Maui Jewelry Making Class with Puka Shells and Pearls
Overview
Join a hands-on workshop with celebrated Maui jewelry artist Mona Lisa and uncover the secrets of her craft. Set in the artist home studio atelier with a treasure trove of beads and jewelry creating an immersive experience that offers a fun and accessible introduction to jewelry making. You’ll learn about exquisite pearls—from Tahitian and Akoya to Keshi and Edison pearls—and the differences between freshwater and saltwater varieties. Dive into the fascinating history of this timeless Hawaiian tradition while picking up a few Hawaiian words as you bead your own necklace.
Mona Lisa provides a prepared jewelry kit with all the materials you need—wire, beads, and supplies—to create one beautiful piece or multiple stunning designs. If you need extra materials, she’ll have options on hand to keep your inspiration flowing.
Whether you're a beginner or a jewelry enthusiast, this workshop blends education, artistry, and aloha spirit into a truly memorable experience.
What's Included
- Materials
- Hands on experience, one on one step by step process. Very tailored to your group. Classes are private and not bunched up with random people so the attention to detail is top notch.
Meeting Location
1021 South Kihei Road
Kihei, HI 96753, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Aloha! Welcome to my Maui Mona Lisa jewelry making at my home atelier studio right off South Kihei Road. There are two different jewelry kits to select from:
There is a one hour class available for beginners. Create one necklace by selecting one style from a selection of jewelry kits with all the materials included. The upgraded 2 hour class you would be working with wirework and the ability to create more complex designer jewelry.
A:Tahitian and fresh water Pearls with cord and magnetic clasp in Gold or silver jewelry metals. Maui Mona Lisa gift box.
B. Puka Shell kit. I personally dive for all of the puka shells. The Puka Shell kit comes with option of 14K Goldfill or Sterling Silver chian and wire. A Maui Mona Lisa gift box.
1. select a kit, a pearl kit or puka shell kit is your options and grab a seat.
2. You will be given options of necklace styles to make.
3. beginning Jewelry making drop in class is one hour. To learn wire work make sure you sign up for the 2 hour classes.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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Activity code: C-5588029P1
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 12 traveler reviews collected by Cool Hawaii and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- Materials.
- Hands on experience, one on one step by step process. Very tailored to your group. Classes are private and not bunched up with random people so the attention to detail is top notch.
The minimum age to participate is 4. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Maui Jewelry Making Class with Puka Shells and Pearls is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Maui Jewelry Making Class with Puka Shells and Pearls will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Materials
- Hands on experience, one on one step by step process. Very tailored to your group. Classes are private and not bunched up with random people so the attention to detail is top notch.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
