Extreme Jewelry Makeover: "The Diamond Cluster"

[@moderngoldsmith]

Did you earn your basket of fries? I.O.U.

[@martinamateva7001]

Yes

[@hidalgoplaza843]

I'm glad to see you wore a respirator :)

[@meg..meg.]

Eggplant chips?

[@alaahayyad]

I'm waiting on them ;)

[@specialgems]

😞🤐

[@maybe8029]

I’m not usually a cluster ring fan but that ring and the meaning behind it was SO BEAUTIFUL you did an amazing job

[@kasiethompson2712]

I’m the same way but this cluster ring was different than any I’ve ever seen before! Very modern and beautiful!!

[@FiveRiversCity]

Same. Not usually a huge fan of cluster rings but this is a fresh, modern take and combines stones from two families beautifully.

[@TheCountryMice]

The asymmetry made it truly wonderful.

[@meg..meg.]

I would never have thought about recycling jewellery like this but, yeah, totally the most sustainable way to get a new piece of jewellery!

[@goharmartirosyan15]

Its really great! Last year i was able to do something similar, i had a few broken pieces and worked with a goldsmith to design a ring. Super nice to see old pieces reused and come back to life

[@SL-lz9jr]

@@goharmartirosyan15 so cool! This is giving me ideas on old jewelry I have that is outdated

[@user-mv9tt4st9k]

One of best friends has been having jewelry made like this for decades. I love Edwardian ring settings, that is a line I would not cross, ha ha ha.

[@nomdeplume2213]

also how damn awesome is it that the couple gets to keep this video and see how their ring was made. when they pass this ring down to their kids they'll be able to show them this video. its a keepsake with so much sentimental value. being able to have their first reaction forever is absolutely amazing... like they actually got to see the gold from both sides of their families becoming one with their own eyes... whats more symbolic, romantic and meaningful than that?! nothing lol the symbolism of being able to witness a marriage of the metals is just phenomenal... its perfect.

[@schnitzelhannes6431]

Those kids will sell it for crack

[@phantomkate6]

And then the kids can decide that this ring looks "too old fashioned" and have it made into something else 😂

[@katscratchfever3506]

Ikr?? That’s what I was thinking. Each time the ring is passed down, it comes with this video 💜💜

[@katscratchfever3506]

@@phantomkate6that’s why you give it to the kids with common sense lol

[@crazywildcat1971]

Love that we got to see the reaction of the couple, what an wonderful memory you have created for them.

[@BethannyRochelle]

You should change your channel name to “Wholesome Goldsmith” lol but seriously I loved this!

[@lulzgibberish3772]

who would have known that I would cry someday over such wholesome goldsmithery 😭💕

[@ekaterinas.1330]

Ha ha ha , I speak gibberish too!

[@jillianlee2174]

I would love to see a behind the design where you share how you come up with ring designs!

[@3dgold-3d70]

Yes, good idea)

[@tynebaker]

The non-radially symmetric design is really interesting and beautiful.

[@mp5249]

It bothers me. But, not my ring

[@magsc9116]

I loved watching you cast this ring. It took me back to high school when I had a jewelry class and that's how we were taught to make rings. What a beautiful ring you created.

[@claireisacamel]

This is so much more chic looking than the typical “all in one circular clump” style of some cluster rings.

[@skacerski4178]

This ring is a masterpiece!!! What a tremendous transformation!!

[@southernbelledebbie7705]

You are so talented. I said on another one of your videos, how much I love jewelry & that my daughter is a manager for a big store so I myself have had her recycle a few pieces. My husband bought me a 1 carat Eternity Circle necklace for Christmas & when my Mom passed away, I took one of her engagement rings & had them cut the diamond setting & it was a very old ring so it was enclosed & they added the bell to hang so it is a beautiful center diamond inside my circle so I have a touch of my parents always with me for Eternity. ❤🙏 Watching you kinda reminded me of my late Grandfather. He was a very talented blacksmith & I can still smell that distinct smell of placing hot iron in the big water baths. Making a beautiful piece that has a history and meaning to it, is what makes jewelry so special & precious to each individual. ❤

[@KLMO888]

I so love seeing the mix of modern and old tech. The industry progresses but there are just some steps that are so “antiquated” and so tactile. I just love it!

[@murcatus50]

I love the idea of melting down jewelry we inherited and making something new. I’d like to do this for my son’s.

[@Klipse11]

Cool trick I discovered! If you take the rubber investment-mixing bowl; They usually fit overtop of the magnetic tumbler and really cuts down on the noise. Gotta save your hearing if you’re working around loud noises often. Great work.

[@Danielle-ur8md]

I love the idea of merging two families together with jewelry, precious. Thanks for sharing your skills!

[@Catherine-wn8dh]

That goofy smile after the like and subscribe joke 😂😂

[@heywaderobson]

Love your channel! I’d gladly watch 15-20 minutes of content each time - I appreciate seeing the step-by-step detail of your work.

[@georl1]

That ring is gorgeous. You are a true craftsman for sure.

[@MIncoMiss]

I can’t watch you, keep crying.... beautiful work

[@veryferal1970]

It's beautiful! I've never thought such a ring would be my style but just seeing all the meaning behind it and the love you put into making it, it turned out to be so gorgeous and makes me think I might consider a ring like this one day!

[@simranpanda672]

I LOVE UR CONTENT IM HERE TO STAY!

[@cam-tv5rb]

I've literally never seen a cluster ring I liked. This is gorgeous!! And I ADORE the sentiment behind it. So precious. Love your style and love your vibe!!

[@ashleyramirez4016]

Jordan. This is awesome. Look at you. Just, look at you. From the good ol' days of polishing rings on the other side of the window at the Kitsap mall, to a KZbin sensation. Congrats! You did it, you schmee!

[@moderngoldsmith]

Hahahahaha you’re one of the only people that saw me at the true beginning. Good times 😁😁😁

[@hannanjaimet17]

Oh my gosh. What a beautiful and loving testimony to you and your wife. God bless y'all with many more memories and years to come.

[@Andimus]

My fiance and I both love our ring. Thank you so much! Love the video!

[@taylortribiano9666]

Jordan you did such a wonderful wonderful job!! We are so happy with the ring. You made the whole process so seamless for us and the end product is a ring we can pass down forever! You will always be apart of our journey together and we can’t thank you enough! :)

[@lizbinz]

** chefs kiss ** this channel is perfection. Well done, sir. Well done.

[@lauren8627]

You have completely changed my mind about melting down and recycling old jewellery. It is fabulous!!! That particular ring is just stunning.

[@amoonheart]

the viewers really said "everybody liked that"

[@ceruleanwake8876]

Lol I checked the like to dislike ratio after reading this.... 😲 wow. That is impressive 👏

[@Boertje247]

Hi Jordan! Sooo glad I found your channel! I spent 40+ years designing and selling high end jewelry, old school drafted cartoons hand colored with gouache. I never did bench work, but loved working with the craftsmen, cutters, mold makers, etc. Each craft is an art unto itself. What I love beyond anything is making something unique that thrills the wearer and the person who gives it to them. Beautiful work!

[@mara_stransky216]

Love seeing the customers reaction, hope to see an episode two for sure👍

[@kirsten9729]

It’s gorgeous. Awesome job! My fave part was the fishing mostly because it’s the only part I understood 😅

[@BMoll87]

I love your self-deprecating sense of humour! 😂♥️

[@patpierce4854]

How cool is THAT! Never imagined a 3D printer for jewelry casting, but that’s perfect! I learned a bit of lost wax casting and carving skills decades ago, and never imagined how technology could make this process so much more detailed. Awesome!

[@NosiLLa258]

I'm not usually a fan of cluster rings, especially if they are made up of round stones, but I actually love how this turned out! What an awesomely unique piece of jewelry with an even more awesome creation story! Love!!💖💍

[@bonnieabrs1003]

I love the ring! You’re brilliant! I have a ring made of the engagement rings of the women in my family. The original settings were typical, but the bands were large & almost warm through. We took everything to a small jeweler & asked him to put them together. He did a wonderful job. It’s a beautiful ring & I wear it often. Wish I could share a pic with you.

[@alexisb.8965]

This ring was gorgeous and the music WAS PERFECT.

[@judith7305]

Amazing! Reusing old jewelry is so meaningful.

[@truffleflowers]

I cannot love this enough 🥺🥺 I have an immense interest in gemology and metallurgy for over 13 years now and adore your videos 🥰💎💎💎💎

[@tehreemismail2071]

The ring was no doubt STUNNING!!! I bet your job is very stressful but it does pay off when you see the glow on your customers' face.

[@hazelxylene4946]

I would definitely say YES a million times. The craftmanship is 👌🏼

[@davidbrienlantry8760]

You curated something wonderful from those old pieces that easily could have ended up sold for scrap. I watched the whole process and am still amazed. I am impressed. Hope you feel proud of what you achieved.

[@spikednautilus]

I had never thought to have old jewellery re-cast and re-made into new jewellery. What a wonderful way to be sustainable and incorporate sentimental pieces!! Love the design too. 😍

[@rannricki]

Beautiful! Cannot wait for more in this series. My husband and I used the stones and gold from three family rings for my engagement ring and designed it with our jeweler. It is so deeply meaningful to wear something from my family members who are no longer with us and remember them every time I see my ring on my hand. ❤️

[@michellestapleton7265]

brb sobbing into my basket of fries, this was beautiful!

[@junkabella6324]

I have conflicted feelings! On the other hand that many diamonds seem like such an overkill - but they are all from heirloom pieces and recycled! In the end i really love it!

[@rickeeeddleman5614]

WOW! Things have sure changed since I did this back in the 60's. Bravo!!! Loved this!

[@Zav19844]

As a fellow jeweller I understand that feeling where you hold your breath and wait for the reaction.... well done on the ring mate!

[@SpicyAir]

Thank you much for your videos!! Your videos helped me decided to pick a moissanite center stone for my engagement ring! You made me feel confident with my choice. Thank you so much!!

[@ekaterinas.1330]

Anxiety and making jewellery doesn't mix! You're brilliant 😀 and people should be so grateful to be able to afford even the smallest piece of your work! I went once to a hotel, where there was no menu to choose your meal from as they assumed everyone has to be grateful to be there and eat what's served! It was a long time ago and people never complained! Similarly, people should accept that everything you make for them is in the best possible taste and it's made to last. So, knowing how good you're, relax and be sure that everyone will be thrilled with the result. Because you really are that good! 🤗♥️

[@Arador76]

While I'm not a cluster ring fan, this one was really pretty... I think the story made it very sentimental for those involved and it'll be treasured for many years to come. Great work!!

[@heatherfinn7581]

What an absolute beautiful ring! And I love the sentiment behind it

[@kimlorton3002]

Wow. People need to see just what is involved when they get jewelry made, or remade into a new piece. Absolutely fantastic!

[@ahhhlena]

This made me embarrassingly teary eyed. What a beautiful way to recycle. Their reaction was so lovely.

[@sandybuchart6017]

What a beautiful way to bring 2 family's together ! The ring is gorgeous 🥰

[@andreakoegler1449]

This was by far the coolest thing I have seen on KZbin in quite some time. Awesome job!

[@radtechg9]

This is lovely. I love asymmetrical clusters. We turned my mother's old 25 year anniversary ring from my father into a cluster piece reworked and its very meaningful. Your work turned out just perfectly. So fun to watch

[@hidalgoplaza843]

New goldsmith video?? Yessss

[@thepancakerabbitt]

Man this channel is so cool. You only have a few true youtube videos but I've already got a really clear view of your style, it's so calming without being slow or boring. I get to look at pretty rings and listen to you talk about something your passionate about all the while the atmosphere stays chill and entertaining. I hope the youtube gods are kind to you and your videos, you deserve it :)

[@ciralon9770]

OMG that pearl ring with the 1mm band on your website is perfection.

[@BabyBlueSteel13]

Beautiful! How special for them to have a lovely ring that also has family history with it but featuring a modern take!

[@Canuckmom128]

The design, the concept (merging stones from both families), the recycling aspect, and your incredible craftsmanship make this a very special piece, indeed. Well Done.

[@JennaLeigh]

That's seriously one of the most beautiful rings I've ever seen! I love designs that look unique, and this one has such a lovely story too! 💖🖤

[@abbeypflegl1444]

Great use of a client's stones! It is always a difficult job to take a bunch of odd ball stones and make them into a modern piece of jewelry. I love how this ring came out!

[@winwinmyfriend4727]

I've been wanting do this for along time with some family pieces too. One piece is my grandmother's wedding band. I really appreciate the care you put into . Gorgeous

[@stephaniemartinez4380]

Everything about this video was so wholesome. And the ring was beautiful!

[@joelbuchanan471]

That was a sweet story. Great idea to take all those diamonds and put them into one pretty setting. It turned out just beautiful. I can see why the couple was so thrilled. Good style, beautiful settings.

[@LouisVuittonPrince]

Such a stunning design. The history those pieces had that now will create a new history in that cluster. The asymmetrical design is both vintage and modern

[@spammusubi1607]

I love the idea of recycling jewelry!! Definitely carries some more meaning and is a more sustainable way

[@livijean1]

Thanks for including their reaction! It’s gorgeous!

[@damnyew]

You are so incredibly likeable and I love seeing more of your humor sneak into videos. Thanks for sharing your world with us!

[@kirstena4001]

I love that ring! It is so unique yet classic and classy at the same time. Lucky bride 🙂. Thanks for showing us how you create new pieces from old. So informative!

[@kamilahschwab6094]

Such a beautiful ring! I’m so glad youtube recommended your channel to me! I am loving your content even though last year I got engaged and married so already have my rings. It is really fascinating the whole process and what goes into making rings.

[@jannettaktibbs7268]

This is so cool! I designed my wedding band with diamonds from my maternal grandmother's earrings, my promise ring, my Mom's wedding set and my gold class ring plus the gold combining all components. I love it still. An homage to Art Deco, my favorite. I'm also a sucker for migraine work. 💜💕💚

[@Bellishen]

Omg that is such a beautiful ring. And what a heartwarming end 🥰

[@guineapige]

It was fascinating to watch the process. I would love to get more of a longer version breaking down and explaining each piece of equipment/tool!

[@delphiburton100]

This video made me cry. So glad I found you through the viral video to get to your real content! It is even better.

[@Gina-xq3uq]

You are the best I love your videos. Every time I'm bored of doing stuff I hop on my iPad and watch you thank you for making these videos.😊😊😊😊❤

[@tarynlongshore4938]

I stumbled across your portfolio website on accident back in November and your videos started popping up on my KZbin recommended page in December when my bf started talking about getting engaged more seriously. I think this is a sign we go through you for my engagement/wedding ring! I love your work and enjoy your step by step videos!

[@lostcontrol1981]

I’ve had enough incomplete castings that I feel stress even when watching the melted metal go into the mold on video. The final ring looks awesome! ❤️❤️❤️

[@leilanij2567]

I loved that ring. I think the idea of recycled gold is perfect.

[@noniefuss]

Your craftmanship and attention to detail are so amaing. In a perfect world this is exactly what I would do with my handed down jewelry. The idea of merging old pieces into one wearable symbol of all that came before is awe inspiring.

[@lnc-to4ku]

I cannot believe how complicated and difficult the whole process is, and so fascinating! Wow, you are an Amazing craftsman, the final result was stunning!!

[@emmathepaperquiller4263]

I’m glad you are as into developing your new series as we are to watch it unfold! Gorgeous ring and work!

[@MC-ko2mx]

What a sustainable, and meaningful new-old engagement ring.

[@lorigeorge7430]

This is an art. End product is just gorgeous.

[@nsmith1271]

The ariana video may have been viral, but YOU, your craft, your personality, your content is what created an audience and a community. Loved every video you've made. You're bringing a little bit of sparkle (pun intended) to peoples lives when it is needed most.

[@lisakinney3747]

I LOVE that ring! I've been wondering how to re-make my gold ring set. I love the asymmetry, it's so unique. How lovely that all the diamonds and gold came from each side of the family. So touching. I really wish I could find a jeweler like you in my neck of the woods!

[@HosCreates]

Love seeing your enthusiasm and genuine smile! Keep doing what your doing and I know personally I would love to see more rings being made!

[@JonS0107]

I'm subscribing. 50 years ago I created my first mold, and cast in gold, in a high school jewelry class at the age of 16 but haven't done any work since. (Gold was $36 an ounce.) The steps haven't changed, but I loved seeing the new tools of the trade.

[@Kathryn_60]

So beautiful. I apprenticed in a jewelry repair shop. I miss that so much. Thanks for showing your technique. It’s so relaxing and fun to watch.

[@Ly7vi]

Loved the idea! It may be obvious for someone working in this field, but for me it gave a whole other meaning to the jewelry.

[@asia1360]

I loved the HGTV style ring makeover! You got the perfect music for the reveal haha😂

[@Denaesartisanjewelry]

So BEAUTIFUL!!! And truly amazing!!!!

[@celiahilton7787]

The ring you created was SO PRETTY!! Thank you for making these videos!

[@cristinadevriend3679]

She genuinely loved it. That was a good idea that came to fruition very well. Also, I really like your watch band. 👍🧩

[@alishaondemand]

The finished piece is amazing. It’s a complete work of art! How exciting to have something so sentimental and one of a kind

[@lindapindabelinda3570]

The tools are so much cooler now than they were in my ‘70s high school jewelry classes. Molds shattering in the spinner was so sad and 3D printers were only a dream.

[@sws.custom.designs]

It's good that they loved it. Not my personal style. Always nice to see happy faces when you do custom work (I sew items and make simple jewelry)

[@RonIsHarrysLover]

Absolutely gorgeous... one of the prettiest rings I’ve ever seen