Our Story

I created BanglesByJoii to pursue my passion for art & creativity. When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, me & my family were stuck inside, not able to go or do anything for almost a entire year. We got to really explore our creative side & let our imaginations soar & I can say it has done nothing but bring greatness for my family. 

I have a passion for the ocean & diving for my own shells to create a memory brings me so much joy. Since I was a child, rain or shine- you can find me in water. The ocean has always been my place of peace. I am a VERY proud Puerto Rican, Pacific Islander from the island of Guam & raised in Hawai’i. I’ve always wanted to buy bangles growing up, but they were always too expensive for my family. I pride myself in quality bangles, using 14K gold filled and sterling wire while aiming to remain a family-friendly budget business.

 

 Joii is my middle name & as unique as it’s spelled- I truly do believe the joii I have for life is what has gotten me this far. I deeply appreciate when you choose me to be the one to create your bangles. There are so many bigger, louder bangle creators & while I may not be the cheapest I certainly will put 100% love into every single bangle I create & for that I thank you! 

 

I practiced & practiced for 2 years on soldering, texturizing and drilling. It has definitely helped me practice my patience. Every day I grew more knowledge, did more research & tried, and then tried again. I did this for two years before finally deciding I loved my work, and the quality I was producing. It made me realize I could start my own business, and i did.. If it wasn’t for my family pushing me to just sell ONE, I would still be practicing in my living room, and not here today. I am self taught! I didn’t have a mentor, I didn’t have any friends that did this to ask & I was too shame to ask advice from other jewelers knowing I would be doing the same thing. & I am so proud of that ❤️

 

Nursing takes up my weekdays, & making bangles for you & your ohana fill our nights and weekends. Being home & happy with my children make it 100% worth it. 

 

This was my dream & im living it to the fullest.

 

 

Mahalo,

Joii.