About

I’m Katelyn, the owner, creator, and jeweler behind Katelyn Elyse Jewelry. My journey with metalsmithing began in 2014 when I first learned to shape and solder gold and silver using traditional techniques. From the moment I picked up my tools in my first jewelry class, I was hooked. I went on to earn my degree in Jewelry and Metalsmithing in 2017 and soon after, Katelyn Elyse Jewelry was born.

At the heart of my work is the belief that there is beauty in brokenness. For most of my life, I struggled with ADHD, facing frustration, self-doubt, and the feeling that my mind worked against me. But as I created my Renewed line, I realized that what I once saw as a weakness was actually the source of my creativity. Later, after experiencing the pain of divorce, my jewelry became a healing process once again, showing me that even in the midst of heartache, there is still beauty to be found.

I still navigate the challenges of ADHD, and I still carry emotions from my past. But I can say with certainty that those experiences have shaped me into the woman, artist, and jeweler I am today. My jewelry is a reflection of that journey, a tangible reminder that even in life's hardest moments, something beautiful can emerge. I hope that when you wear my pieces, they serve as a reminder of the beauty in your own story too.