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Birth flower month meanings NZ
The Stories Behind the Flowers: What Each Birth Flower Really Means
Every birth flower has a story, from Victorian floriography to ancient mythology. Here's what each one actually means, and why we made them into necklaces. Read more...
Mother's Day jewellery gift NZ
A Birth Flower Necklace for Mum: A Gift That Actually Means Something
Not flowers. Not chocolate. A handmade birth flower necklace, made in NZ and gift-ready from $26, is the Mother's Day gift she'll actually wear. Read more...
Birth Flower Necklaces - A Unique Gift for Your Person
Birth Flower Necklaces - A Unique Gift for Your Person
A birth flower necklace is a quiet way of saying 'I know you'. Handmade in NZ, from $26, gift-ready. Here's how to find the right one for your person. Read more...
Handmade birth flower necklaces for all 12 months — Arias Design Co NZ
Birth Flowers by Month: The Complete NZ Guide
Every month has a birth flower - and every birth flower has a meaning. Here's your complete guide to all 12, with handmade birth flower necklaces made right here in... Read more...
Handmade polymer clay sunflower necklace on a gold chain
Sunflower Jewellery Gifts: Shopping For Your Sunny Person
Looking for a gift that actually means something? Handmade sunflower jewellery from a small NZ studio - here's how to pick the right piece for the person you have in... Read more...
Girl wearing handmade sunflower huggies earrings
How to Look After Your Polymer Clay Earrings (The Short Version and the Long One)
Polymer clay earrings are tougher than they look — but a bit of simple care goes a long way. Here's the straightforward guide to keeping your handmade sunflower jewellery looking... Read more...
Handmade sunflower jewellery collection
From Clay to Blossom: How Our Sunflower Earrings Are Made
Every pair of sunflower earrings from Arias Design Co is shaped, baked and hand-painted in our Auckland studio. Here's what that actually looks like — from raw block of clay... Read more...
Girl wearing handmade sunflower earrings NZ
How to Actually Wear Sunflower Earrings (Real Outfits, Not a Mood Board)
Sunflower earrings aren't just for garden parties or picnics. Here's how to wear handmade flower earrings to work, brunch, weekends, and everything in between. Read more...
Handmade sunflower earrings NZ with silver hooks
What Is It About Sunflowers? (And How to Wear Them Without Overthinking It)
There's something about sunflowers that just makes people feel better. Here's why they work so beautifully as jewellery - and how to wear handmade sunflower earrings in a way that... Read more...
New Shop Feature: Filter By Design
New Shop Feature: Filter By Design
One thing I've always found really difficult about running an online store is how to consistently categorise all of the earrings and jewellery into collections. When I launch a new... Read more...
Sunflower Earrings NZ | Handmade Sunflower Jewellery NZ - Arias Design Co
Five Reasons You'll Love Our Sunflower Earrings
5 Reasons You'll Love Our Handmade Sunflower Earrings There are so many things about our handmade sunflower earrings that keep them as one of our biggest best sellers! Brightening up any... Read more...
NZ 925 Sterling Silver Earring Care Guide | Arias Design Co Jewellery Care
Caring For Your Sterling Silver Jewellery
When you buy a pair of new sterling silver earrings, you'll want to make sure you can keep them looking shiny and new for as long as possible. Although it is seen as... Read more...
NZ Handmade Jewellery Gift Guide | Arias Design Co Polymer Clay Earrings
How To Choose Which NZ Made Earrings To Gift
So, you've decided you want to gift your person some unique, handmade earrings that they won't be able to get anywhere else. Excellent choice. The next question is: which pair... Read more...
Arias Design Co - No Black Friday for this NZ Small Business
Why we don't be doing a Black Friday sale as a New Zealand small business
As the chaos of Black Friday approaches, we've made a thoughtful decision to abstain from hosting any Black Friday sales - and this is why: 1. Mindful consumerism is a... Read more...
Mental Health | Arias Design Co NZ
How To Create A Mental Health Coping Kit For Hard Times
Nobody makes it through life unscathed. For those inevitable bumps, scratches and bruises, it's a fairly common practice for people to have a first aid kit handy. They're mandated in... Read more...
Arias Design Co Handmade Jewellery NZ at Masala Bazaar
Attention Auckland! Arias Design Co Now Available At Masala Bazaar
Since arriving in New Zealand back in 2019, I've been over the moon to be based in Auckland. It's a city unlike any other, with incredibly kind and hospitable people, beautiful... Read more...
Handmade Polymer Clay Earrings NZ | Arias Design Co - Ocean Inspired Earrings
How Polymer Clay Earrings Made in New Zealand Are Funding A Students Education In Indonesia
Arias Design Co has always been about using our handmade jewellery for good. If you've been following along since the early days, you'll know of our annual Kaleydo Fundrasier collection.... Read more...
girl wearing floral stainless steel earrings in Auckland garden
Stainless Steel Earrings vs Sterling Silver Earrings
Stainless steel or sterling silver? Both are hypoallergenic, both look beautiful. Here's the honest comparison to help you choose, from the Arias Design Co studio in Auckland. Read more...
Blog: Mental Health vs Mental Illness | Arias Design Co Lending an Ear for better mental health
Mental Health vs Mental Illness: What’s the Difference?
As awareness and general knowledge surrounding mental health and mental illness grows, it’s important to be able to understand the differences between what we call ‘mental health’ and what we... Read more...
Auckland Floods: Where & How To Get Help
Auckland Floods: Where & How To Get Help
Information collated from SpinOff - original article can be found here Kai, clothing, bedding  Auckland City MissionA flood response fund has been set up by the mission. Both Vodafone and Te Rourou,... Read more...
A Handful Of Our Favourite Jewellery Reviews!
A Handful Of Our Favourite Jewellery Reviews!
As we come towards the end of 2022 already, we thought it would be nice to reflect back on 2021 and get a little nostalgic. 2021 was our first year in... Read more...
Buying handmade jewellery from a small business NZ | Arias Design Co Blog Post
Why Should You Buy Handmade Jewellery?
If you are seeking a more special, unique piece of jewellery, then handmade is the way to go. Handmade jewellery is far more personal and allows you to have something that... Read more...
Beautiful Minds | Mental Health Podcast New Zealand
Chatting mental health, mindfulness and small business on Beautiful Minds
Since I've come to New Zealand I've been blown away by the genuine kindness and empathy of the people I've crossed paths with here. Cath, who makes delightfully luxurious skincare... Read more...
Ocean Inspired Earrings For Education - Handmade Jewellery With A Conscience
Earrings For Education - Meet The Kaleydo Collection
I'm so excited to share our latest collection with you! The Kaleydo Collection is an ocean inspired collection of handmade polymer clay earrings, created to help raise money for tuition fees to... Read more...
Seven Thought Distortions Affecting Your Mood | Mental Health Blog NZ
Seven Thought Distortions That Can Affect Your Mood
Our thoughts are very much affected by our moods, and they aren't always giving you the full picture. When we're going through a low period, such as feeling depressed or anxious,... Read more...
Sunflowers For Ukraine Update - Sunflower Polymer Clay Earrings, Made In Auckland For Ukraine
Update - Lend An Ear & Sunflowers For Ukraine
When I started Arias Design Co nearly a year ago I had the intention of using it as a vessel that could help support other organisations with donations raised from... Read more...
Faux Stone Polymer Clay Earrings | Handmade Crystal Inspired Jewellery, Made in New Zealand
Reintroducing the Faux Stone Collection
Back in May 2021, one of the first styles of clay earrings to to hit Arias Design Co was a mini collection of faux rose quartz drop earrings. There were just... Read more...
What's the best way to secure polymer clay stud earrings?
How Should You Secure Your Polymer Clay Earring Studs?
When it comes to making polymer clay earrings, you need to be sure that your handmade jewellery is sturdy and durable. One of the most attractive features of clay earrings... Read more...
How can polymer clay jewellery be eco friendly?
How Can Polymer Clay Earrings Be Eco Friendly?
As a NZ small business it's important to me that Arias Design Co doesn't leave a huge dent on the environment when making polymer clay earrings. I'm transparent with you... Read more...
Custom Orders | Made To Order Earrings | Buy Bespoke Earrings NZ
How Do Custom Orders Work?
Custom Earrings Are The Perfect Gift! I have been known to be a little bit dramatic from time to time but I really do mean it when I say the... Read more...
How Creativity Can Help Your Mental Health | Mental Health Blog NZ
How Creativity Can Help Your Mental Health
Tuning in to our creative energy is good for us on so many levels - it improves our brain function and can help us out in terms of both physical and... Read more...
Social Media & Mental Health | Mental Health Blog NZ
Five Ways To Manage Mental Health on Social Media
Social media has firmly inserted itself into our lives and it isn’t going anywhere. It's a powerful tool, used by most in our modern world. Since founding Arias Design Co,... Read more...
Arias Design Co | Auckland Market Stall | Auckland Craft Market New Zealand
Arias Design Co's First Market!
If you’ve seen our social media accounts over the weekend just gone, you’ll know that Saturday 3rd of July marked the date of Arias Design Co’s first venture into the... Read more...
Handmade polymer clay earrings | Daisy polymer clay earrings | New Zealand handmade jewellery
A Whole Month Of Handmade Earrings!
Hi everyone! Wow, I can’t believe it’s been a whole month with Arias Design Co. It’s been a little bit wild! Launching a business in the midst of a global... Read more...