the shape, color, and structure of the available turquoise
- Finished pieces will be one of a kind, not copies of past work
- I work within my established style rather than offering open-ended design services
This approach ensures the final piece feels cohesive, intentional, and true to both the stone and the craftsmanship. Custom turquoise commissions are designed to accommodate individual taste, stone selection, and detailed sterling silver work — from intentional motifs to heirloom-scale statements.
✦ Is Custom Work Right for You?
Custom turquoise jewelry is a good fit if you:
- Are drawn to one-of-a-kind pieces rather than exact replicas
- Appreciate natural variation in turquoise
- Value hand fabrication and thoughtful design
- Are comfortable trusting an experienced maker’s eye
If you’re seeking a perfect duplicate of a previously sold piece, custom work may not be the best path — but if you want something equally meaningful, it often is.
✦ How to Inquire About a Custom Turquoise Piece
If you’re interested in commissioning a custom turquoise ring or silver jewelry piece, please use the inquiry form below and include:
- The type of jewelry you’re interested in (ring, pendant, etc.)
- Any design elements you’re drawn to (scale, motifs, setting style)
- Your general timeline (if applicable - let me know if it's a special occasion!)
I review each request individually and will let you know whether it’s a good fit before moving forward.
✦ Optional Updates - Stay in Touch
If you’d like to receive occasional emails when new turquoise jewelry or similar custom work becomes available, you’re welcome to join the mailing list below.
Emails are infrequent and focused on newly finished pieces — never mass-produced drops.