So, I have begun the hunt for an engagement ring.
I've left it rather last minute seeing as we had an idea last week to announce the engagement at our housewarming party. I know it's possible, but I don't want to really announce it without a ring. It's a bit of an anti-climax.
And yes, I know we've both been slack. I just didn't know where to start, so I never actually started...
And yes, I also know that the boy is meant to go and get it and bring it to me, but we are really not very traditional in that sense. I think he would rather leave it to me so he doesn't have to worry about it. He will come with me to get it and try it on, but I already know he doesn't have time during the week to do anything other than work. And while they have work, they should be working! Especially in 'these times'.
So I have called two jewellers who I have heard good things about, and am already over it. $1800 for a plain band? not including the gem?
*sigh*
To be honest, the lady that quoted me that price was super helpful, and explained the differences between cast and handmade etc.
I am going to go in and have a look at the second place, as they have a wide range that are already made, and they said they have quite a few with sapphires. (what I am after)
Any tips?
ring, ring, ring...?
May 25th, 2009 at 06:45 am
May 25th, 2009 at 07:22 am 1243236120
May 25th, 2009 at 01:12 pm 1243257170
I do like your choice of sapphire!
May 25th, 2009 at 02:59 pm 1243263585
I picked out my own ring too. There wasn't much element of surprise which is how I liked it.
May 25th, 2009 at 04:55 pm 1243270553
May 26th, 2009 at 02:05 am 1243303549
May 26th, 2009 at 02:35 pm 1243348520
I personally think that engagement rings should be a surprise. Even if the guy screws it up and got the wrong size. After the surprise, you can always get it properly re-fitted.
That said, I'm glad to hear that you're so easy to work with. That's sure as heck better than dealing with someone who insists that everything be done for them perfectly. I don't think I can handle someone like that.
May 26th, 2009 at 02:55 pm 1243349746
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