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Planning your jewellery-making experience in Rarotonga?

Here are the answers to the most common questions about booking, pricing, what you can create and what to expect on the day.

✨ Authentic Cook Islands craft • Friendly guidance included

WHAT CAN I MAKE?

You can create your own necklace or bracelet using your choice of sterling silver chain, pearls, charms and crystals.

HOW DOES THE JEWELLERY-MAKING EXPERIENCE WORK?

It’s simple:
1. Choose your chain.
2. Choose your pearl, charm or crystal.
3. Choose your style.
4. Create your finished piece to take home.

DO I NEED JEWELLERY-MAKING EXPERIENCE?

No. You don’t need any previous experience.

We’ll guide you through the process so you can relax, get creative and enjoy making your piece.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

Your final price depends on what you choose.

• Sterling silver necklaces start from $140 NZD.
• Sterling silver bracelets start from $110 NZD.
• Pearls start from $25 NZD each.
• Crystal charms start from $5 NZD each.

You can add as many pearls, charms or crystals as you like. Each item you choose is individually priced.

IS THERE A BOOKING DEPOSIT?

Yes. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your booking.

Your deposit is deducted from the final cost of the jewellery you create. It is not an additional fee.

WHEN DO I PAY THE REST?

Your remaining balance is based on the jewellery you choose during your experience and is paid on the day.

CAN I CHOOSE MY OWN CHAIN?

Yes. You’ll be able to choose from our available premium sterling silver chain styles.

Chain prices vary depending on the style and weight selected.

WHAT CAN I ADD TO MY JEWELLERY?

You can personalise your piece using our available selection of:
- Pearls
- Charms
- Crystals

You can keep your design simple or add several pieces to create something more personalised.

ARE THE PEARLS ACCREDITED?

Yes. Our pearls come with our pearl authentication certificate.

GUEST EXPERIENCES

Stories From The Experience

Heartfelt memories from guests who crafted personal, lasting keepsakes during their island stay in Rarotonga.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I had zero crafting experience, but the patient step-by-step guidance made assembling my bracelet effortless and so relaxing.

Sarah M.
Sarah M.
Honeymoon Trip
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Being able to pick from genuine sterling silver chains and sturdy clasps gave me total confidence that my piece will last for years.

Elena K.
Elena K.
Girls Day Out
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Selecting our own local Cook Islands pearls and hand-picked crystals made each necklace feel completely personal and unique.

Chloe T.
Chloe T.
Solo Island Escape
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Walking away with a polished, wearable piece made with my own hands was by far my favourite souvenir from Rarotonga.

Marcus B.
Marcus B.
Anniversary Getaway
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A peaceful, creative afternoon away from the midday sun that our entire family genuinely enjoyed together.

Hannah L.
Hannah L.
Family Holiday
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The studio atmosphere is welcoming and calm. Crafting our silver pendants was the highlight of our week on the island.

Jessica R.
Jessica R.
Friends Retreat
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Rarotonga, Cook Islands
South Pacific
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