Custom Design Testimonials



Custom Design Testimonials

See What Customers Have to Say
About Working with
Star Sosa...



Matt & Brie YouTube Video

Matt & Brie couldn't find the right wedding ring
to pair with Brie's unique engagement ring.
Star Sosa solved their problem
with a custom created diamond ring guard.
Watch the video where they share about their experience
at Spectrum Art & Jewelry
and with jewelry designer, Star Sosa.




Star and the Spectrum Gallery
is truly an asset to Wilmington
and I'm thrilled that I don't have to travel
to New York or Boston
to find great art and design. 
When I decided to upgrade my wedding ring
I went straight to Star. 
She designed several pieces for me in the past
and I had every confidence that she would be up to the challenge of designing this ring. 
The design process began with 12 small step cut diamonds
from a ring I inherited
and it evolved into a spectacular ring
 with a 3 carat Royal Asscher center diamond.  
I shared some photos and ideas with Star
 and even though I prefer more contemporary design we agreed a more traditional setting would showcase
the center diamond better,
but I also believe great design can't be dictated
and creative liberty is necessary. 
 The end result is a little bit country
 and a little bit rock and roll, 
the perfect marriage of ideas from Star Sosa and Scott Jones. 
 Scott fine tuned the design with unexpected accents
that made the ring truly unique. 
He is a true master of his craft
and poured his heart into creating this ring for me.
 I know both Star and Scott are as proud of it
as I am proud to wear it.

-Linda Neustadt




Knowing Star's reputation and the quality and variety of jewelry she presents in the gallery, I was confident that she would be able to redesign and fabricate my sapphire and diamond ring. Having the computer program available to actually present each idea we proposed was invaluable to me in seeing all of the possibilities. We kept in touch via e-mail, complete with pictures of the proposed design and a cost estimate. She made the process not only fun, but easy as well. I provided the original ring, an 18kt gold shank with an oval sapphire and two round diamonds. Star provided additional gold and platinum.

I LOVE my ring - it's exactly what I expected and wanted... Art on my finger!

She has done work for at least one of my friends and others have been very interested in working with her based on my experience. Star's recommendation that I bring in any old gold for sale which she would apply to the cost of my ring saved me quite a bit - a great suggestion that I really appreciated. She also sent me a restaurant gift certificate in appreciation for sending her another client - much appreciated and a gesture that certainly speaks to the way she conducts her business, with gratitude for her clients and a desire to cultivate a relationship with them, also shown in the many opportunities she offers for clients to come in from time to time for social events and to keep in touch.”

- Janice Bohannon


My Custom design experience was a lot of fun. 

Star had lots of pictures for me to look at for custom designed rings.

I provided the stones for the setting and Star provided the gold.

I cashed in some of my unloved gold pieces to offset the cost of the setting. 

I was referred to Star by a very good friend who attended the first appointment with me. 

I am thrilled with the finished product and I would be happy to recommend Star to any of my friends.

      -Merriel Bowditch





"It was a delightful problem to have. 
My jewelry box contained four diamond rings
that each held great sentimental value. 
Unfortunately, the rings were either outdated ,
too tight or looked too dainty on my long fingers.

 I had seen Star Sosa's designs and
knew that she and her goldsmith,
could bring new life to these rings.

 Star spent time with me to ensure
that her designs fit my personality and my lifestyle. 
She ensured that we were both in agreement
on the design and price before beginning the projects.


My great-grandmother's cluster ring
was transformed
into an eye-catching stunner
with the addition of a wide gold band.
My grandmother's platinum and diamond engagemen
t ring
was delicately stretched over a blanket of gold,
blending the best features of the antique ring
with the flair of a modern design.
My mother's engagement ring
was joined with my own
to create a one-of-a-kind
 bypass ring that is equally feminine and bold.
And finally, the lovely stone from a battered 1920s ring
found new life in a contemporary pinky ring.

Some of my rings needed additional gold to augment the settings. I gathered old wedding bands and other bent and broken pieces of 14k and 18k jewelry and watched in awe as these items reappeared weeks later in stunning new forms. How exciting and rewarding to know that the gold

worn by generations before me is now with me each day.
None of this would have been possible without
 Star's artistic vision.

She kept the best features of the old
jewelry and added just enough of a
modern design to make a visual statement.
She kept within my budget
and ensured that I was updated
on the progress at all times.

For anyone considering the purchase
of a new piece of custom jewelry or a
complete redesign of a well-loved antique,
you will not be disappointed
with the excellent artistry and customer

service provided by Spectrum Art and Jewelry."

-Julie Rehder





"My Custom design experience with Star was wonderful! 
It was such an easy process. 
We sat down together and quickly whipped out a design. 
It is beautiful and I have gotten a lot of compliments. 
I provided the center diamond for my pendant
and Star provided the rest.
 I have known Star for a long time, I used to be her dentist. 
I have bought a lot of custom designs from her. 
I know her work and I trust her.
 I have never seen anything that she designed that I didn't like.  Star is very talented and good at what she does.  I have and will continue to recommend Star to my friends for their custom jewelry needs.  The friends I have recommended to Star have also been thrilled with their custom designs."

-Renee Barnes




"Star made the process fun. 
S
e spent time to get to know us first,
discovering our preferences throughout the process. 

She made what could have been a difficult process, easy!

I had the diamond and she worked around that
 
- again, she made it easy! 

A friend of ours had recommended her
and after talking with her for,
maybe 15-20 minutes,
 we were sold. 

Everything was done in a professional manner,
right through to the jeweler's appraisal.
We were absolutely satisfied with our custom design! 

We have already recommended Star to our friends
...
people have been blown away by the engagement ring!"

-Kirk Bertram




"Star,
We received the ring on Friday. 
Leanne and I are amazed at how perfect it is! 
We are both so excited. 
It is exactly what we were hoping for. 
My thanks to you and Michael for seeing this project through.  Thanks also for the special pearl necklace.
It is lovely.
Thanks again!
     Best,"
  
                                        
  John Dettleff
 




"My custom design experience
with
Spectrum Gallery was unbelievable. 
The people make you feel so comfortable and take all of your ideas and put it on paper right before your eyes. 
You are able to see the jewelry
you have been dreaming of come to life. 
Star is not happy until you are happy with the work.
 It is really indescribable how you feel when you get that phone call saying your piece is ready, and the 1st look on your face tells it all.  The time is all worth the wait. 
I have already referred my friends to Spectrum,
and no where else for quality work. 
I love you Spectrum Gallery,
Star, and all the girls involved with my project!
Thank you, Thank you."

-
Susan Shugart




"My experience at Spectrum Gallery
really took me by surprise. 
When I first looked at my family's stones and decided
that I wanted to have my wedding rings made out of them,
I thought it was going to be a long journey
finding just the right person and place
to bring my vision to life. 
I had several appointments set-up
and Spectrum Gallery was the first. 
Within ten minutes, I knew
that I would no longer need to go
to any of the other appointments I had made. 
Star Sosa's creativity, vision, and sincere considerations
for what we wanted were instantly clear. 
It was also immediately obvious
how knowledgeable she was about jewelry.
Magnificent pieces of hers in the gallery revealed
her amazing talent.
Spectrum Gallery gives me this peaceful feeling
whenever I am there. 
I am so fortunate to have found such a
trustworthy, unique, and quality person and place to have
 my wedding rings custom made
." 


- Stephanie Perrin





"The earrings and ring just arrived. 
They are beautiful! 
The ring is outstanding. 
The earrings will be just right for Carolyn.
 I wasn't planning on giving them to her until our anniversary, but I don't think I can wait. 
Every once in a while I get ideas for Jewelry for Carolyn
 and set out on a design project. 
I will be sure to let you know the next time
the "mood" strikes me.
Thank you very much!"


-Art Thompson


Custom Designs by Star


Star Sosa Bridal



                    

  
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