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I'm thrilled to share with you a ‘tidal turn’ in Nostalgem’s journey.
Earlier this year, during my travels to the Philippines (where I am originally from), I couldn’t help but notice the hardships faced by many locals, highlighting the pervasive issue of poverty in the country.
So here I am in a coastal town of Quezon. I'm currently training a talented husband and wife team (along with a relative), to help recreate some of my original designs.
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There's still a strong New Zealand connection, as I still make some of the pieces, and the gems of my jewellery are still the unique nature finds from this beautiful country.
As a Filipino New Zealand dual citizen, I am simply extending this harmonious blend to my jewellery — where the essence of two cultures converges in my jewellery.
Watch this space as I update you all in this new chapter of Nostalgem!
Maraming salamat po (thank you very much)
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-Rina
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