Yes. Every project may potentially have additional fees such as an outside ring engraving , gem stones or additional stone setting fees, additional material costs, or expedited shipping costs. Most couples do not end up spending more than $9,000 for their pair of rings and The Portland Wedding Ring Experience.

The difference mostly has to do with design. If you want a simple, half-domed or flat band without much texture, or you want a cut out, hammered, or planished texture, fabrication is the way to go. If you want organic or detailed texture, asymmetrical shapes, or a more undulating surface, then wax carving is ideal. Still not sure? Purchase the “undecided” workshop option or contact me at allison@ringedpdx.com.

If you’re attending a metal fabrication workshop, then yes! If you participate in metal fabrication but request engravings and/or stone settings, those will have to occur outside of my workshop. In that case, your rings will be mailed to you. Wax carved rings must be cast outside of my workshop, so those will always be mailed to you. Casting typically takes 6 weeks.

Workshops may only be scheduled after your ticket has been purchased, and at least 8 - 15 weeks in advance of your desired date to ensure time for design discussion and arrival of precious metals. Workshops take place on Saturdays or Sundays. On a tight schedule? A weekdays will most likely allow you to get in!. If you’re traveling to Portland from out of town and want to make sure I’m available before purchasing your tickets, please contact me at allison@ringedpdx.com. If Allison’s schedule allows, a rush workshop may be able to be booked with an additional $200 rush fee.

Yes! Payment plans are created for each individual client and their needed timeline. All material and workshop fees must be paid in full three weeks prior to the workshop. This ensures all materials arrive at the studio prior to your workshop date.