We make jewelry – that in itself means what we make becomes mementos, living objects, stories, and bridges between people.

Jewelry is a personal keepsake that binds people together with a loved one, a never-forgotten one, the one that got away. With themselves.

Through our work, we want to make meaningful connections between all actors in the chain. From miners and cutters to metalsmiths and marketing managers, and to our beloved clients. You are invariably linked to the very woman who panned the gold from a riverbank in Kalimantan.

Jewelry is built on connections. Ours especially.

We believe in being honest about our impact and our journey towards our mission. We'll never be quite perfect, and always striving to do better.

We stand behind the origin of our raw materials and the way our jewelry is made.

Your trust isn’t something we take lightly.

We believe in giving back because we've discovered this is the rule to a good life. 

In the end, we're not really giving anything away. We're merely returning what we’ve been given, in manifold.

What you do has an impact. 

What that impact is - that’s up to you. 

We’re here to interrupt, gently. To transform a destructive impact into a positive kick. The kind that changes the lives of those we work with. 

When we challenge the status quo and show that it’s possible to make jewelry in a different way, we believe more people will follow. 

Through our jewelry, we invite you to join us and make a difference.

We write poetry because this is how one makes love to oneself. 

Do not cover your wins with fallen leaves.

Do not disguise your masterpieces in ordinary clothes.

Do not camouflage the phenomenon that is you, just because the world chooses to turn down miracles.

The truth is you cannot live a lie, or run away from sunshine, no matter how hard you try.

This magnificent explosion that is your life was always meant to take your breath away.

How does this translate to business? We do not advertise or urge to buy based on shame. We offer a range of ring sizes, for every body. Our models are not chosen based on their body type, shape or size. We send love notes to our clients, because you are worth loving.

Twice a year, our team designs a one of a kind collection of jewelry for a good cause. 100% of the proceeds will go to a charity of our choice. 

Aside from that, we also donate when we feel called upon. 

In 2018 we donated $8,072.58 to causes we believe, and another $3,781.86 in 2019. In 2020, we've made donations to an orphanage, a gentle birthing clinic and bought hundreds of watermelons from local farmers to give to people affected by the economic impact of the pandemic. In 2021, we’ve made donations to 3 schools in North Sulawesi, food for people affected by the pandemic in Bali, coral restoration, prenatal appointments and clean water for families in Bali.

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The sparkling sea, the strong roots of mangroves and lush forests paint a vivid picture of Biak Island, Papua. 

For every purchase of a Gardens of the Sun piece we plant five trees in Biak Island. 

Through the Eden Reforestation Project, your purchase employs local communities in reforesting their land. This targets one of the leading causes of deforestation, gives jobs to thousands of local villagers, and creates a connection between the local community and its recovering environment. 

Not only that, your sigh of pleasure at wearing your jewelry is complemented by a sigh of relief from Mother Earth, forging a connection that will last years and decades into the future. 

Your Gardens of the Sun jewelry comes gift wrapped in beautiful, recycled packaging, lovingly hand-crafted by Banana Paper Bandung. This is a community enterprise in Bandung, West Java, that makes paper from banana stems. 

Banana stems produce fruit only once. After harvesting the fruit, farmers cut the banana stems so new plants can grow. These stems become waste that’s usually composted after harvesting, but their high cellulose content makes it a great source for paper. 

Each ton of banana paper made saves between 15 and 20 trees. It also uses less energy and water than the normal paper industry, so there’s less environmental pollution and less post-consumer waste. 

Our packaging isn’t just more sustainable. Our clients have told us it feels like getting a special gift from a dear friend. 

In our little Balinese studio, we employ 27 people. When we moved in, our premises were blessed by a Balinese high priest. 

And we take care of our little paradise together. We fill it with good vibes, the playful wrestling between our rescue puppies, the daily incense and offerings to the unseen spirits. 

Every single one of us receives fair pay, a generous maternity or paternity leave, health insurance, a training budget, fresh fruits, weekly yoga classes, volunteer days to contribute to a cause we care about, and continued pay when we're ill. Ah, and the free jewelry is a nice perk too!