Custom Orders

Let's Bring your Vision to Life

Every Sailors’ Valentine I create is inspired by love—for the ocean, for tradition, and for the people who commission them. Whether you're marking a special milestone or giving a deeply personal gift, I'm honored to collaborate with you on a piece that will be treasured for generations.

Before submitting your inquiry, please take a moment to review the process below:

How the Custom Process Works

Submit Your Request: Use the form below to share your inspiration, timeline, and any reference photos.
Design Consultation: I’ll follow up to discuss design ideas, materials, and timing.
Quote & Deposit: You’ll receive a custom quote. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to begin production.
Creation Time: Each custom Sailors’ Valentine is a labor of love. Because no two are alike, we’ll collaborate with you to set a timeline that honors the artistry involved.
Delivery: Your finished piece is shipped fully insured with tracking and signature required.

At Melissa Dudley Designs, custom pieces are a true collaboration—crafted with care, creativity, and intention. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to begin any custom design. This covers materials and the time invested in creating your one-of-a-kind piece.

Because of the nature of this work, remakes or major design changes are not offered once a piece is complete. If your vision changes after seeing the final design, that’s okay—your deposit becomes a store credit, which can be applied to any future ready-to-ship piece in my collection.

Each custom piece is a single creative interpretation, not an open-ended process. I welcome inspiration and input—but I appreciate your understanding that my custom work is limited to one thoughtful attempt.

Thank you for supporting the artistry, time, and heart behind every Melissa Dudley Designs creation.