Spencer, Tigger & Blue: A Celebration of 3 Special Cats
Some commissions stay with me long after I’ve sent them out, and one that I’ll always remember was from a gentleman called David. He wanted a necklace for his wife that celebrated three very special cats: Spencer, Tigger, and Blue.
Two of the cats, Spencer and Tigger, had sadly passed away. Blue, their tabby, is still very much alive and ruling the roost at home. It was immediately clear to me how much these cats meant to David and his wife, not just pets, but family members woven into the fabric of their lives.
The challenge was to bring all three together in one piece, a kind of forever keepsake. After sketching a few ideas (yes, my famously questionable doodles came out again), I settled on the design: three cats nestled together within a round silver border, united as one.
Each cat had its own personality, and I wanted that to shine through in the details. Spencer, the sleek black cat, was created from sterling silver, oxidised to capture his dark, glossy coat. Tigger, the black and white cat, had his contrasting markings brought out in the silver too, with delicate oxidising to highlight the difference. And then there was Blue, the beautiful tabby, for him, I added touches of 22ct gold plating to bring warmth and depth, echoing the richness of his coat.
The result was a necklace that wasn’t just three cats in metal, but a tribute to their lives and the love they shared as part of one family. Seeing the three of them together within the circle felt symbolic, Spencer and Tigger forever remembered, and Blue, still present, completing the family unit.
I didn’t receive feedback from David after the necklace arrived, and that’s perfectly okay, sometimes these pieces carry such personal weight that words aren’t easy to find. But for me, as the maker, there was an incredible sense of privilege in being trusted with such a meaningful commission.
As I polished the finished piece, I found myself thinking about how many evenings these three cats must have spent curled up together, how many purrs, paws, and whiskers had filled David and his wife’s home. To know that I could capture them, side by side, in a necklace that will last forever… that felt very special.
These are the commissions that remind me jewellery is more than silver and gold. It’s about memory, love, and the bonds that carry on long after pawprints have faded from the carpet.
If you’ve ever thought about capturing your own pets — whether they’re bounding around the house or fondly remembered — I’d be honoured to help. You can read about my custom process here: Custom Pet Jewellery.
I only take on a limited number of bespoke designs each year, so if you’ve got an idea, a memory, or even just a rough sketch, please do get in touch. It would be my pleasure to help your pets live on in silver, gold, and love.
If you’ve ever thought about having a custom piece made, I’d love to hear your ideas. You can read more about my process here: Custom Pet Jewellery.
Who knows? Your precious friend might just be the next one I’m smiling about at my workbench.
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