Episode 39 - Reimagining family heirloom pieces into modern, wearable designs w/Carter of Carter Eve Jewerly

Now You May Kiss™ Podcast | Featuring Carter Eve of Carter Eve Jewelry

What makes an engagement ring truly meaningful? In this episode of the Now You May Kiss™ podcast, Chanelle Carlin sits down with Carter, founder and designer of Carter Eve Jewelry, for a heartfelt conversation about intention, craftsmanship, sustainability, and honoring love stories through thoughtful design.

Carter shares her journey from a childhood fascination with gemstones to becoming a formally trained fine jewelry designer with degrees from SCAD and RISD, and an apprenticeship under a master goldsmith. Together, Chanelle and Carter explore why engagement rings and heirloom jewelry should never be one-size-fits-all — just like weddings and marriages themselves.

From reimagining family heirloom pieces into modern, wearable designs, to practical advice on caring for fine jewelry, appraisals, and insurance, this episode is filled with wisdom for couples who want their rings to reflect who they truly are — not outdated rules or trends.

If you’re newly engaged, planning to propose, or dreaming of a ring that reflects your lifestyle, values, and story, this episode is a must-listen.

About our guest:Carter Eve is a Los Angeles–based fine jewelry designer known for creating modern heirlooms with timeless intention. Classically trained as a goldsmith, she specializes in custom engagement rings, wedding bands, and heirloom transformations—reimagining meaningful pieces for a new chapter. Each design is rooted in thoughtful craftsmanship, refined materials, and the belief that jewelry should be both deeply personal and made to last a lifetime.