We commissioned Catherine Hills to create a modern twist on a Regard ring, and after going through what we wanted, she created an absolute Gem! I was so taken aback, she is a true master of her Art; we have found our Jeweller for life. I absolutely love the ring my husband commissioned! Besides being beautiful, it looks magical and I feel something is missing when I am not wearing it.
Thank you for such a precious and unique jewel. I first met artist Ptolemy Mann in the 90's. She is currently in Copenhagen on a three-month artist residency but before she went Ptolemy agreed to.
Thank you for such a precious and unique jewel. I first met artist Ptolemy Mann in the 90's. She is currently in Copenhagen on a three-month artist residency but before she went Ptolemy agreed to.
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I'm Catherine and I'm an award-winning British jewellery designer and maker with a shop and jewellery atelier in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent. With the help of my assistant, Rolo, an Airedale Terrier, I create contemporary ready-to-wear jewellery inspired by nature, found objects, collectables and symbolism.
There's something incredibly special about creating a completely unique engagement ring - a ring that feels personal to the wearer and 'just right'. I've been designing and making jewellery for more than twenty years and clients come to me to create bespoke engagement rings because they want something individual and unique - an engagement ring that has been crafted by hand and made in the UK.
Do you have old pieces of jewellery that you no longer wear tucked away? Or perhaps you have a family heirloom that has sentimental value but is the wrong size or not your style? Or do you have jewellery that was once loved but is now broken or that you'd like to have made into something new?
I really enjoy giving vintage and neglected pieces of jewellery a new life by giving an old piece a contemporary twist or reusing gemstones and recycling metal to create something new.I'm finding that jewellery remodelling and upcycling is increasingly popular with my clients for sentimental, environmental and economic reasons.
I really enjoy giving vintage and neglected pieces of jewellery a new life by giving an old piece a contemporary twist or reusing gemstones and recycling metal to create something new.I'm finding that jewellery remodelling and upcycling is increasingly popular with my clients for sentimental, environmental and economic reasons.
It is located behind the Duke of York Public House and next to the Fairfax Gallery. The Pantiles with its many buildings dating from the 18th and 19th Century is an attractive and stylish part of Tunbridge Wells. It is the home to a variety of independent specialist shops, art galleries, cafes and restaurants.
My daughter commissioned some olive leaf earrings from Catherine for a rather significant birthday of mine. They are ABSOLUTELY beautiful and I'm so impressed with the attention to detail and how perfectly they form around my ears. Thank you so much Catherine for making them so perfectly 'me' the mum in NZ.
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Adam Hibbert
Nov 14, 2021
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Adam Honeyman
Sep 17, 2021
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Soosan Atkins
May 15, 2021
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I first bought from Catherine more than 20 years ago. I still wear the earrings and necklace that I bought then, and love them as much now as I did then! The quality, colour and finish has not deteriorated at all. Catherine was very helpful tailoring the new stuff I bought recently, to give me the finish I was after. I think she is very talented and a thoroughly nice person.
Lizanne Stansell
Nov 25, 2020
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I discovered Catherine's website whilst internet image searching and when I saw her "Weasel Words" necklace under her Poetry collection I was entranced. I sent of an e-mail inquiring if I could commission a smaller version of the piece. She responded almost immediately with enthusiasm and working with her has been an absolute joy, not only is her workmanship astounding and her vision inspired but she is as quick witted, good humored and thoroughly charming. The quality of her work is second to none. These are heirloom pieces, well worth the investment, that not only look amazing but are comfortable
Miss C. Tetley
Jan 03, 2020
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Wren Like The Bird
Dec 09, 2019
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Such a wonderful discovery. The shop is absolutely stunning - so different to any jewellery shop I've been in before. And then there is the jewellery itself - I'd defy anyone not to be able to find something they'd love. It's really reasonably priced too. It's also wonderful to be able to see the designer's workshop in the back. Catherine, the designer and owner was so helpful and also makes custom pieces including engagement and wedding rings. I also found out that Catherine made the jewellery for the Harry Potter films which is pretty impressive. I'll be back!
Sally Presenters
Oct 19, 2019
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It's so fabulous to meet a jewellery designer as clever and creative as Catherine. She is just is buzzing with ideas but she also has the experience and knowledge to actually deliver something extraordinary that's going to last forever. I can't stop looking at my ring - it's perfect. (Also anyone who rocks a functional boiler suit with big gold hoop earrings isn't going to disappoint!)
Greta
Sep 02, 2019
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I have been a customer of Catherine’s for over 20 years and love her jewellery which is so wearable on any occasion. Recently I commissioned her to make two bangles with matching rings incorporating diamonds and rubies from rings belonging to my late mother. I was delighted with the items and Catherine’s enthusiasm and inventive suggestions for completing the project.
Tinna Ludviksdottir
Aug 18, 2019
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I have been buying Catherine Hills jewellery for many years now and I absolutely love her designs. The organic forms and the moving parts on the pieces are both tactile and beautiful. Her style is also very lasting, I still use the first pieces I got more then 20 years ago and they are still in style. Her shop in Tunbridge Wells is mesmerising to visit, like stepping into a fairytale.
Suzannah Kinsella
Apr 12, 2018
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Catherine Hill
Dec 31, 2017
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Catherine, thank you for my lovely rings commissioned by my husband. She was very patient and enthusiastic as well as incredibly artistic during the Design process to incorporate stones from a family heirloom into modern beautiful rings. I highly recommend her personal unique service, she loves her job and is very good at it.
Tim Bishop
Nov 17, 2017
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I’ve both received a bespoke piece of jewellery and commissioned two pieces for my wife. Catherine made the process a real pleasure, she is a real visionary which really helps when you are trying to explain what it is you are trying to achieve! She was hugely helpful during the process and has made a clasp so my wife could wear an ankle bracelet as… a normal bracelet too, which was very kind as it was above and beyond what I’d asked her to do. The quality of the jewellery is exceptional, beautifully crafted and perfectly functional. I can’t recommend Catherine’s jewellery
Amy Waddington
Nov 01, 2017
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I commissioned Catherine to make a bee ring for my birthday having seen one of her designs on a friend . I am so pleased with it and have already had comments and people noticing it . She provided an excellent service and listened to everything I wanted. She gave extra options too had I wanted my birthstone added. She actually changed her bee to… suit my requirements still providing the uniqueness I wanted . This was all done over email , post and phone as I’m not local and all within a short time frame. Thanks Catherine , I will be recommending !
Colin Buck
Oct 31, 2017
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We commissioned Catherine to make an engagement ring, and are absolutely delighted we did so. She was engaged and enthusiastic about finding a creative solution to a problem other jewellers weren't interested in engaging in - namely, a too-large stone and small finger! She expertly matched the ring to an unusual family wedding ring, and the result is stunning.
We will definitely be looking to commission more from Catherine in the future!
We will definitely be looking to commission more from Catherine in the future!
Sophie Carroll
Jun 26, 2017
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Lesley Dionisiou
Jun 23, 2017
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My daughter commissioned those olive leaf earrings from Catherine for a rather significant birthday of mine. They are ABSOLUTLEY beautiful and I'm so impressed with the attention to detail and how perfectly they form around my ears. Thank you so much Catherine for making them so perfectly 'me' - the mum in NZ
