Transforming Your Old Jewellery: A Guide to Remaking and Remodeling
- Vu Jewellers
- Jul 18
- 2 min read
Breathe New Life into Your Old Jewellery
At Vū Jewellers, we believe that jewellery should be worn, loved, and part of your everyday story – not left sitting at the bottom of a jewellery box, forgotten and unworn.
Whether it’s a ring that no longer fits your style, a necklace from another era, or an inherited piece that holds sentimental value but doesn’t quite feel like “you” – we can help. Remodelling your old jewellery is a beautiful way to honour the past while creating something new that reflects who you are today.
What is remodelling, exactly?
Remodelling is all about transformation. We take the stones, metal, or overall idea from a piece you already own and reimagine it into something fresh. It might be as simple as resetting a diamond into a new band, or as creative as completely redesigning a piece from scratch. The result is a bespoke piece of jewellery with history, meaning – and a brand new life.
Why consider remodelling?
Sentimental value – Heirloom pieces often carry deep emotional connections. Remodelling allows you to keep those memories close, while updating the design to suit your style.
Sustainability – Using what you already have is a thoughtful, sustainable choice.
Uniqueness – There’s something incredibly special about a one-of-a-kind design that tells your story.
Value – You already own the gold or the stones – why not turn them into something wearable?
How does the process work?
It all starts with a conversation. Bring your piece in to our Queenstown workshop, and we’ll sit down together to chat about what’s possible. We’ll look at the materials, talk through design ideas, and come up with something that feels just right. We can sketch ideas, show you similar styles we’ve made, and keep you closely involved throughout the whole process.
Some clients come in with a clear vision; others have no idea where to start – and both are completely fine. We’re here to guide you.
Let’s make something beautiful
We love nothing more than helping you create a piece you’ll wear and treasure every day. If you have jewellery that’s gathering dust, let’s reimagine it together.
Pop into the gallery, give us a call, or send us a message – we’d love to talk about what’s possible.
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