EC Design — Local services in Minneapolis

When I was ready to propose, I knew I wanted something as beautiful and unique as my (hopefully) future wife, so I immediately ruled out cheesy places that advertise on KFAN. Same went for that uppity place with the blue boxes.

I wasn't even sure if the type of ring I imagined existed: I wanted something simultaneously ancient and modern, something of true beauty that seemed to capture both earth and sky, something that was grounded and transcendent at the same time. So I started Googling.

After many fruitless hours spent searching in vain, I reached a point of near complete exasperation when I typed in some magical combination of search terms that brought me to EC Design. Bless you, O Great Google Algorithm!

After browsing her website for about a millisecond, I knew I wanted an EC Design ring, so I furtively called the number on the website and spoke to Emily. She could not have been nicer, and I made an appointment to see her at her studio.

I'd inherited my grandmother's two wedding rings (she was a widower who remarried), and my hope was that the modest diamonds could be incorporated my soon-to-be fiancee's ring. Emily said that would be no problem. I was so happy; not only would the ring be high in sentimental value, but it would also fit my not unlimited budget.

The process of designing the ring from scratch with Emily was a real joy. She was a savant when it came to selecting the properly proportioned combination of metals. I never felt pressured to spend beyond my means, and Emily highlighted how special the ring would be with my family jewels in it, saying something to the effect of "There's a lot of love in those stones." She even offered to apply the scrap value of the gold from my grandmother's rings to the final balance.

I could go on and on, but I've gone on for long enough. Long story short: Emily is the best. The ring she made was stunning, and the "Yes!" came fast and furious. My fiancee loved it so much that she wanted Emily to make a wedding band, and I got in on the action by ordering an EC Design wedding ring of my own. We both get compliments on our respective rings all the time, and tell everyone who asks exactly where they can get their own piece of amazing.

Don't be a fool! Call Emily and have her make a badass and beautiful piece for you, or buy one of her already fabricated pieces. What are you waiting for? Hurry up!

~Erik Sundman,...

When it came time to get an engagement ring, I went to Emily. I remembered Emily's studio from an Art-A-Whirl a few years ago so I visited her, explained my situation; I knew absolutely nothing about jewelry, but I wanted something locally made, unique, beautiful, special, and not ridiculously expensive. She was really helpful and super understanding of what I was after. Emily is knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating and working with her was a breeze. Together we chose something that I thought fit the bill and it worked! My fiancé and I went back to her for her wedding band. A+ all around. Locally made, stunning, and...

I always knew I wanted a non-conventional ring, I wanted something with color, and something that would stand out. I looked at all different Instagram pages and surfed the web. I was sooo excited and happy to find EC design because her work was JUST what I was looking for. The jewelry is unique, creative and eclectic. My fiancé and I went in together to design the ring. It was a personal, fun and smooth experience. Emily and her metalsmith were very helpful in offering suggestions and saw my vision through. I get so many complements on my ring and I myself can’t stop admiring it! 5/5...