UndergroundDesigns
Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
Announcement
FEB 12, 2021: Apologies, as I am currently not taking any new orders at this time. All existing orders will be completed on (or before) shedule. I will still be checking in for messages, but will not be taking any new orders for the next week or two. Thanks so much for your understanding and again, my apologies for any inconvenience - Jill
Hi! I'm Jill and I make everything you see here out of solid sterling silver (925) using traditional silversmithing techniques - saws, hammers, torches and my own two hands! During the summers past, you would have found me and my jewellery in person at the Kingston Public Market. However this summer I will not be returning to the market due to COVID19. I am practicing the safest social distancing possible by only operating on ETSY!
Current production time before shipping: 5 - 7 business days. (Business days are Mondays - Fridays and do not include weekends/holidays).
Announcement
FEB 12, 2021: Apologies, as I am currently not taking any new orders at this time. All existing orders will be completed on (or before) shedule. I will still be checking in for messages, but will not be taking any new orders for the next week or two. Thanks so much for your understanding and again, my apologies for any inconvenience - Jill
Hi! I'm Jill and I make everything you see here out of solid sterling silver (925) using traditional silversmithing techniques - saws, hammers, torches and my own two hands! During the summers past, you would have found me and my jewellery in person at the Kingston Public Market. However this summer I will not be returning to the market due to COVID19. I am practicing the safest social distancing possible by only operating on ETSY!
Current production time before shipping: 5 - 7 business days. (Business days are Mondays - Fridays and do not include weekends/holidays).
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Reviews
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Wendy on 24 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsA beautiful piece of art as shown perfect sizing as I had requested and presented in a nice little box with an additional little gift. I will treasure my new collection of jewelry.
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Jeffrey on 20 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 stars💯WOW! I have been looking for a quality hammered sterling ring for awhil and have been disappointed by previous purchases. I decided to try here, and very soon after my order Jill replied with a timeframe of what to expect and when. She was very communicative regarding any/all inquiries I had. The ring itself fits exactly as ordered, and the quality, homemade crafts(wo)manship of the ring is evident. It is so beautiful in the light, so I tried to take a picture outside in front of snow with the sunset. Thanks Jill, I'll definitely be back! 🙏🙏💯💯
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Emily on 19 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsSo happy to receive this stellar ring today! A big thank you to Jillian for her kind, personal customer care - especially during this time. I definitely recommend purchasing from her shop.
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Melissa on 19 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love this ring. It looks even better in person. I bought it as a pinky ring and it is absolutely perfect.
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jojowalker on 19 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsGorgeous item & she did a note for my friend who I sent it to also. A pleasure to communicate with highly recommend.
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CYNTHIA on 19 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely beautiful! Wonderful vendor. Will be shopping here again.
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Doug on 18 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsJillian has excellent products. She's a great vendor to deal with: prompt, reliable, and considerate!
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Erica on 18 Feb, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful and simple earrings. The seller sent me a kind note on Etsy to show me the earrings beforehand. Delivery was fast, and really appreciate the pristine condition of the item and the packaging! Thank you :-)
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About UndergroundDesigns
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Filing, filing, filing! Making sure everything is nice and smooth!
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Using the acetylene torch to solder. Make sure to tie your hair back!
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Polishing! Tape those fingers up because that ring will get HOT! Yowwwch!
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Bezel setting a hematite cabochon into a ring. Almost done!
Going Underground
Like my profile says, I was primarily trained as a gemmologist.
Then I attended George Brown College's Jewellery Arts Program. Underground Designs has been my business since 2005. It started part time during the summers at my local farmer's market in Kingston, Ontario while I took Sociology at Queen's University. When I graduated, I realized I had established a decent little business and decided to just go all in with it to see where it would take me. I began doing art and craft shows around the province, and in 2011 I took this show global - on the internet through Etsy. What an experience it has been, and continues to be here on the internet, and out there in the real world too - but especially here. I've really enjoyed building my little shop here in Etsy land, and meeting all of you that have stopped by!
Jill
Shop members
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Jillian Hinchey
Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator, Everything Else...
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Shop policies
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Returns & exchanges
I gladly accept returns, exchanges and cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalised orders
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
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Frequently asked questions
Sizing details
I make all rings to order according to US sizing standards in full, half or quarter sizes. See individual listing details for the range of sizes I can offer for each design. Please indicate the size you desire in the 'note to seller' during check out.
If you are unsure of your ring size, I do NOT recommend self sizing as it often provides inaccurate results. The only way I recommend is getting the finger in question sized in person at any jewellery store or counter. This ensures you get the best fitting ring.
Do remember that wider rings will fit with a tighter feel. Depending on your ring style and shape of finger wider rings may need to be ordered a half size or so up from what you might normally wear for thinner bands.
Care instructions
Care instruction cards are provided with each individual piece. For a more general overview of silver care, feel free to visit my website: http://www.undergrounddesigns.ca/silver-care.html
Gift wrapping and packaging
All of my jewellery will arrive to you neatly packaged inside a silver foiled cardboard jewellery box. It will include a small polishing cloth sample as well as the appropriate silver care cards.
Custom and personalized orders
I only make to order the items you see listed. I do not have the equipment to offer engraving/personalization. Custom designs are also not something I currently offer as I do not have the time to devote to them. Thank you for your interest, though!
Wholesale availability
I do not offer wholesale - or even consign. My work can only be found though myself personally here on Etsy, or in person in the summer months at the Farmer's Market in Kingston, Ontario.