Keith is so skilled and talented! We wanted something unique, and everything he does is one of a…read morekind. He listened to everything I wanted, found the perfect stone, talked through the design, got my input on sketches beforehand and then allowed me to make adjustments once he started carving. It was fun seeing the process as my ring progressed. The end result was perfect - pictures absolutely do not do it justice. I would recommend Keith to anyone in a heartbeat - I'm so glad my fiancée found Wax Jewelry Design Studio!

If you are into custom-made jewelry, this is the place to go! The owners, Keith and Sandra, are…read moreawesome people and very easy to work with. I have two jewelry projects done here with the loose gemstones gifted by my parents. I am very happy with the final products. Keith, the designer, patiently worked with me to co-design the perfect pieces. He offered innovative ideas to make the the jewelry pieces super unique. Also, they provided me a complimentary appraisal document for one of the custom-made jewelry for insurance purposes. A recent project is a beautiful topaz necklace in non-tarnish sterling silver setting. It's made in 2020 and they take great COVID precautions in the store when working with clients.

Stacey and her staff are amazing. She was referred to me a few years ago from a close family…read morefriend who is also in the jewelry industry. At that time, I was looking for a 15 year anniversary ring for my wife. Stacey found us a diamond that was second to none. My wife picked out one of Stacey's amazing halo settings and within a few days, my wife was happily wearing it! And due to a loss of my wife's original engagement ring, we were in the market for a replacement. Stacey worked directly with our insurance company to maximize their payout. She did a great job and got an additional $2,100 more than I was able to squeeze out of them. Of course, my wife desired to upgrade. Once again, Stacey found us an amazing GIA certified diamond that is stunning! We again chose one of Stacey's settings and it is beautiful. Between these two rather large purchases my wife has picked up a few other pieces. Don't forget to have her put you on the mailing lists. Some pretty good deals.

Recently went through the process of ring shopping at Brooks Diamonds and they made a nervous…read moreexperience very easy and calming. Everybody involved was very helpful and I would highly recommend to anybody who wants to go through the process and is looking for smart, trustworthy people!

4.5 stars. Songbird Artistry is a local, family-owned business that sells merchandise that is made…read moreby over 50 local artisans as well as art classes. The merchandise includes jewelry (e.g., necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and pins), apparel (e.g., gloves, hats, t-shirts, onesies, and bibs), bath products (e.g., soaps, beard balm, aftershave, and shower steamers), foods (e.g., olive oil, vinegar, seasonings, and dog and cat treats), stationery (e.g., stickers, greeting cards, and magnets), and home decor (e.g., candles, coasters, prints, and knick-knacks). I bought one pierogi magnet for five dollars. This magnet sticks well to my refrigerator in my kitchen, and it looks cute.

I've had my eye on this shop for some time now and was very glad to see them represented at the…read moreMingo Creek covered bridge festival. Their jewelry is locally hand made and goes anywhere from traditional to whimsical motifs including Harry Potter, Disney, Hamilton the musical, mosaics, and even dried flowers! Their booth only carries a limited selection of what's in the store where they have partnered with local food vendors such as Olive and Marlowe, as well as other Pittsburgh vendors to sell you almost anything. You can find stickers, clothing, caps, coasters, keychains, soap, candles and so much more! I was able to chat with Jenny who is one of the owners of the business who told me that they offer various craft classes in the store as well as unique themed parties such as Harry Potter for kids. If attending a class is not your bag because of the pandemic then on occasion you can purchase a craft kit in store and arrange for a Zoom class on a particular day to make your craft. They are very flexible when is comes to meeting people exactly where they are. You can find most anything on their website. Have something in particular in mind? Just contact them and they will accommodate your every need. During my visit I picked up two pairs of earrings with surgical steel backs. Jenny gave me some rubber stoppers with my purchases to insure they won't get lost. I purchased a pretty teardrop stud earring set and the Hamilton inspired earrings. I'm all set to enjoy one of my favorite Broadway musicals-"Hamilton." I also learned they do "Wicked the musical" jewelry if you are fond of that show. It's a great place to buy local made arts and crafts showcasing Pittsburgh. Although they are based in Lawrenceville across from Children's hospital, you may run into this business at various events with the last one I saw them at was VegFest. They were also at Picklesburg. Jenny told me that If I ever make to the shop itself the cheapest parking is at Children's Hospital across the street for $3.00. Not a bad deal if you are looking for parking in the area. Will be looking forward to visiting their store this fall to check out their other offerings.

If you love jewelry and great service, you'll love Orr's Jewelers. They have a few locations in the…read morePittsburgh area, but I have only been to the new Strip District showroom. The first time I went, I was looking for a watch to remember my father. Noel was so sweet and friendly to work with! I was liking 2 of the Cartier watches and I chose the Panthere to purchase that day. I went again for their official grand opening, to look for something for my milestone birthday coming up. I like to buy myself something special each year or a trip. I'd been looking all over NYC and online for some art deco pieces and found 2 beautiful Penny Preville pieces. I requested to work with Noel again because she is so friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. I initially was thinking I would get a bigger watch and once she showed me the art deco diamond Penny Preville pieces, I knew that's what I was going to buy! She has multiple pieces that you could make into a set or buy individually. I chose the larger ring and medium necklace from her 50th year of designing collection. I LOVE them! I really enjoyed both of my luxury shopping experiences at Orr's Jewelers in the Strip District. Thanks Noel for selecting pieces that you knew I would love! I highly recommend Orr's Jewelers and Noel Voorhees!

I took my Cartier Tank Française watch to Orr's for a routine battery replacement, assuming their…read morestatus as a Cartier 'authorized partner' ensured professional handling. While the watch was fully functional when I dropped it off, it was returned to me inoperable. It became clear that, despite their authorized status, Orr's lacked the technical proficiency required to replace a battery and re-set a watch with the delicate Caliber 212P quartz chronograph movement. I ultimately had to take the watch to Cartier directly to repair the damage that Orr's caused. My point: If you do not have the expertise to handle a specific movement, it's OK to just say so rather than risk damaging a client's timepiece.

I had the pleasure of working with the manager Dana today to inquire about having my beloved…read morebaroque pearls restrung. She was kind and detailed in her explanation of prices, processes, and turnaround times. When I learned that the turnaround was a little longer than I had hoped, Dana did not skip a beat or offer me any less service when inquiring how to knot them on my own. She afforded me the ability to try two different sizes of silk and got me set up with all the tools that I would need, along with a good dose of encouragement! Dana reassured me that if it didn't work out, they would be available to assist me in a class, or to string them for me. I highly recommend you just stop in to see their amazing offerings and for their excellent, friendly and helpful customer service. I believe your experience will be similar to mine. Thank you Crystal Bead Bazaar

The staff is super friendly and helpful and the selection is unbelievable!…read moreThey offer classes in different styles of beading, too.

Tried to shop here, went to the store when it claimed to be open. Walked in store shopped for…read moreabout 10 minutes. Had my purchases in my hand when I was informed it was closed. I was unable to make my purchases. I will not shop here.

From the owner: Our Business specializes in making our client's feel complete Relaxation helping you become your…read morebest You. Our goal is to help alleviate symptoms due to anxiety, depression, illness,insomnia or just to help rejuvenate your life and soul.

We ordered some children's books that looked to be carefully selected by the site for their fun and…read morequirky approach to learning. The store was out of stock of one of our selections, and immediately reached out to determine how we wanted to handle the situation, even offering a full-priced book despite our selection being a sale price (we opted for another sale book so as to not take advantage). The box arrived clunked up from the Post Office, but the internal packaging was done so well, the books arrived in perfect condition! They arrived quickly, too! In addition to our purchase, the box contained a sweet handwritten note and some adorable stickers. We will happily buy again from this site again!

I am young and yet already there are people in my life who are nearly impossible to find good gifts…read morefor. (Yes I'm talking about you Dad.) DIVERTIDO always comes through for me, BIG TIME. It's like a gift shop you might find in The Museum of Cool Things-- treasures you will likely have never seen & certainly won't find anywhere else in Pittsburgh. For example, if you're looking for one-of-a-kind women's clothing-- a stylish dress, top or bottom for the woman who cherishes beauty & values quality, yet hopes to not see what she's wearing on every fourth person she sees-- Divertido now carries the Karakorum line of clothing-- designed in northern Italy and constructed in India. It will beautify every neighborhood she walks in.