NEW: Live Online Class – Learn what you want, when you need it!
What’s on Jim’s Bench:
“Problem Solving for Jewelers”
Course Description: Join me for What’s on Jim’s Bench, an innovative and interactive online class tailored for beginner to intermediate-level jewelers. This subscription-based, ongoing class offers a personalized learning experience driven by your questions and challenges. Through a combination of lecture, demonstration, and Q&A, we’ll tackle students’ real-world problems and solutions!
Live Online classes begin February 5th, 2025; 3:00-4:30 pm PST
Jim Dailing Custom Jewelry Design
About Jim
Jim Dailing specializes in creating unique engagement rings and custom wedding rings specifically designed to the style and personality of his clients. From his studio in beautiful Bend, Oregon, Jim works with both national and international clients. In addition to custom jewelry design, Jim is an accomplished instructor in metalsmithing, stone setting, and sculpture.
Crafted with Integrity
Jim believes in creating not only beautiful but also responsible jewelry and goes the extra mile to ethically source all materials, ensuring that every diamond, gemstone, and metal used in our custom wedding rings is obtained in an ethical and sustainable manner. From conflict-free diamonds to responsibly reclaimed and recycled metals, we prioritize transparency and accountability in our supply chain. With Jim Dailing, you can wear your rings with pride, knowing that they were crafted with integrity.
Mindfully Sourced Materials and Designs Uniquely Customized for YOUR Wedding and Engagement Rings

Affordable AND One-of-a-kind
‘Custom’ means we can control the cost together for the right fit for you
When “one-of-a-kind” is important
Your love story is unlike any other. We believe in the power of the one-on-one design process when it comes to creating your custom wedding and engagement rings. True artistry lies in the ability to capture the essence of your unique journey and translate it into a tangible symbol that reflects your love and individuality.
Let’s Begin
We invite you to experience the magic of creating something truly one-of-a-kind. Begin by telling us who you are.

Testimony
“I am very thankful that I came across Jim online. My girlfriend (now fiancé!) has a family bracelet that holds very special meaning to her. Jim was able to take the bracelet design and craft a beautiful, custom-made engagement ring. Even though Jim was 8 hours away, the ease of working with him was awesome.
His unique approach included mailing me a wax prototype of the ring to evaluate before making the actual ring. When I proposed, I will never forget the look on her face when she recognized the design. I couldn’t have imagined the ring or my fiancé’s reaction being any better. Jim nailed it!”
Online Classes
If you’re interested in our online seminars please browse our upcoming offerings below. We’re committed to sharing our knowledge and expertise with the jewelry-making community, and we’d love to have you join us.
Stone Setting without Prongs and Street Gemology – June 2,3,4
This live 3-day online course will focus on bead and flush stone setting processes, individual student needs and “Street Gemology.” Classes are 2 hours with a combination of lecture and live demonstration. Hands-on stone setting and practice will be on your own outside of class.
Stone Settings without Prongs – Tuesdays April 11 + 18, 2023
Stone Settings without Prongs About this course This demo-centered virtual course at Metalwerx School for Jewelry...
Virtual Class – Stone Setting without Prongs and Street Gemology – March 10, 11, 12
BEAD AND FLUSH SETTING About this course This live 3-day online course will focus on bead and flush setting processes,...
Live Workshops
And we love to come out and meet you and teach in-person too! If you don’t see a workshop in your area, contact me and let’s set something up!
Stone Setting without Prongs – Pueblo CO – Aug. 6-9 2021
STONE SETTING WITHOUT PRONGS: BEAD SETTING, FLUSH SETTING & TAPERED BEZEL SETTING About this course This 4 day...
Stone Setting without Prongs – Sunriver July 31-Aug 1, 2021
STONE SETTING WITHOUT PRONGS: BEAD SETTING, FLUSH SETTING & TAPERED BEZEL SETTING About this course This live...
Jewelry making classes in Bend, Oregon
Stone Setting without Prongs
Teaching jewelry making workshops
Simply put, I make jewelry because I love making jewelry. I love the hammers and torches. I love the files, gadgets as...
Jewelry making workshops
Teaching jewelry making workshops in Bend, Oregon.
Wax Carving and Casting Workshop
On October 21 & 22nd I will be offering a wax carving and casting workshop from 10am-6pm in my Bend studio. The...













