About the Jeweler
Sara Lundquist
Sara Lundquist holds a rare and prestigious distinction: she is a GIA Graduate Jeweler and a GIA Jewelry Design & Technology diploma holder. The Gemological Institute of America is the world's foremost authority on diamonds, colored stones, and pearls — and earning both credentials means something profound about the work Sara brings to every piece.
Her Graduate Jeweler training involved 28 weeks of intensive bench work: sawing, piercing, forging, advanced torch techniques, soldering, annealing, brazing, gemstone setting, casting, wax carving, laser welding, metallurgy, and hand engraving. Her hands know every fundamental of traditional jewelry making.
Her Design & Technology diploma represents mastery of the digital side: CAD design in Rhinoceros and ZBrush, 3D printing and prototyping, photorealistic rendering, design principles (texture, shape, form, balance, negative space, color), and the full spectrum of modern manufacturing processes.
Having both means Sara can take your vision and translate it into a photorealistic digital rendering, show you exactly what your ring will look like from every angle, refine it in real time, and then oversee the entire production process with expert knowledge of what's actually possible. She's not a designer who passes files to someone else — she understands every single step of making jewelry because she was trained to do it all herself. That's what makes her collaborative process so intimate and interactive.
Sara founded Pacific Jewel in 2019 from her home studio in San Clemente, California. What began as handmade pieces on Etsy has grown into a thriving custom fine jewelry business. She's created over 2,500 pieces — from delicate everyday rings to show-stopping engagement rings set with rare gemstones. With every piece, she brings passion, precision, and the rare combination of old-world craft and modern design.
GIA
Graduate Jeweler
GIA
Design & Technology
2,500+
Pieces Created
2019
Founded
The Process
Where Design Meets Craft
Sara's dual GIA training means she bridges the gap between vision and reality. For custom fine jewelry, she works directly with you from concept to completion.
The Custom Fine Jewelry Process
Sara designs your piece in Rhinoceros 3D, creating a digital model she can render photorealistically from every angle. You see exactly what your ring will look like. Revisions happen in real time — adjusting stone size, band width, setting style, proportions. Once the design is perfect, Sara oversees the casting process and then sets every gemstone by hand at her bench, polishing the finished piece until it's flawless.
The Handmade Collection
Every piece in our everyday Pacific Jewel collection is handcrafted to order at Sara's bench. You can be part of as much or as little of the making process as you'd like — from watching a livestream of your ring being forged to taking an in-person workshop and soldering it yourself.
Visit the Studio
San Clemente, CA
By Appointment · 8am–8pm Daily
106 W Mariposa Unit B
San Clemente, CA 92672
Visit Sara's studio to see your custom design in person, explore the handmade collection, or schedule a private consultation. You'll get to know the person behind every piece and see firsthand the care that goes into your jewelry.
Services
What We Offer
Custom Fine Jewelry
Sara designs your piece in CAD, creates photorealistic renderings, refines the design with your input, and oversees the entire production from casting through hand-setting and polishing. Your vision becomes reality with precision and care.
Handmade Collection
Every piece is handcrafted to order at Sara's bench. Wear everyday jewelry that was made just for you. Choose to be involved in the process — from livestream forging to in-person soldering — or simply receive your finished piece.
Workshops & Events
Learn jewelry making hands-on with Sara. Permanent jewelry parties, ring-making workshops, bachelorette events, and private group experiences. Create memories while you create beautiful pieces.