Repairs

We offer a professional and comprehensive re-stringing
and repair service for all forms of beaded jewellery.

"Thanks very much for your beautiful work." - Rachel

CURRENT WAIT TIMES

2 - 3 WEEKS GENERAL | 4 - 6 WEEKS KNOTTING

Whether it is a complete restring of a strand of beads, shortening a necklace or adding a magnetic clasp, we can help. We have been carrying out repairs for over 19 years and do a great job. See our price guide below or Email Nia to get a quote (please include a clear pic)

"Hi Nia . . . necklace received! It’s beautiful, thank you! x " - Jennie

"Thank you very much for the lovely job you did of repairing my amber and garnet necklaces.
You made a lovely job of them and I'm very grateful. - Ruth Brown

WRITE US A NOTE . . .
- What you want done
- Final Length
- Do you want a new clasp?
- Do you want regular findings or sterling/goldfill?
- Can we match in new beads if needed using our judgement or do you want to be consulted?

SEND TO . . .
The Bead Hold
PO Box 291
Stratford 4352
Taranaki

Multiple Items
Will be charged per item. We are happy to combine postage if you and a friend or three want to send in several repairs. We can take individual payment and send everything back in one bag

Payment
Is required upon completion, ideally by bank deposit. Nia will contact you with the final price once the repair is complete.

Price Guide for common work

Price includes restringing on high quality flexible beading wire with crimps and crimp covers.
Price does not include additional beads, a new clasp or return postage.

Single Strand Necklace, 40 - 60cm, previously on wire or thread, all larger beads (10mm or more) $28

Single Strand Necklace, 40 - 60cm, previously on wire or thread, mix of small and large beads $30

Single strand bracelet with clasp $18

Stretch bracelet, single strand $15
Stretch bracelet, double strand $20

Minimum charge for 'small' jobs e.g. attach new clasp, add length at back, earring repair $8 per piece

Other items . . .

Ideally, send us a picture or otherwise contact Nia with details including your phone number so Nia can find out the exact details and quote a price for you.

Pearlstringing / Knotting work

Price includes restringing material - silk cord and french wire.
Price does not include additional beads, a new clasp or return postage.
40 - 50 cm . . . . . $60
61 - 70 cm . . . . . $70
71 - 80 cm . . . . . $80
80 cm + . . . . . POA

DIY REPAIR KIT
$12
Price includes consult, appropriate materials, and standard post.

"My beads arrived safely this morning. Thank you for the beautiful repair job you did on them. I am really pleased that the crystal necklace can now be worn again by another generation!" - Jeannie