From Messy Canvases to Delicate Metalwork

Before I worked with metal, I was a painter, creating large, expressive works. Then I stumbled into jewellery-making, and I was hooked. I was entirely captivated by the durability of metal and the idea that everything I make has the potential to last for generations. It’s been a journey of constant learning, evolving from wild strokes of paint to precise craftsmanship, all the while staying connected to my artistic roots.

Capturing Your Story Through Jewellery

The world of engagement rings can feel intimidating—so much focus is placed on diamonds and their material value. But I believe the true value lies in creating a deeply sentimental piece that reflects personal stories through thoughtful design and meaningful elements.

My goal is to focus on the person behind the ring, making the entire process enjoyable and personal. I believe in exploring the “unusual” and bringing fresh design perspectives. This makes my work stand out, ensuring that anyone who sees one of my pieces knows it’s bespoke, custom, and deeply personal.

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Custom Process

Bringing Your Vision to Life

1. The Brief:
We start with a conversation. I’ll ask questions to understand your vision and show you examples of jewellery along similar lines—things you may not have considered before.

2. Refining the Design:
Once we have a clearer idea, I provide a quote. If you're happy with the price, we move to the design phase. This is usually done over WhatsApp to maintain close communication.

3. Design and CAD Renderings:
I’ll create CAD renderings to show exact proportions based on your finger size and stone choices. This gives us the chance to make tweaks together before production begins.

4. Manufacturing:
With your approval, I begin crafting the piece. The manufacturing process typically takes 4-6 weeks, but I can expedite it to 5 working days if needed (excluding engraving).

5. Delivery and Final Approval:
You’ll receive high-resolution images of the finished piece for final approval before shipping. Your jewellery is then securely delivered to your door with full insurance coverage.

My Past Work

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What My Clients Say

  • When I saw the white velvet box, I felt excited and anxious at the same time. I opened the ring box and basically stood in the kitchen, mesmerized and admired the ring for a good 10 minutes before I realised it’s mine and I can take it out of the box. The delicate and detailed craftmanship blew me away. The Protea styled prongs securing the diamond was the main feature I was aiming for. The additional touches done by KallieSolo was exceptional and didn't steal the limelight it supported the main aspects of the ring.

    Absolutely would recommend KallieSolo. She has the knowledge, experience and skills to extract the feelings and emotions of what you are looking for and then, with her expertise, manifests it in the design.

    ~ Emden Pienaar

  • From the very first moment, I knew Kallie was exceptional. Her attention to detail and commitment to client service are truly next-level. Since then, I’ve ordered several personalized pieces from her, including earrings and a ring for my wife. Each time, Kallie has gone above and beyond, providing a personal touch that’s hard to find. She took the time to communicate directly via WhatsApp, shared hand-drawn designs, and worked with me every step of the way to bring those designs to life.

    The relationship we’ve built over the past nine years is simply invaluable. Kallie’s artistry and dedication have made every piece truly unique, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone. She is, without a doubt, the best designer I’ve ever worked with.

    ~ Wilco

  • I saw Kallie's work when I was looking for a gift for my mother a long time ago. I never forgot her work. It was different from everyone else's.

    Kallie was excited by her work. She was excited by my ideas. I felt seen. There is finesse and femininity there that is timeless and that cannot be store bought. She is genuinely so excited about the art and the craftmanship.

    This ring makes me feel like me. It is so exceptionally unique and different and timeless from anything that I have ever seen and it makes me feel special. It almost feels like having a secret or knowing what someone is having for Christmas. A quick glance at my hand and I get a rush of dopamine. This beautiful, thoughtful craftmanship is a piece of love and labour. I get that and I appreciate that. I also appreciate the man that bought it for me, and the two loves of labour go well together.
    ~ E Potgieter

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the Payment Terms?
A 65% deposit is required to secure design time, workshop hours, and materials, with the balance due upon completion.

2. Can you work with my stones?
Yes! I’m happy to incorporate your own stones into the design.

3. Can you reuse my gold?
I don’t reuse gold directly but offer a buy-in option to refine and replace it with fresh material.

4. What is your lead time?
Standard production takes 4-6 weeks, with a priority option available in 5 days.

5. Do you offer insured shipping?
Yes, all pieces are shipped with full insurance.

6. How do I determine my ring size?
I can help you figure out your size during the design process.

7. Do you offer plating?
Plating is on offer by request, but not recommended. For white gold products, I manufacture using a high-quality palladium alloy to avoid the need for plating.

8. Do you offer engraving?
Optional inner ring engraving is available.

9. Do you provide a valuation certificate?
Yes, each piece comes with a certificate, including reference images for insurance purposes.