Charlotte Tollyfield Contemporary Bespoke Silverware

Charlotte Tollyfield Contemporary Bespoke Silverware I am a Sheffield based silversmith, designing and making my own contemporary silverware to exhibit throughout the UK as well as working to commission.

I also teach silversmithing classes from my studio

While we're on the theme of drinking vessels... this little exhibition opens TODAY, and features one of my classic wh**k...
03/09/2026

While we're on the theme of drinking vessels... this little exhibition opens TODAY, and features one of my classic wh**ky tumblers.
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A Thirst for Silver

An exhibition of silver beakers by fifty Contemporary British Silversmiths members

Craft NI Gallery, Belfast

3rd September - 31st October 2026
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My trusty silversmith travel companion C Bishop Designs and I are Belfast bound for the weekend to see the exhibition, meet up with some of our fellow CBS buddies, and explore the sights & sounds of Belfast 💚

⭐ Commission ⭐•Ch*****ne FlutesSterling silver, with gilded interiors 📷 Jerry Lampson•I've been keeping this one under w...
28/07/2026

⭐ Commission ⭐
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Ch*****ne Flutes
Sterling silver, with gilded interiors
📷 Jerry Lampson
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I've been keeping this one under wraps for some time, but this pair of bespoke ch*****ne flutes have now been presented to the lucky recipient as part of their 80th birthday celebrations 🍾

The client wanted something completely unique to make a toast on their partner's special day, and I drew on their deep interest in the Omega Workshops - an experimental design collective based in Bloomsbury, London, in the mid 1910's - to create a design that embraced bold, simplified geometric forms whilst maintaining the function and poise of the traditional ch*****ne flute.
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Designed and made by Charlotte Tollyfield.
Buffed by Kurt Calow
Polished and gilded by Ben Algar
Hallmarked at Sheffield Assay Office by Colette Bishop

*****ne

26/07/2026

This time last week the hammers had finally fallen silent after a busy two days of blocking, raising, and plannishing; and Samuel, Sean and Bethan were applying the final polish to their lovely copper bowls.

Big smiles all round as they proudly show off the fab results of a hot weekend's work.

Thank you for taking part guys! It was a pleasure to welcome you to the workshop. And thank you to Silver Space at Yorkshire Artspace for hosting us.

If you fancy having a go at learning fine metalwork & silversmithing skills, why not sign up to my mailing list to be the first to hear about new course dates.

Where to find me... Most days I'm in my studio workshop at Yorkshire Artspace's Persistence Works building, in the centr...
30/03/2026

Where to find me...

Most days I'm in my studio workshop at Yorkshire Artspace's Persistence Works building, in the centre of Sheffield. If you'd like to visit to discuss a commission, please do get in contact to arrange an appointment.

Every 3rd weekend in November we have our Open Studios, a free event when all are welcome to come and see behind the scenes in lots of different studios, ask questions and have a chat with makers and artists, view demonstrations, and purchase work.

I also have a website, www.charlottetollyfield.co.uk
I do my best to keep this updated with recent work, events, and classes.

You can also find me, from time to time, at a fair or exhibition. One's I have done regularly are Goldsmiths' Fair in London, and Goldsmiths North here in Sheffield, but I have also exhibited in Edinburgh, Salisbury, Nottinghamshire, Wisely and many other places over the years. So keep an eye on my website and socials, or join my mailing list to be the first to know.

I look forward to meeting you!

I have to admit, I'm not very good at documenting the making process. I get too wrapped up in what I'm doing, and use it...
23/03/2026

I have to admit, I'm not very good at documenting the making process. I get too wrapped up in what I'm doing, and use it as an excuse to stay away from my phone.

Which means, when I do remember to take pictures along the way, it's usually because I'm working on a special project.

Here are a few shots from when I made my Chocolate Pot back in 2021 during my month long scholarship with Brett Payne as part of the South House Silver Trust scheme.

The whole thing took 2 weeks to complete (excluding cleaning up, hallmarking & polishing). Techniques and processes included in it's creation were - raising, forging, spinning (curtesy of David Allison), lathe tuning, filing, forming and soldering.

One of the greatest challenges, particularly in the commissioning process, is communicating ideas effectively. The gener...
21/03/2026

One of the greatest challenges, particularly in the commissioning process, is communicating ideas effectively.

The generation and presentation of designs can take a great deal of time and effort, and as many commission opportunities are competitive, this is work that can often go un-paid. So it is always a great sense of achievement to discover your vision of a brief has won over the client.

You win some, you lose some. It's all part of the job.

Creating pieces to commission for both private and corporate clients allows me to explore different design avenues, and ...
16/03/2026

Creating pieces to commission for both private and corporate clients allows me to explore different design avenues, and expand my making process - helping to drive my silversmithing practice forward.

I have had the pleasure of creating a number of commissions ranging from Christening gifts, to trophies, commemorative and ceremonial pieces, to unique tableware and conversation pieces for the home.

With each commission it's always fascinating to discover what it is people want from an object; what it is they want it to represent and communicate, and how they envisage using it and the life that object will have.

• The Company of Cutlers in Hallamshire, Year Piece for the Centenary of Stainless Steel in 2013 - Sterling silver & stainless steel
• St. Philips Church of Leicester, Commemorative Altar Candle Plate, 2014 - Silver plated copper
• Napkin Holders, private commission for the Christmas dining table, 2014 - Sterling silver
• The William Hill St. Leger Stakes Winner's Trophy, 2018 - Sterling silver with gilded details
• Fleur's Christening Cup, private commission, 2020 - Sterling silver with gilded interior
• The Worshipful Company of Barbers, Barber Emeritus Goblets, 2021 - Sterling silver with gilded and oxidised details
• The Tattersall Jug, private commission & posthumous collaboration celebrating the life & work of the client's husband, 2022 - Sterling silver
• The Terry Gadsby Trophy, semi-private commission celebrating the life of a dedicated member of the Trent rowing community, 2023 - Sterling silver & English oak
• The Winetaster, private commission, 2025 - Sterling silver

A simple post for today's March Meet The Maker prompt. I am currently working on a private commission that is due to be ...
13/03/2026

A simple post for today's March Meet The Maker prompt.

I am currently working on a private commission that is due to be a very special gift for someone. This is the silver that arrived from Argex Silver last week and which I am currently transforming into something unique.

The piece is due to be delivered in May, so keep your eyes on my page and I will reveal more once it's been presented to the lucky recipient.

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