Champaign Jewelers Announces Design Brunch and Spring Wedding Band Weekend

Upcoming events offer custom jewelry redesigns and expanded bridal selections.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Champaign Jewelers is inviting the community to take part in two upcoming in-store events - a monthly Design Brunch that allows customers to collaborate with designers to transform sentimental jewelry into personalized pieces, and a Wedding Band Weekend in March featuring an expanded selection of bridal designers and savings of up to $500 on wedding rings.

Why it matters

These events provide Champaign residents with unique opportunities to create custom, meaningful jewelry and explore the latest wedding band trends and designs, catering to the growing demand for personalized and one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces.

The details

The Design Brunch gives customers a relaxed setting to bring in heirloom pieces or outdated jewelry and work with designers to reimagine them. The Wedding Band Weekend will feature a large selection of styles from designers like Lashbrook, who specialize in customizable wedding bands using unique materials like meteorite, dinosaur bone, and colored diamonds.

  • Champaign Jewelers' monthly Design Brunch events are held regularly.
  • The upcoming Wedding Band Weekend will take place from March 19-21, 2026.

The players

Champaign Jewelers

A local jewelry store in Champaign, Illinois that offers custom jewelry design services and hosts special events.

Kari Smith

An employee at Champaign Jewelers who oversees the store's Design Brunch and Wedding Band Weekend events.

Lashbrook

A jewelry designer that specializes in customizable wedding bands using unique materials like meteorite, dinosaur bone, and colored diamonds.

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What they’re saying

“It's a really fun, low-pressure time to just hang out, bring a friend, and work through different design ideas.”

— Kari Smith, Employee, Champaign Jewelers (Chambana Today)

“Years ago, a plain gold band was really the only option. Now there are hundreds and thousands of styles available, and you can truly make a one-of-a-kind ring that reflects your personality.”

— Kari Smith, Employee, Champaign Jewelers (Chambana Today)

What’s next

Appointments are recommended for the upcoming Wedding Band Weekend and can be scheduled through Champaign Jewelers' website, social media pages, or by calling or texting the store directly.

The takeaway

Champaign Jewelers is providing unique opportunities for local residents to create personalized, meaningful jewelry through their Design Brunch and Wedding Band Weekend events, catering to the growing demand for one-of-a-kind pieces that reflect individual style and personality.