Turn dried flowers and UV resin into three finished jewelry pieces in a 90-minute Paia workshop. Ideal for beginners and families, the class pairs island materials with step‑by‑step instruction so you leave with wearable souvenirs.
Turn dried flowers and UV resin into three finished jewelry pieces in a 90-minute Paia workshop. Ideal for beginners and families, the class pairs island materials with step‑by‑step instruction so you leave with wearable souvenirs.
The room upstairs on a narrow Paia side street fills with light and the steady breath of trade winds slipping through open windows, palms outside nudging the ocean into view. At a long table, bottles of clear UV resin sit beside tins of dried flowers, slivers of gold leaf, and molds waiting to be filled — and the day begins with hands-on instruction that turns small finds into wearable pieces.
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Operated by Yulia Maui Art · Paia, Hawaii
The room upstairs on a narrow Paia side street fills with light and the steady breath of trade winds slipping through open windows, palms outside nudging the ocean into view. At a long table, bottles of clear UV resin sit beside tins of dried flowers, slivers of gold leaf, and molds waiting to be filled — and the day begins with hands-on instruction that turns small finds into wearable pieces.
Paia is a former plantation town on Maui’s north shore, where sugar and ranching shaped streets and storefronts and local crafts have always been part of daily life. The island itself is volcanic — basalt and ash created the beaches and reefs you’ll glimpse on the drive here — and local makers often incorporate coastal botanicals and found objects into jewelry, a practice rooted in Hawaiian resourcefulness and aesthetic.
The workshop guides beginners through mixing and curing UV resin, embedding botanicals and glitter, and assembling findings into earrings, pendants, bracelets or keychains. You’ll leave with three finished pieces the same day. Classes run about 90 minutes, are wheelchair accessible, and welcome kids aged 4+ with an adult.
Practical pointers: arrive 10 minutes early, wear clothes you don’t mind getting resin on, and bring small keepsakes (shells, sand, dried petals) if you want to personalize pieces. The instructor provides tools and bottled water; groups are small (max 12), so expect hands-on coaching. Note: not recommended for pregnant travelers due to resin fumes — ventilated space helps, but follow instructor guidance. For a creative, compact Maui afternoon, this workshop pairs island materials with straightforward technique to make meaningful souvenirs.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
No special fitness required; suitable for all physical fitness levels including children with supervision
Yes — the workshop uses UV resin, which cures quickly under UV light, so participants take home three completed pieces.
Yes — children aged 4 and up may participate when accompanied by a paying adult; expect simplified steps and supervision for young makers.
All resin, molds, dried botanicals and basic findings are provided; you may bring small personal items to embed if you wish.
Yes — the venue reports wheelchair-accessible surfaces and facilities; contact the operator with specific accessibility needs before booking.
Paia grew as a plantation and ranching service town; its mercantile roots evolved into a small arts and surf community that still blends local craft with island traditions.
Maui makers increasingly use responsibly sourced botanicals and reclaimed materials; avoid collecting live coral or protected species and follow local beach rules to minimize impact.
Yulia Maui Art operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The room upstairs on a narrow Paia side street fills with light and the steady breath of trade winds slipping through open windows, palms outside nudging the ocean into view. At a long table, bottles of clear UV resin sit beside tins of dried flowers, slivers of gold leaf, and molds waiting to be filled — and the day begins with hands-on instruction that turns small finds into wearable pieces.
The room upstairs on a narrow Paia side street fills with light and the steady breath of trade winds slipping through open windows, palms outside nudging the ocean into view. At a long table, bottles of clear UV resin sit beside tins of dried flowers, slivers of gold leaf, and molds waiting to be filled — and the day begins with hands-on instruction that turns small finds into wearable pieces.
Paia is a former plantation town on Maui’s north shore, where sugar and ranching shaped streets and storefronts and local crafts have always been part of daily life. The island itself is volcanic — basalt and ash created the beaches and reefs you’ll glimpse on the drive here — and local makers often incorporate coastal botanicals and found objects into jewelry, a practice rooted in Hawaiian resourcefulness and aesthetic.
The workshop guides beginners through mixing and curing UV resin, embedding botanicals and glitter, and assembling findings into earrings, pendants, bracelets or keychains. You’ll leave with three finished pieces the same day. Classes run about 90 minutes, are wheelchair accessible, and welcome kids aged 4+ with an adult.
Practical pointers: arrive 10 minutes early, wear clothes you don’t mind getting resin on, and bring small keepsakes (shells, sand, dried petals) if you want to personalize pieces. The instructor provides tools and bottled water; groups are small (max 12), so expect hands-on coaching. Note: not recommended for pregnant travelers due to resin fumes — ventilated space helps, but follow instructor guidance. For a creative, compact Maui afternoon, this workshop pairs island materials with straightforward technique to make meaningful souvenirs.