Meet kiya

I'm Kiya, the designer behind Kiya Corrales Jewellery, specialising in green sapphire engagement rings and thoughtfully crafted fine jewellery.

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I was born in Brazil to English and Peruvian parents and spent my early childhood in Peru before moving to mid-Wales. Growing up surrounded by traditional handicrafts and different cultures helped shape my creative outlook and love of making things.

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I went on to study contemporary jewellery design at the Birmingham School of Jewellery, where I developed the technical skills that underpin my work today.

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I've always loved making things that are both beautiful and useful, and jewellery has a particularly special quality in that respect. It's something that can be worn every day, treasured for years and perhaps one day passed down through generations.

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I work primarily with green and blue-green sapphires, drawn to their individuality and depth of colour. I've always loved spending time in nature, and these colours bring to mind happy memories of being outdoors - forests, lakes, meadows and mountains. Each stone has its own character, and finding just the right one is one of my favourite parts of the process.

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The provenance and quality of my materials are extremely important to me. My rings are designed and made in the UK using recycled precious metals and ethically sourced gemstones, which I personally select from trusted suppliers.

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I also enjoy getting to know the people behind each order and helping them find a ring that feels right for them. It's a privilege to create something that will mark such an important moment in someone's life, and hopefully become part of their story for many years to come.