New Creators & Beginners

Having trouble seeing the blogs? Just click ⬇️“Expand”⬇️ to open the full list of posts in this category. Each article is filled with stories, tips, and inspiration from my Niʻihau shell jewelry journey.Aloha and welcome everyone, 

This section is created for new creators and beginners who want to learn more about working with Niʻihau shells and creating shell jewelry. Here, I share guides that explain the basics — from understanding shell quality and sizes to fixing common issues and choosing the right tools to begin.

These posts are meant to support your learning journey, whether you’re just starting out, feeling curious, or slowly building confidence with your hands and materials. I hope these guides make the process feel more approachable and help you enjoy learning at your own pace.

To begin your learning journey, start with:

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