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ALITHEA DESIGN
ALITHEA DESIGN

ALITHEA DESIGN

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Jewelry type

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Introduction
I am the founder and owner of Alithea Design and I love to deliver expert diamond and gem stone advice, high quality jewelry making craftsmanship and a personalized journey in the process. With over 20 years of experience including, mining, diamond cutting, valuations, design and manufacturing, Clients across the US and internationally come back over and over to collaborate on new designs. I am committed to delivering high quality results for an exceptional value. I believe that we can set new standard for the jewelry making process – one with honesty, integrity and ethically sourced materials in the diamond and jewelry acquisitions we create at Alithea Design. My passion derives from the important part I play in those special moments that come from creating a beautiful piece of jewelry or one-of-a-kind gift for those special occasions or milestones in people’s lives.
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Current Top Pro

Hired 49 times

Serves Chicago, IL

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5 employees

19 years in business

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

Services offered
Service type
Jewelry type

Necklace

Ring

Earrings

Pendant

Material

Gold

Silver

Platinum

Projects and media

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Projects and media

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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47 reviews

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Alice K.
Nov 14, 2024
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I would have liked to check ALL the boxes! I am so very happy with the whole experience with John. I was very nervous at the start being how I sent my heirloom jewelry to him. I will forever be grateful for his patience and kindness to me and of course these precious rings he made for me and making my vision for them beyond my imagination! THANK YOU!!!

Details: Ring • Custom design and fabrication • Style modification • Gold • Diamonds • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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John B.
Dec 23, 2023
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John Vardis and Althea Designs has done an outstanding job doing custom improvements on a very special piece of jewelry made for my grandchildren. He delivered the work in time and done with great skill and artistry. I recommend his services to anyone needing a special piece of Jewelry . Great job!

Details: Necklace • Custom design and fabrication • Style modification • Gold • Birthstone • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

ALITHEA DESIGN's reply
Thank you John It was great working with you. All my best JV
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Chera V.
Jun 4, 2022
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John is so professional. The service and responsiveness was unmatched. I am beyond satisfied with the service, and will definitely be using them from henceforth for all my jewelry needs.

Details: Earrings • Style modification • Silver • None • At the pro’s location

ALITHEA DESIGN's reply
Chera, Thank you for your confidence and business. I am happy to help with anything in the future. John
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Rita L.
Oct 13, 2021
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John was awesome to work with - I wanted to design a custom band that would flush well against my engagement ring. I came in with a few ideas in mind, but with COVID I was worried that I couldn't get the right fit without meeting him in person/showing him my engagement ring. John reassured that it wouldn't be a problem, and asked for a few photos of my engagement ring. He was then able to create an initial CAD from my sketch. From there, we iterated on the design a couple times, and he 3D printed out/shipped a plastic mold for me to try on against my engagement ring (to make sure the flush was on point). Once we finalized on the design/sizing/flush, he productionized the final metal ring and sent it to me. The entire process took ~2months. As a vendor, John was extremely responsive during the entire process, and provided valuable recommendations/critiques on the feasibility of my ideas. I absolutely love how the final ring turned out, and would recommend his services to anyone wanting a piece of uniquely custom jewelry.

Details: Ring • Custom design and fabrication • Platinum • None • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

ALITHEA DESIGN's reply
Rita, Thanks so much for your confidence and collaboration. It was a pleasure to work with you on this custom designed wedding band. Congratulations!
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Jason R.
Sep 6, 2020
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John Vardis and his team were superior! From quote to stone selection to the inspection to the ring design and manufacturing John was top notch. John is a real professional who always responded to my questions exceptionally fast, no matter the hour. I must mention that I moved up my completion date to Labor Day weekend and he work tirelessly into the evening of a Friday on a holiday weekend. It was sent overnight to North Carolina and just in time to purpose on the mountain top! I will be having John design more jewelry for me in the future and would absolutely recommend his services to anyone! By the way the ring is beautiful and my fiancé was breath taken when she saw the custom design we came up with!

Details: Ring • Custom design and fabrication • Platinum • Gemstones (e.g., Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby) • Remotely (phone or internet)

ALITHEA DESIGN's reply
Jason Thank you! Congratulations on your engagement! So glad we had the opportunity to work together! Best wishes John
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