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Unique Wedding Rings and Commitment Bands
Medieval, Magical, and Fantasy Jewelry by Todd! See our sister site www.toddalanstudios.com
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Our Guarantee The wedding ring on your hand will be a constant reminder of your commitment to another person so choose a ring that is comfortable, durable as well as meaningful and beautiful. Our fine line of wedding and commitment Bands are very,very comfortable to wear. And yes, our rings are as strong as they are beautiful! Our gold and platinum braided wedding rings are designed to last a lifetime or more. To fit you with the perfect ring, we offer free consultations. We can help you to select the right style for your budget or custom design a unique wedding ring. Nervous about ordering over the internet? Give us a call - we can answer all your questions and help make your ring purchase easy. [MORE about our ordering process, guarantee and other policies]
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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Questions Asked of Us: |
Responses from Todd Alan Studios: |
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Are the bands as strong as they are beautiful? Could this ring be bent if someone tried to crush it between two fingers? |
Our multi-strand braids are very strong and made for a lifetime of everyday wear. In sterling silver or 18k gold, some of the thinner bands could potentially be bent. However, most of our rings will hold up as well as traditionl wedding rimngs. If you have concerns about your choice of metal, choose a stronger metal. If you are really rough on rings, choose one of the thicker bands and consider ordering rings of white 14k gold or platinium -- two of the strongest jewelry metals that we offer.
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What if we don't receive the correct size? |
First, measure correctly for a good fit. Our rings usually fit on the first try. If they don't, send them back with instructions and we will resize rings at no cost to you and send them back.
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We want something different for our rings but our wedding day is COMING UP QUICK! |
We know you want your rings by the wedding. When we receive your order, we are committed to get your rings to you by the big day -- we will tell you if we cannot. While we cannot control how delivery services work, we can communicate with our customers about tracking numbers, date package was mailed and all packages are insured. We have recieved orders with as little as four days before the wedding and were able to get the couple their rings on time! However, having a little more time means less rushing for everybody.
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What if we receive our rings and they aren't what we wanted? |
First, let us know what we can do to change your order for you. If we can't satisfy you, we will refund your purchase price within 21 business days of the return of the ring(s). Period.
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Will rings made of sterling silver last for us? |
We are proud to offer well-made, handcrafted rings in sterling silver for couples who prefer silver or young couples starting out on a budget. However, since silver is a soft metal that becomes brittle with time, we do not recommend them as a choice for everyday wear to last a lifetime. Faced with the budget realities of starting a life together, many couples start with a silver set of rings and plan to replace them with a more expensive and durable metal in the future. Consider having your rings made in 14k white gold (or platinum) as an alternative to silver for longevity.
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I'm having trouble deciding between 18k gold and 14k gold, what do you suggest? |
18k gold is softer (because it has a higher gold content) and therefore simply less hard than the same ring in 14k gold. People love to wear and look at 18k gold jewelry because of the rich, intense yellow shine that glows from it. One just has to be more caring of 18k gold (what a good excuse to treat your hands well!) and know that it will not withstand as much impact as harder metals. The choice is yours. The wear and tear on your rings is going to be a result of your unique lifestyle activities so it is difficult for us to gauge which choice of metal is best for you. We suggest that if you are going to do activities that could damage rings, no matter the karat quality or metal, take them off and store them consciously (don't just lay your ring down -- put the rings in a little pouch or pocket or on a neck chain). After washing your hands from the work, put your rings back on.
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Is it possible to have both rings made from the same braid even if we are ordering different widths and styles? |
As long as both rings use the same type of metal and use the same guage (thickness) of metal, we can weave both rings out of one continuous braid. If this feature is important to you, please indicate this with your order. We hear from some couples that they are incorporating the symbolism of the making of their rings in their marriage ceremony.
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Hi, I was wondering if these rings have a seam? |
Each ring has a seam which is characteristic of this kind of multi-braid construction. Since the pattern joins itself at different places depending on the ring size needed for each ring, the extent of the seam varies from being barely visible to showing as a visible (but not sloppy) line across the ring. Most people wear the ring with the seam on the palm side of the hand. A ring can have as many as 8 strands which means Todd has to join 16 loose ends together -- a skill most jewelers would not even attempt. The seam exists as proof of his skill and expertise rather than a lack of skill and expertise. We have built our business by pleasing customers who appreciate texture and imperfections characteristic of work by the human hand. Seamless rings are produced by machine casting methods and on solid parts of bands without elaborate decoration. Only a cast ring and machine work can produce a seamless traditional ring. Then again, no machine could braid strands so a truly braided ring can not be duplicated in mass, seam or no seam. If you cannot tolerate a seam, you would be happier with a cast ring.
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I am looking for an artisan to create a ring with Celtic knotwork designs. |
Celtic knotwork works well with ropes but does not translate perfectly in metal. Metal strands simply don't have the flexible nature that rope has and metal cannot be braided exactly like rope. Any of our ring styles that include a "C" are our representative celtic styles and many people looking for a Celtic-style ring like them very much. We do actually braid our rings from separate strands of gold, silver, and platinum so they are three dimensional, intricate and beautiful on the hand. If our available styles do not suit your preferences and you want an exact representation of Celtic knotwork, your other alternative is to find rings cast from a carved wax mold -- they won't be true knotwork but can be carved to look like knotwork.
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We love your rings but my fiancee is wary of ordering our rings on-line. Can I talk with you directly? |
Feel free to call us at (740) 742-8421 during reasonable hours (we are on eastern standard time). If you receive our answering service, please leave your name, number, and best times to return your call at our expense. We are happy to talk with you. We understand your needs. We founded, owned and operated Creations Gallery in Peninsula, OH for over a decade and helped many, many customers facing the same choices. From the experience gained from a brick-and-mortar storefront establishment, we can now help people all over the world from the comfort of their home. You can choose the level of involvement from calling us, emailing us with questions or simply ordering from the website. As far as on-line purchases, we recommend that if you have reservations, make purchases with a credit card that offers you recourse in case of disputes or unfair dealings, keep documentation of every transaction and educate yourself as to your consumer rights. We treat our customers fairly and honestly and, in turn, we appreciate that they treat us fairly and honestly. |
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on 2/14 i received the rings, ordered below. my boyfriend and i are very happy with the rings, but we have experienced one problem: my boyfriend's ring tarnishes almost immediately, probably due to the Ph of his skin. (mine doesn't, even though i wear my the same amount of time or more.) do you have a suggestion for how we could either prevent this (some type of coating?) or delay it? |
There are a few things that can effect sterling silver, one is a heavy chlorine in your wash water.chlorine turns silver black. The other is as you said some peoples skin ph can effect silver. You can do one of two things- first and probably best is to take it to a local jeweler and have in Rhodium Plated, this should cost less then $20, this is done to silver and white gold to keep the shine.Your other option is to try some clear nail polish on the inside of the ring but this may or may not help. There are also polishing cloths that are anti tarnish and that may also help. A last expensive but long term option is to upgrade to 14k White gold. Let me know if there is any thing else I can do.Thanks Todd
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