Beads and Charms: The Bauble Collective’s Custom Jewelry Parties
The Bauble Collective, founded by Caitlin Reyna, brings a personalized touch to jewelry-making parties in and around Laguna Beach. This fun and innovative concept blossomed from Caitlin's childhood passion for beads and has grown into a thriving business that ignites creativity in kids and adults alike.
Caitlin started The Bauble Collective with a vision to introduce young kids (3 and up) to the fun and creativity of jewelry making.
"The idea was simple: bring the magic of bead stores directly to the party, allowing each participant to create something unique," Caitlin explains.
She quickly gained traction through word of mouth and suddenly she was booking parties for friends and friends of friends.
The Bauble Collective is officially born
The name 'Bauble Collective' reflects the essence of her parties — where a collection of individual creations emerges from a shared experience.
"At the end of each party, it's incredible to see a whole spectrum of designs, each reflecting the child’s personality," says Caitlin.
Expanding Creativity with Charm Parties
Recently, The Bauble Collective has expanded to include Charm Parties, tailored for older children and adults. These gatherings feature gold chains and a variety of fun, stylish charms that participants can use to design pieces that aren’t just playful but are elegant enough to cherish and wear long after the party ends.
"Charm Parties are about crafting a piece of jewelry that's not only meaningful but also stylish enough to wear on any occasion," Caitlin notes.
Favorite Moments and Lasting Memories
Caitlin's favorite memories involve witnessing the sheer joy of children who dive deep into the art of jewelry making. "Some kids don’t want to stop; they even ask to take extra beads home or stuff their party favor kits with more supplies," she recalls with a smile. These moments remind her of her own days spent in bead stores, exploring endless possibilities.
The Bauble Collective isn’t just a business; it's an actual event that brings people together through creativity... no iPads, no YouTube, no devices involved.
Caitlin's parties are more than just fun — they are a nurturing space for fine motor skills, pattern recognition, and artistic expression.
Whether it's a birthday, Mother’s Day, or just a casual get-together, Caitlin and The Bauble Collective offer a unique way to celebrate special occasions. Each party can be set for up to 15 people, carefully planned and executed, ensuring every guest leaves with a special piece that captures their creative spirit.
While The Bauble Collective mainly focuses on Orange County, they’ll also serve Los Angeles and San Diego counties with a travel fee.
Book a party at TheBaubleCollective.com.
Photos by Marielena Photography.