Heirloom Jewellery Redesign & Custom Design
Redesigning Heirloom & Inherited Jewellery
Malleable redesigns inherited and existing jewellery into custom pieces rooted in craftsmanship, collaboration, and intentional design. From heirloom redesigns to one-of-a-kind engagement rings, each piece is designed to feel personal, wearable, and made to last.
Existing jewellery, inherited pieces, and unworn heirlooms can often be redesigned into custom jewellery that better reflects your style while preserving meaningful elements from the original piece.
Reusing Diamonds, Gemstones & Existing Jewellery
Diamonds, gemstones, and precious metals from inherited or existing jewellery can often be incorporated into a new custom design. During the consultation process, we review your piece and discuss what materials may be suitable for reuse based on the condition of the jewellery and the direction of the new design.
Heirloom redesign projects may include:
- Resetting existing diamonds or gemstones into a new setting
- Redesigning inherited engagement rings
- Combining multiple family pieces into one design
- Updating older settings into a more modern style
- Incorporating inherited gold into a custom piece where possible
In some cases, certain materials may not be suitable for direct reuse due to wear or the structure of the original piece. If that happens, we’ll walk you through the available options during the design process.
The Heirloom Jewellery Redesign Process
Every heirloom redesign starts with a conversation about your piece, your ideas, and what you’d like the new design to become. If you already have inspiration, gemstones, or inherited jewellery you’d like to reuse, those details help guide the process from the beginning.
From there, we work with you to refine the design, evaluate existing materials for reuse where possible, and create a custom piece designed to feel personal, wearable, and made to last.
For more information about consultations, timelines, and the full custom jewellery process, explore the Custom Jewellery Process page.
Ethical Materials & Sustainable Craftsmanship
Malleable creates custom jewellery using responsibly sourced materials, Fairmined gold, and handcrafted Canadian craftsmanship. Whenever possible, heirloom redesign projects incorporate existing gemstones and metals to preserve both the story and materials behind each piece.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reuse my diamond or gemstone?
Existing diamonds and gemstones can often be incorporated into a new custom design. During the consultation process, we review your stones and discuss how they may work within the direction of the new piece.
Can inherited gold be reused in a new piece?
Inherited gold may be incorporated into a new custom piece where possible. Existing metals are reviewed during the design process to determine what may be suitable for reuse based on the condition of the original piece and the direction of the new design.
What types of jewellery can be redesigned?
Malleable works with a range of inherited and existing jewellery, including engagement rings, wedding bands, earrings, necklaces, loose stones, family jewellery, and unworn pieces. Existing gemstones, diamonds, and precious metals can often be incorporated into a new custom design depending on the materials involved.
What happens if some materials cannot be reused?
If certain materials are not suitable for reuse due to wear or the structure of the original piece, we’ll walk you through the available options during the design process.
Can multiple heirloom pieces be combined into one design?
Multiple heirloom pieces can often be incorporated into a single custom design depending on the materials involved and the direction of the final piece.
How long does the redesign process typically take?
Timelines can vary depending on the complexity of the design and the materials involved. Expected timelines are discussed during the consultation process.
Do I need to know exactly what I want before booking a consultation?
No. Consultations are designed to help guide the process whether you already have a clear direction or are still exploring ideas.
Can you redesign inherited engagement rings?
Inherited engagement rings can often be redesigned into a new custom piece while preserving existing gemstones or meaningful elements from the original ring.
Can I bring inspiration photos to a consultation?
Yes. Inspiration images, reference pieces, existing jewellery, and loose stones can all help guide the consultation and design process.
