Every great jewelry collection starts with an idea – a sketch on paper, a CAD file, or even just a reference photo. But how does that idea become a finished piece ready for your brand’s customers?
At Active Design, we specialize in turning concepts into high-quality jewelry through our streamlined OEM/ODM process. Whether you’re launching a new brand or expanding an existing line, understanding this process helps you plan better and feel confident in your manufacturing partner.
Below, we walk you through every step of our OEM/ODM journey – from your first sketch to the final polished piece.
The process begins with you. You provide:
Hand-drawn sketches
CAD files (STL, .3dm, .step, etc.)
Reference images of similar designs
Or simply a written description of your vision
No professional drawing skills? No problem. Our design team can interpret rough concepts and transform them into technical drawings.
✅ What happens next:
We review your idea, assess feasibility, and suggest materials, stone options, and construction methods – all while keeping your budget and timeline in mind.
Once we agree on the concept, our in-house CAD designers create a detailed 3D model of your jewelry piece.
You receive a 360° view of the model
Dimensions, stone settings, and metal thickness are clearly shown
You can request unlimited revisions until you’re 100% satisfied
This step ensures that every detail – from the curve of a band to the placement of a claw setting – is perfected before any physical material is cut.
🔒 Confidentiality guaranteed:
All CAD files and design data are protected by a signed NDA. We never share or reuse your designs.
After CAD approval, we produce a physical sample. This is usually done in two stages:
Wax or resin model (via 3D printing) – for shape and size verification
Metal sample (lost wax casting) – to check weight, balance, and finishing
The sample is cast in your chosen metal (sterling silver, 14K/18K gold, brass, or gold vermeil) and roughly finished so you can see the real look and feel.
✈️ We ship the sample to you
You can inspect the sample, try it on, and even test its durability. Only after your written approval do we move to bulk production.
Once the sample is approved, we create a rubber mold for production. This mold allows us to replicate the design accurately for batch orders.
The lost wax casting process is then used:
Wax copies are made from the rubber mold
Each wax is invested in a metal flask
Molten metal is poured after the wax is burned out
Result: precise metal replicas of your design
📦 Low MOQ support
We accept orders as low as 10 pieces per design – perfect for emerging brands or test collections.
After casting, each piece goes through:
Cutting & filing – removing excess metal and smoothing surfaces
Stone setting – prong, pave, bezel, or channel setting for diamonds and gemstones
Grinding & polishing – achieving the desired shine or matte texture
Plating – rhodium, gold, or rose gold plating for extra protection and color
Every component is handled by experienced craftsmen who ensure each piece matches your approved sample.
Before packaging, every piece undergoes three rounds of inspection:
Visual check – scratches, porosity, plating consistency
Dimensional check – weight, size, and stone alignment
Setting check – each stone is tested for secure placement
Only pieces that pass all three checks are cleared for shipping.
🛡️ Your guarantee
We stand behind our work. If any piece does not meet the agreed specifications, we replace it at no extra cost.
Finally, your finished jewelry is carefully packed:
Bubble bag
Outer cartons with foam inserts to prevent movement
Labeled with your SKU codes or logo (upon request)
We ship via Brinks,Malca-Amit,DHL, FedEx, UPS, or air freight to any destination. You receive a tracking number and real-time updates.
🚚 Global delivery
Active Design exports to the USA, UK, Europe, Australia, and beyond. Typical shipping time: 3–7 business days for express.
Low MOQ – Start with just 10 pieces per design
Fast sample – 15–20 days, sample cost refundable on bulk order
Full confidentiality – Signed NDA before any design work
No minimum design fee – Design support included for bulk orders
Wide material choice – Diamond, silver, brass, gold vermeil, and more
Whether you have a detailed CAD file or just a rough sketch, Active Design is here to bring your jewelry vision to life.
📧 Email us: sales@activedesignhk.com
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