Alex Sands

THE DETOUR is a wonderful twist pendant carved by Māori artist Peter Mitchell. A faultless twist carving, finished in a beautifully polished two tone matte design. If you like handcrafted, traditional art to wear, and if you appreciate beautiful craftsmanship - check this piece out,...

PLUSH - double twist pendant, carved in New Zealand Totoweka Jade. A dynamic double twist carved from highly prized totoweka jade, PLUSH is a sleek pendant that showcases the stone's rich character and fluid lines. The form resolves in a perfectly judged offset point,...

BRUSHSTROKE - A smaller sized, double twist pendant. Sleek and sculptural, this double twist pendant is masterfully carved from distinctive New Zealand flower jade. The design spirals gracefully before resolving in a striking offset point. This is a beautiful piece, carved in a full-bodied design...

RIVERBED - A Beautiful, Kokopu Jade, Roimata (drop) Pendant Sleek Kokopu Jade Drop Pendant - Rare New Zealand Pounamu This stunning drop pendant showcases an exceptional piece of rare New Zealand Kokopu jade. RIVERBED is carved in a sleek, elongated drop shape, creating a...

LUNA - Marsden Jade, Roimata (drop) Pendant An exceptional piece of flower jade takes centre stage in this beautifully proportioned drop pendant, its unique markings are showcased within the classic form. The design features a generous, bulbous front that curves smoothly to a flat...

MYSTERY - a beautiful, semi-translucent, small Jade Roimata (drop). Made from a gorgeous light Pounamu this is a beautiful and very unusual piece of stone. It is rare to find a clean, green piece of jade like this in New Zealand. MYSTERY is a...

CHAMELEON - a beautiful, semi-translucent Kawakawa Jade Roimata (drop). The Perfect Pop of Green! Sometimes, simplicity says it all. This exquisitely formed drop pendant is cut from the most beautiful apple green jade and polished to a sublime, silky smooth finish. The vibrant, crisp...

SUN SURFER - a magnificent flower jade pendant SUN SURFER captures the essence of its name in this elegant pendant, carved from exquisite New Zealand flower jade. The stone's dramatic colour gradients sweep through the form, providing a visual journey of warm tones that...

SUN AEGIS - a flower jade adze pendant Marvel in the simple beauty of SUN AEGIS, an elegant work of art carved from the exquisite New Zealand Flower Jade. Delight in the gradients of colour that provide a feast for your senses! SUN AEGIS...

SALT WATER BLISS - New Zealand Marsden Jade Whale Tail Pendant SALT WATER BLISS - let this pendant remind you of the sea and all of its' magical inhabitants! A beautiful sperm whale tail pendant - one of the greatest ocean creatures immortalised in one...

SEA THROUGH ME - New Zealand Kokopu Jade Whale Tail Pendant SEA THROUGH ME - let this pendant remind you of the sea and all of its' magical inhabitants! A graceful humpback whale tail, miniaturised and beautifully carved from distinctive kokopu jade. The small scale...

AOTEA ICING - small Toki pendant hand carved from New Zealand Aotea stone.  This is a rare and very beautiful material found in limited quantities in New Zealand's South Westland. AOTEA ICING was hand crafted in Alex Sands Studio. The stone is a mixed...

POLAR BLAST - small Toki pendant hand carved from New Zealand Aotea stone. This is a rare and very beautiful material found in limited quantities in New Zealand's South Westland. This small traditional toki pendant is carved from beautiful and rare aotea stone, its soft...

BLUE MAGIC - Toki pendant hand carved from New Zealand Aotea stone. BLUE MAGIC is a medium-sized toki carved from beautiful and rare aotea stone, its soft, misty hues lending ethereal beauty to the traditional adze form. The pendant is a solid and chunky...

GREENERY - Jade armband carved from a lovely light green piece of New Zealand jade. This Pounamu armband will wrap your wrist in a little GREENERY! It is a unisex piece that will make a wonderful travel companion. We sell a number of these armbands...

SUNSHINE WRIST - Jade armband made from a lovely orange/green slice of New Zealand flower jade. This Pounamu armband will light up your wrist with a little sunshine! It is a unisex piece that will make a wonderful travel companion. We sell a number of...

SOLAR ORBIT - Hand Made New Zealand Marsden Jade Bangle SOLAR ORBIT - named to reflect the 'other-worldly' piece of stone used here. Top quality Marsden Flower Jade which displays all there is to love about this stone. The jade in this piece is...

ONEWA RIPPLE - a very cool, tactile, Onewa Stone pendant. Wearable art that demands to be touched. 🖤 Forget what you know about stone jewellery. This piece is a bold, inverted cone, hand-carved with dramatic, ripples laid across its face. The deep grooves create...

STONE TO SKIN - an elegant teardrop pendant made by hand from our finest Flower jade Wear this stunning drop close to your skin, connect with elemental stone - rare New Zealand Flower Jade and embrace its warmth! A burst of nature, carved in...

SUN'S SURFACE - a small, striking disc pendant carved in New Zealand flower jade.  The stone does most of the talking! Overall, the Jade is a beautiful bubbly, bright orange, with patches of darker shades throughout - green and beige tones - which give...

AMORE - a wonderful, small heart pendant.  Hand carved in beautiful New Zealand Inanga Jade. This is a visually gorgeous piece, curved and sensuous, carved from a beautiful piece of stone. The perfect piece of jewellery for someone you love. AMORE is carved with...

SPIRIT ECHO - New Zealand Jade Pekapeka Pendant ONE ONLY - Gorgeous Pekapeka pendant, hand carved from Pounamu with Pāua Shell and Mother of Pearl eyes. SPIRIT ECHO is a beauty! Wear it either side for a different look! On one side, the Pekapeka...

YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND IN ME - a sublime little twist pendant, carved in gorgeous New Zealand Jade. The twist design is locally called a 'Pikorua' and is a symbol of relationships. This is a gorgeous little example, carved in a curved drop shape...

SURFER'S SUNRISE - Large New Zealand Flower Jade Drop Pendant Catch the perfect wave of colour with SURFER'S SUNRISE  Stoked to introduce a piece that's pure magic! Shaped like a classic surfboard, this pendant is all about that dawn patrol feeling. Carved from exquisite...

MISTY - a gorgeous pair of hand carved drop earrings made from wonderful, subtly coloured New Zealand Inanga Pounamu, Jade. Check out the colour of these! This is a stunning jade, unique to New Zealand. MISTY have been carved to best utilise this very...

SUNNY HILLSIDE - Large and Beautiful Marsden Jade Drop Earrings Beautifully carved, elegant drop earrings hand made from top grade NEW ZEALAND Marsden Jade, locally called Pounamu. SUNNY HILLSIDE are carved from a lovely deep green Jade that cascades into beautiful sandy-orange colours towards the...

DIPPED IN SUNSHINE - Large and Beautiful Marsden Jade Drop Earrings Beautifully carved, elegant drop earrings hand made from top grade NEW ZEALAND Marsden Jade, locally called Pounamu. DIPPED IN SUNSHINE are carved from a lovely deep green Jade that cascades into beautiful sandy-orange...

FLOURISH is a twist pendant carved by Māori artist Peter Mitchell. A faultless twist carving, finished in a beautifully polished two tone matte design. If you like handcrafted, traditional art to wear, and if you appreciate beautiful craftsmanship - check this piece out, it's...

OCEAN SCRIPT - Hand Carved Bone Pendant Traditional art to wear, with a flourish! A beautifully designed and carved matau pendant - check this piece out, it's a beauty! OCEAN SCRIPT is carved from natural bone in New Zealand by Maori artist Peter Mitchell....

TWILIGHT ZONE - hand carved, whalebone Toki.  Carved from the bone of a Blue whale, this is a beautifully grained piece - plenty of character but tight enough to take on a good polish. Displaying a great mix of the characteristic gnarly grain and...