08/02/09

Thank you for the beautiful perfect ring!

by Cathif

Wren created a new-old wedding ring for me (added a stone and some design to my original band). She created the new ring exactly as I wanted it - It has gorgeous detail & a smooth profile – both! It’s better than I imagined. How is that even possible? Thanks Wren!

• Pros: Great designs and quality
• Cons: I don't live near-by

06/27/09

Amazing craftsmanship, GREAT customer service

by ChapelHill

Everything in this store is beautiful, and it is full of original designs! Almost all of the jewelry in the store is made by one of three designers, each with their own unique style of jewelry. I got my engagement ring and wedding band made at Goldworks by Ken. He worked with me and my fiance to design exactly the rings we wanted within our budget. The rings came back looking beautiful, but I wanted a couple of small adjustments made. Ken said he just wanted us to be happy, and made the adjustments for no extra charge. All of the designers at Goldworks seem more like artists who love their trade than like business people, and their dedication to customer satisfaction is obvious at every step of the process. I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone in the market for great jewelry!

• Pros: Best Local Jeweler - great people, stunning designs

06/21/09

Thanks Goldworks!‎

by annebenderson

Goldworks Studio is a fantastic jeweler for unique, custom designed jewelery. We had both my engagement ring and our wedding bands designed by Ken Weston at Goldworks. Not only did we get beautiful, personal, and high quality rings. We also really enjoyed the staff who are friendly and make you feel very comfortable even if you know nothing about gem stones, metals, and all the accouterments that go with shopping for that very special ring or piece of jewelery

• Pros: Everything

03/26/09

Inpeccable service!

by HeatherC

My fiance had my engagement ring designed by Ken Weston and it was absolutely stunning. The quality of the diamond and setting was top notch. We moved from Durham to Virginia about a year and a half ago. When it came time to design our wedding bands Goldworks was our first and only choice. We traveled all the way from Northern Virginia to Chapel Hill just to see Ken. My fiance and I had no idea what type of wedding bands we wanted. Ken helped us through the process and made many helpful suggestions. He never tried to sell us something we didn't want. We are a young couple and price is very important. He helped us to stay well within our budget.

When you meet Ken you immediately know that customer service is paramount and his top priority is to create quality work for a fair and competitive price. Ken is patient and kind. He did not rush us. We felt welcome and special in his studio. He will help design a piece for you that is uniquely you. I know that my ring is special and nobody else will have anything like it. He is no doubt the best jeweler in Chapel Hill and perhaps the country. I will never go to anyone else to buy or design jewelery.

• Pros: Friendly, great prices, beautiful and unique jewelry

10/03/08

Wonderful jewelry and amazing service!

by mooseraines

Both my wife and I got our wedding rings from Goldworks and we couldn't be happier! It was a wonderful experience to work with the actual goldsmiths who made our rings. Her ring is a beautiful hand-engraved platinum band with small diamonds wrapping around the middle made by Ken. We knew it was perfect the moment we saw it, and it was a pleasure to work with him to have it made to our specifications. I was a little more undecisive, but eventually settled on a very unusual style called mokume that you probably can't find anywhere else around here. The technique involves melding multiple metals and twisting and altering them until they reveal a pattern, and Ted can create an amazing array of patterns. There was an initial miscommunication about my ring that led to the wrong ring being made, but amazingly, Ted remade it in a day (despite being under the weather). When I, the undecisive person that I am, changed my mind on the pattern, Ted made me a third ring right away. The third time was indeed a charm, and the ring is perfect! Everyone in the store was helpful and kind throughout this long process, and were incredibly understanding about having to make 3 rings. Overall, both my wife and I highly recommend going with Goldworks for beautiful, unique jewelry and exceptional personal service!

09/24/08

Goldworks made my engagement very special!

by HappyPA

I had an amazing experience working with Goldworks (Ted specifically) on designing an engagement ring. Ted gave amazing advice and worked with me to obtain the look I was going for...all over email! I live in Philly and was a little concerned about never visiting the shop...but the customer service was amazing, I received photos and updates and all of my questions were answered quickly. The result (when I received the ring in the mail) was incredible. The quality is superb! I would highly recommend Goldworks to anyone who wants a one of a kind piece of jewelry for a special occasion!

• Pros: Customer Service, Qualtiy, and Value!
• Cons: I don't have more reasons to use them!

07/05/08

Truly Amazing! Fabulous Jewelry & Customer Service

by dinapezz

I got engaged 1 year ago..... have been searching for the perfect wedding band via on-line and stores ever since. The minute I came across the website... I knew I loved the work. As soon as I walked in the store and spoke to Wren and other staff I knew I would buy my ring and many others to come at goldworks. All off the designers are truly gifted. They are like no other. In a world where good customer service is almost obsolete... their Customer service is superior to everything I've ever encountered. I basically told Wren (owner) what I liked and didn't and said, do your thing. When I picked up my ring it was absolutely perfect. I can't wait to get married so I can hurry up and wear it! If you like one of a kind service and jewelry, go to Goldworks.

• Pros: Great jewelry, variety, and customer service
• Cons: Nothing

06/19/08

Beautiful work, wonderful people

by Laner02

I searched the net for weeks looking for the someone to make our wedding rings. I knew I'd come to the right place when I found the Goldworks site. Everyone I spoke with or emailed was helpful and knowledgeable. Their prices are fair, the materials and workmanship superb, and the artistry well, you won't find anything like their designs anywhere else. We now have two gorgeous, unique rings; one mokume-gane made by Ted and the other, one of Wren's pieces. We were able to do everything over the phone and the internet and I couldn't be happier with the results!

• Pros: Lovely custom work delivered ahead of schedule!!
• Cons: none

06/16/08

Great Service

by chandler1

Every time I've walked into Goldworks, I have had an excellent experience. I have interacted with several different staff members, and they have all been incredibly helpful and willing to work with me. It does not have the feeling of a large, impersonal jewelry store, but instead has a much more welcoming atmosphere. They are also excellent at what they do. I now recommend them to everyone I know.

• Pros: Interaction with staff, price.
• Cons: Quality of service may not be quite as impeccable.

03/13/08

Exquisite Jewelry made by Genuine Artists

by KristinaSteinhagen

I have bought several pieces at Goldworks and highly recommend them. The jewelry pieces are works of art and each piece shows off the creativity and excellence of the artist that made it. It just feels great to wear something that is not only beautiful but also has meaning.

The whole experience at Goldworks is pleasant and Wren really takes her time to get to know you and show you their precious art without being pushy. The store is more of a studio and the other art, including pottery and mirrors, really add to the experience. I don't buy meaningful pieces anywhere else.

• Pros: Everything about this store is a "Pro"