Custom Engagement Rings in Enid: Can You Have One by Christmas?

Quick answer: Yes, if you start soon. At Mead Jewelers in Enid, a custom engagement ring takes about four weeks once you approve the design. If you're hoping to propose over the holidays, the best time to come in and start is now.

There's something special about a holiday proposal. The lights are up, family is close, and the whole season already feels like a celebration. If you've been thinking about asking the big question this Christmas or on New Year's Eve, you might also be wondering if there's still time to create a ring that's truly one of a kind.

The good news is that a custom ring is simpler than most people expect. To show you how it works at Mead Jewelers, we'll follow one real ring through every step: Kelli G.'s. Kelli came to us with her grandmother's white-gold diamond cluster ring, and Ivy helped her redesign it into a wavy yellow-gold band with bezel-set diamonds she can wear every day. Most of the custom rings we design are engagement rings, and the steps are the same.

Why Choose a Custom Engagement Ring?

A ring from a case can be beautiful. A custom ring is beautiful and personal. When we design a ring with you, it's built around the person who'll wear it every day.

• It fits her style. Maybe she loves vintage details, or maybe she only wears simple, clean pieces. We design around what she already loves.
• It fits real life. We talk about how she works and lives, so the setting is comfortable and practical for her hands and her days.
• You're part of every step. You'll see and approve the design before anything is made, so there are no surprises.

How It Works at Mead Jewelers: 3 Simple Steps

1. Start with a conversation

Come see us at our store on W Owen K Garriott Rd. Bring photos you've saved, a screenshot of a ring she liked, or just a feeling about what she'd love. If you're not sure where to begin, that's perfectly okay. Kelli started with a ring that already meant a lot to her: her grandmother's diamond cluster ring.

We'll talk about her style, the diamond shape, the metal color, and your budget. If you'd like a head start at home, you can play with ideas in our online ring builder first and bring what you like with you.

2. See your design and fine-tune it

Before your ring is made, you'll see a hand sketch of it, and then a detailed computer design (CAD). You can make changes along the way: a thinner band, a different prong style, a few more diamonds on the side. We keep adjusting until it feels exactly right. For Kelli, the sketch showed the wavy band first, and the CAD then showed exactly how each diamond would sit.

3. Approve it, and your ring comes to life

Once you approve the design, your ring is crafted and set, then we check every detail before it's ready for you. That takes about four weeks from approval. We'll let you know when it's ready, and you can come in to pick it up and see it in person before the big moment. Kelli's finished ring carries her grandmother's diamonds into a band she can wear every day.

Planning a Christmas or New Year's Proposal

Because a custom ring takes about four weeks after you approve the design, timing matters this time of year. Here's a simple way to think about it:

• For a Christmas proposal, approve your design by Wednesday, November 25 to have your ring by Christmas.
• For a New Year's Eve proposal, approve your design by Monday, December 7 to have your ring in time for New Year's Eve.
• Leave yourself a little cushion. Starting in early November gives you room to make changes without feeling rushed.
• Not sure of her ring size? Borrow a ring she already wears on that finger, or ask a close friend or family member to help. Ring sizing questions are something we can help you with in the store.

If you're working with a tight deadline, give us a call and ask about your timing. We'll be honest with you about what's possible.

Using a Family Diamond

Some of the most meaningful engagement rings start with a diamond that's already in the family. In most cases, it can be reset into a brand-new design, and we'll look at it in person with you. That's exactly what Kelli did with her grandmother's ring.

What Our Customers Say

“Absolutely thrilled with the outcome of my ring! Ivy helped redesign my grandmothers ring into something I can wear everyday! The process was so fun and she was so knowledgeable and easy to work with!! Thank you Meads!” — Kelli G., Google review

You can see more of our real custom work in our custom jewelry gallery.

Custom Engagement Ring FAQ

How long does a custom engagement ring take? About four weeks once you approve the design. The design step before that depends on how many changes you'd like to make.

Can I choose a lab-grown or natural diamond? Yes. Mead Jewelers offers both, and we'll explain the differences so you can choose what feels right for you.

Is there a rush option? If you're up against a date, ask about rush service (fee applies). We'll tell you honestly whether your timeline can work.

Where can I design a custom engagement ring in Enid, Oklahoma? Mead Jewelers, at 3322 W Owen K Garriott Rd in Enid, designs custom engagement rings with couples from Enid and all over northwest Oklahoma. Learn more on our custom engagement rings page.

Come See Us

If a holiday proposal is in your plans, we'd love to help you design the ring. Stop by or give us a call, and let's get started on something she'll wear for a lifetime.

Mead Jewelers
3322 W Owen K Garriott Rd, Enid, OK 73703
Phone: (580) 234-8434
Hours: Tuesday through Friday 10 to 5:30, Saturday 10 to 3