About Jill
JEWELRY DESIGNER & FOUNDER
Welcome! Here's a little bit about me and my story.
As a child, I was always fascinated by gemstones. I can still remember the first trip I took, as a teenager, to the New York City Fashion District to purchase beads, findings and stringing supplies! I explored wall to wall waterfalls of amazing gemstones in each store and so the Jill Lynn Collection began.
The best part for me has always been gem shopping. I realized from the beginning how crucial it was to select stones in person. This is how I find new inspiration!! The gem inspires the design. Jill Lynn & Co. was estabolised in 1999 when I was 19. 26 years later and I still love the gem hunt!
I am a self-taught jewelry designer and I design my own creations using the lost wax technique (carving wax by hand and casting into a precious metal), beading gemstones, and utilizing computer generated designs. The process all depends upon what I'm creating. As my talents matured, I began to create metal rings, pendants and bracelets using precious metals and gemstones. I have a GIA (Gemological Institute of America) certification in Diamonds.
However, it is not all about gems when it comes to Jill Lynn & Co. It is about you. Over time, I have come to know my clients and their families as really good friends. From the Engagement ring, to Wedding Bands, Gifts for life events, Birthdays, Anniversaries and just because.
I marry the knowledge I have from years of designing and creating with you. I am always excited to share my expertise and gems to create a custom design or answer your design questions and ideas!
My Store:
In 2005, I opened my first store in Sag Harbor, NY. After a few years in Sag Harbor, I moved to Jobs Lane in Southampton where Jill Lynn & Co resided for 13 years.
In the Spring of 2020, I closed the shop and moved to Connecticut with my family. Although I don't have a store in the Hamptons anymore, you can still meet me at my next trunk show or my Jewelry Studio in Wilton CT! Check the Trunk Show schedule for future dates!
Fun Facts :
Favorite Gemstone = Tsavorite Garnet (a rare emerald green garnet)
Favorite Diamond Cut = Old Mine Cut & Emerald
Favorite Metal = 18k Yellow Gold
Favorite everyday necklace = Zodiac
Favorite everyday ring = Bezel set tri color diamond band (black, white, champagne) in 18k yellow gold
Favorite everyday earrings = Emerald Studs
Favorite everyday bracelet = Emerald Cut Diamond Bangle & my 5 Tahitian Pearl Bracelet.
Favorite Type of Jewelry to create = Custom Engagement Rings & Beaded Jewelry
Favorite Town = Amagansett NY
Hobbies = Track Driving, Running, Anything Art Related & Baking
Favorite Car = Sports Cars ! Porsche
Kids = Two !
Husband = Justin!
Dogs = Two (Schnauzer & Brussels Griffon ) both rescues !
Favorite Food = Chocolate
Favorite Time of Year = Spring & Fall
1999
As a teen, Jill regularly visited NYC’s Fashion District to browse and purchase beads and stringing supplies. The endless walls of amazing gemstones were an inspiration. At 19, Jill established Jill Lynn & Co. and began selling her handmade creations at local artisan fairs, jewelry trade shows, stores and online.
2005 - 2020
The first Jill Lynn & Co. store opened in Sag Harbor, NY in 2005. After a few years, we moved ths store to Jobs Lane in Southhampton, NY where the business resided for 15 years. The stores were filled with Jill Lynn creations, visiting designers and fine art by artists.
OUR STORY
2020 - NOW
After moving to Connecticut with her family, Jill closed the Southhampton shop and opened a new studio in Wilton, CT. AKA Jill's Jewel Box. Clients can book studio visits to come shop her one-of-a-kind collection of fine jewelry, appraisals, custom designs, ear piercings, and more!
She also pops up in the Hamptons 5 times a year!
JILL'S PROCESS
Jill uses a variety of fabrication methods, depending on what exactly she wants to create. Her methods include: the lost wax technique (carving wax by hand and casting into precious metal), beading gemstones, and utilizing computer generated designs.
Want to meet with Jill? Shop her collection or Interested in a custom jewelry design?
Book a session with her or find her at our next pop up event.