Ocean Shell Studios - Giftware and Craft

17/02/2026

**Recruiting now** for a Senior Manager, Production and Fulfilment
**based at the Riverton Factory** - this is a hands on leadership role working alongside our experienced production & dispatch teams, with great day to day variety and a strong focus on leading & implementing LEAN throughout the business. Our souvenir business is growing and this presents an exciting opportunity to join our tight-knit team.
Tag anyone you think would be interested in a great opportunity to LIVE & WORK in the beautiful Riviera of the South!
For more details, see the Seek Ad and APPLY or get in touch by email. Applications close Feb 22nd.

https://www.seek.co.nz/job/90096159?tracking=SHR-WEB-SharedJob-anz-2&share=fb&fbclid=IwY2xjawQBvpJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJ5OXBHZkE3OWZxS1lIRXgxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHi-346vc5Dry1VEbxEggaWqoqQJG6Lfzu0gJmz634b-MQWaPb6ddIiM3l5NK_aem_sk3JVtIjwVcYrRlrVGD7yg

We are looking for an experienced practical leader in a manufacturing environment with a passion for continuous improvement to lead our team.

12/12/2025

Did you know we have a sister company called Fiordland Souvenirs? 🌊💙

We have just launched their page and we would love if you gave it a follow. They’re the beachy, bright and fun side of our shell family - featuring New Zealand paua jewellery, accessories, giftware and more! 🏖️

We have some pretty exciting things happening on the horizon - watch this space... 👀🌴

Fiordland Souvenirs celebrates New Zealand’s natural beauty with hand-crafted, sustainable jewellery, accessories and giftware. Featuring the vibrant hues of Aotearoa’s coastlines, ethically sourced and thoughtfully designed.

12/12/2025

🌊 A little update from Ocean Shell Studios

As we head into summer, we just want to say a big thank you for all your support this year. It’s been an exciting time for our small Southland team as we roll out our fresh new website along with new season designs in the same great quality you have come to know and love. We are so grateful for everyone who has been following along!

✨ Summer Hours – Showroom & Factory
Our Riverton showroom & factory is now open longer hours to make the most of the holiday season. Open 10am – 4.30pm daily (located at 35 Bath Road). Pop on in to browse, snag a bargain, or pick up some ocean themed Christmas gifts. We have seconds, overstocks, samples and more available!

Thank you again for supporting our little NZ owned & operated business. We can’t wait to welcome you in this summer! ☀️🐚

03/12/2025

Looking for the Perfect Christmas Gift for Mum? Give her something truly special (and uniquely New Zealand!) this year. 💕

Our handcrafted Rimu Pāua Shell Platter is the kind of gift she will treasure for many years to come...beautiful, practical, and made right here in Aotearoa. Crafted from heritage Rimu and inlaid with whole shimmering pāua shells, it’s a stunning centrepiece for Christmas grazing tables, cheese boards, or summer entertaining. 🌿✨

Each board is completely one of a kind, featuring natural markings and character from the reclaimed Rimu timber. The recessed pāua shells can be used for dips and sauces, making it both beautiful and functional.

Perfect for:
🌟 Mums who love hosting
🌟 Coastal & NZ inspired home décor
🌟 Christmas Day platters & summer entertaining
🌟 Anyone who appreciates quality NZ craftsmanship!

Available in 1, 2, or 3 pāua shell designs.

🎄 Treat Mum to something truly Kiwi this Christmas:
https://www.oceanshellstudios.nz/products/paua-shell-platter-rimu

03/12/2025

🎄 Not Sure What to Get Dad This Christmas? We’ve Got You ! 🍻

If your dad (or partner, brother, grandad…) is impossible to shop for, this one’s a winner. Our handcrafted Recyclewood Bottle Opener is the perfect mix of practical, rustic, and uniquely NZ. 🎁

Made right here in Aotearoa from upcycled timber, each piece has its own knots, cracks, and driftwood-style charm - no two are ever the same. Finished with shimmering pāua shell inlay, it brings a coastal Kiwi touch to any man cave, garage, bar area, or bach.

At 300×90mm, it mounts neatly to the wall and looks like functional art - ideal for the guy who has everything (except this).

♻️ Sustainable
🌊 Uniquely NZ-made
🍺 Perfect for beer lovers
🎁 A top-tier Christmas gift

✨ Shop here:
https://www.oceanshellstudios.nz/products/recyclewood-bottle-opener