Step One
Initial Consultation
- Explore styles, inspirations, and design preferences
- Review gemstones and materials
- Identify pieces to incorporate or redesign
If samples are available:
- Try on examples to refine direction and fit
Futer Bros. Jewelers · York, PA
The Custom Design
Process
Crafted with care. Designed for you.
For more than 90 years, our York, Pennsylvania workshop has turned personal stories into one-of-a-kind jewelry. Here is exactly how we bring your vision to life — every step, every detail, fully transparent.
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A collaborative journey, start to finish
Whether you are designing a custom engagement ring, reimagining an heirloom, or creating something entirely new, our four-step process keeps you involved and informed at every stage.
Step Two
Custom Design Development
Non-refundable deposit of $150 · Applied to completed designA collaborative design phase to bring your vision to life.
- Creation of a preliminary CAD rendering and design estimate
- One round of revisions included at no additional charge
- Additional design modifications available at $50 each
Step Three
Resin Samples
Experience your design in physical form before final production.
- One complimentary resin sample included
- Additional resin samples available at $75 each
- Resin models allow you to evaluate scale, proportion, and design details
Step Four
Production
50% deposit required to startOnce your design is finalized, your piece moves into production:
- Casting
- Tumbling and finishing
- Quality control (QC)
- Stone setting
- Final polish and finishing
- Final quality inspection
Ready to begin your design?
Book a complimentary consultation with our York, PA design team and take the first step toward a piece that’s entirely your own.
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Futer Bros. Jewelers
2820 Whiteford Road, Suite 2, York, PA 17402
(717) 755-2366
Tue–Fri 10am–6pm · Sat 10am–4pm · Closed Sun & Mon
Family-owned and crafting fine jewelry in York since 1932
Questions & Answers
About the Custom Design Process
Everything you need to know before starting your one-of-a-kind piece at our York, PA studio.
How long does the custom design process take?
Most custom pieces take about 4–8 weeks from your initial consultation to the finished piece, depending on design complexity and materials. Your timeline moves through four stages: consultation, design development with CAD rendering, a resin sample, and production. We’ll give you a clear estimate during your consultation.
Is the initial consultation really free?
Yes. The initial consultation is complimentary and runs about an hour. We’ll explore your style and inspirations, review gemstones and materials, and identify any existing pieces you’d like to incorporate or redesign. When samples are available, you’re welcome to try them on to refine direction and fit.
What is the $150 design deposit, and is it refundable?
Once you move into the design development phase, a non-refundable $150 deposit is required. It covers your preliminary CAD rendering and design estimate, and it is fully applied toward your completed design. One round of revisions is included at no additional charge; further modifications are $50 each.
What is a CAD rendering?
CAD (computer-aided design) is a detailed 3D digital model of your piece. It lets you see your design from every angle and approve the look before anything is produced. Your CAD rendering is created during the design development phase and comes with a design estimate.
What is a resin sample, and why do you make one?
A resin sample is a physical model of your design that you can hold and try on before final production. It lets you evaluate scale, proportion, and design details in real life. One resin sample is complimentary; additional samples are available at $75 each.
How much do I pay to start production?
Once your design is finalized, a 50% deposit is required to begin production. From there your piece is cast, tumbled and finished, quality-checked, stone-set, given a final polish, and put through a final quality inspection before it’s ready for you.
Can I use stones or metal from my existing jewelry?
Absolutely. Repurposing meaningful gemstones or metals into a new design is one of our favorite services. Bring your pieces to your consultation and we’ll discuss how to incorporate or redesign them into something you’ll wear and treasure.
Where is Futer Bros. Jewelers located?
We’re at 2820 Whiteford Road, Suite 2, York, PA 17402. We’ve been a family-owned jeweler in York since 1932. Call us at (717) 755-2366 to book your complimentary design consultation. Hours are Tuesday–Friday 10am–6pm and Saturday 10am–4pm.