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Caitlin Albritton won the 19th annual Halstead Grant for emerging jewelry businesses.
Caitlin Albritton’s signature pieces are inlaid figures of women. Her collections also include stone inlay rings, pendants, cuffs, and earrings.
Prescott, Ariz.—Halstead has announced Caitlin Albritton as the winner of its 2024 Halstead Grant for new jewelry businesses.
The annual grant, now in its 19th year, is awarded to jewelry businesses in their first five years, chosen based on jewelry design and business prowess.
As this year’s winner, Albritton will receive a $7,500 cash grant, $1,000 in jewelry supplies, a trip to Halstead’s home base of Prescott, Arizona, a feedback report from the judging committee, and a trophy.
“Winning the Halstead Grant is huge for my jewelry business, allowing me to get in front of my target audience at out-of-state art shows and galleries,” said Albritton.
“I’m so grateful to have Halstead’s support both monetarily and with helpful feedback to keep improving as a small business owner.”
Albritton, who has been an artist since childhood, has a bachelor’s of fine arts in painting from Savannah College of Art and Design and a master’s of fine art in studio art from Maryland Institute College of Art.
In 2020, she began selling her stone inlay pieces.
Through her work, Albritton “aims to inspire a feminine power like water: soft and gentle, yet able to shape stones,” said the organization.
Her signature inlays of women’s figures utilize body language, color, and stone symbolism to portray autonomy.
“Caitlin’s collection of inlay jewelry marries traditional techniques with contemporary designs and color palettes,” said Hilary Halstead Scott, grant founder and president of Halstead.
“She puts so much work and heart into this business. She is a fantastic role model for creative entrepreneurs.”
Since starting her business, Albritton has won multiple art fair awards and grants, including being a finalist for the Halstead Grant in 2020 and 2022.
The finalists for the 2024 Halstead Grant were Niki Leist, Wyncie Evelyn Design Co., and Novaura Jewelry.
They were awarded a $1,000 cash grant and $250 in jewelry supplies.
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The annual grant, now in its 19th year, is awarded to jewelry businesses in their first five years, chosen based on jewelry design and business prowess.
As this year’s winner, Albritton will receive a $7,500 cash grant, $1,000 in jewelry supplies, a trip to Halstead’s home base of Prescott, Arizona, a feedback report from the judging committee, and a trophy.
“Winning the Halstead Grant is huge for my jewelry business, allowing me to get in front of my target audience at out-of-state art shows and galleries,” said Albritton.
“I’m so grateful to have Halstead’s support both monetarily and with helpful feedback to keep improving as a small business owner.”
Albritton, who has been an artist since childhood, has a bachelor’s of fine arts in painting from Savannah College of Art and Design and a master’s of fine art in studio art from Maryland Institute College of Art.
In 2020, she began selling her stone inlay pieces.
Through her work, Albritton “aims to inspire a feminine power like water: soft and gentle, yet able to shape stones,” said the organization.
Her signature inlays of women’s figures utilize body language, color, and stone symbolism to portray autonomy.
“Caitlin’s collection of inlay jewelry marries traditional techniques with contemporary designs and color palettes,” said Hilary Halstead Scott, grant founder and president of Halstead.
“She puts so much work and heart into this business. She is a fantastic role model for creative entrepreneurs.”
Since starting her business, Albritton has won multiple art fair awards and grants, including being a finalist for the Halstead Grant in 2020 and 2022.
The finalists for the 2024 Halstead Grant were Niki Leist, Wyncie Evelyn Design Co., and Novaura Jewelry.
They were awarded a $1,000 cash grant and $250 in jewelry supplies.
The 2025 Halstead Grant application is now open.
Applicants must submit jewelry portfolio photos and answer questions about a business plan that includes marketing, competitive analysis, finances, and production capacity.
To apply, visit the Halstead website.
The application window closes May 1, 2025.
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