Generations of Craftsmanship: The Rick Terry Family Legacy

A vintage photograph of the original Rick Terry Jewelry Designs storefront in Knoxville, showing the start of the Rick Terry Family Legacy.

In a world filled with endless options and online marketplaces, it’s easy to feel like just another customer. But for something as personal as jewelry, a piece that celebrates a major milestone or holds a family story, you need more than a generic product. You need a piece with its own story, made by people … Read more

Prongs and Tips by Rick Terry Jewelry

A close-up of a diamond ring's intricate setting, showing the sturdy prongs and tips that hold the main stone.

Have you ever looked at a favorite ring or pendant and wondered what keeps that precious stone in place? It’s not magic; it’s the work of tiny metal claws called prongs. These small but powerful pieces of metal are like the security guards for your valuable or sentimental gemstones. They hold everything securely, making sure … Read more

Custom Jewelry Ideas for Men!

A stylish gold tie clip on a blue patterned tie, representing a sophisticated accessory from our list of Custom Jewelry Ideas for Men.

Finding a truly meaningful gift for the men in our lives, be it a husband, a son, a father, or a dear friend, can be a real challenge. We often fall back on the usual suspects: a nice watch, a new gadget, or some piece of tech. But there is a gift that is often … Read more

5 Custom Necklace Ideas to Inspire You

A custom necklace featuring a large, unique-cut pink gemstone surrounded by a diamond halo on a white gold chain.

In a world filled with mass-produced items, it is not always easy to find a necklace that feels truly unique and personal. A special piece of jewelry should tell a story, mark a special occasion, or simply be a genuine reflection of who you are. So, what do you do when you cannot find that … Read more

How to Choose a Gemstone That Complements Your Skin Tone

Custom diamond bracelet in yellow gold, featuring round and baguette cut diamonds, perfectly complementing any skin tone.

This is a good question, and the answer lies in an important insight: identifying your skin’s undertone. This is not about the surface color of your skin, which can change with sun exposure or in different lighting. Instead, it is about the subtle, underlying hue beneath your skin’s surface that determines which colors make you … Read more

Wedding Bands for Men: Trends & Styles for the Modern Groom

Bride placing a wedding band for men on groom’s hand during ceremony

Most people focus on the bride’s ring, diamonds, sparkle, the works. But let’s talk about the groom. Wedding bands for men have changed a lot. These days, there’s a huge range of choices that reflect personality, comfort, and lifestyle. At Rick Terry Jewelry Designs, we’ve helped couples in Knoxville find or create the right rings … Read more

What’s the safest way to resize my wedding ring before the ceremony?

Adjusted oval engagement ring on woman's hand

Your wedding is almost here. The cake is ordered, the suit fits, the venue is read, and then you try on your ring and… it doesn’t fit. It’s either squeezing your finger or sliding around like it’s too big. This happens more than you’d think. Many couples run into this problem just days before the … Read more