JOURNAL

This journal documents my many interests within the realm of making. While I am first and foremost a jeweler and a metalsmith, I have delved deep into other mediums and processes. Each new process informs my work in other mediums as the lines are blurry between skill sets and materials. The desire to collaborate and explore keeps my process alive and elastic.

I will also share general tips, tricks, and useful jewelry-related knowledge. Sign up at the bottom of the page for my newsletter so you never miss an a new discovery!

Kai Hill 6/24/25 Kai Hill 6/24/25

Through the microscope

Kai Hill 6/3/25 Kai Hill 6/3/25

Tone-on-tone

After years of collecting stones somewhat unintentionally, I have been choosing stones more carefully for their potential to be matched with something else.

Kai Hill 5/26/25 Kai Hill 5/26/25

Gradients

Sapphires are my favorite gemstone for many reasons. They are strong enough for heavy everyday wear, they can be densely included, multicolored, opalescent, bright, dark etc… All of these things make them the perfect stone for gradient layouts.

Kai Hill 5/21/25 Kai Hill 5/21/25

Gemstones on the Menu

I have been slowly collecting a somewhat random but super special selection of Sapphires and Diamonds over the last few years. This month, almost all of them are getting to see the light of day!

Kai Hill 9/3/24 Kai Hill 9/3/24

Weaving

Kai Hill 3/11/19 Kai Hill 3/11/19

Circuit Board Cocktail Collar

As my work tends more toward fine jewelry, I have found my older work to be a source of much-needed inspiration. I used to be able to slip into the ‘flow’ state and play with materials, a feeling which seems to get harder and harder to access. I have decided to bring you with me as I re-discover some of my favorite experiments from the past.