pick a pearl setting

[BabyPiglet]

Yes, those are all necklace settings.

Unfortunately the butterfly setting had some issues ... I put it on my DD in the morning and by lunch it was missing. The entire butterfly, including hanging clasp thing, was gone. Her chain was still intact on her neck but the beautiful pearl and setting were gone. We never did find them. So make sure you thoroughly inspect them to make sure they are intact and not weak or open in any areas before you put them on.

Thanks!

 

[DizzDoll]

My DD and I did this 2x last year in the WS - she got one beautiful 6.5 mm and then a pair of twins she had made into earrings, and the single pearl she had made into a necklace. I got 2 7.5 mm pearls that I had made into necklaces. We are DEFINITELY going to do this again this year and I'm going to video it this time because the lady really does make a big thing about opening up the oysters. And the bigger or more colorful the pearl the bigger noise she makes!! What a neat celebration.

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

My DD did this during our visit last August and ended up with a really pretty silver pearl. However, it came loose from the setting about two weeks after we got home. I will be in WDW over the weekend and I'm hoping I can take it back in and have it repaired.

 

[waynesgirl]

You know, I cried and pitched my temper tantrum, ladies, you know the one where we go, "I really don't ask for much, you know!" every time we have gone to WDW, but in Sept 07, he finally broke down and I got a 7.5 pearl and we had it set in a crazy, squiggly corkscrew shape and I haven't worn it yet, but I will be wearing it for the 1st time when we go back in Apr.

It is so entertaining and they are really beautiful and I highly recommend it for that perfect teenager momento gift.

 

[Tinkim]

I just read this entire thread and loved it! Thanks to everyone who shared their stories and pictures. Does anyone have a picture of a pearl set in a dolphin ring they would like to share? I wear gold so I know it would be pricey but just trying to get an idea of what they look like and what the cost is. I want to do this next time and have DD pick one out too. Thanks!

 

[Jennifer823]

Have you seen the Pearl Factory's website? They have an online catalog where you can see a lot of their settings! Check it out: http://www.pearl-factory.com/

 

[Jennifer823]

Avic77, your necklace is beautiful! How big is the pearl you got? I love the color.

 

[dreamalittledream]

Have you seen the Pearl Factory's website? They have an online catalog where you can see a lot of their settings! Check it out: http://www.pearl-factory.com/

so is the one in Japan not the same as DTD, BB, TL and Y&B?

 

[avic77]

My pearl was 8mm

 

[DiznEeyore]

Have you seen the Pearl Factory's website? They have an online catalog where you can see a lot of their settings! Check it out: http://www.pearl-factory.com/

Wow! Thanks for posting the website!

 

[Ohiomomof2]

Have you seen the Pearl Factory's website? They have an online catalog where you can see a lot of their settings! Check it out: http://www.pearl-factory.com/

Does anyone know if you purchase a setting from the web site and bring it with you WDW they will set the pearl in it?

I know this seems very backwards - but I am a turtle fanatic and love the setting they have for a sea turtle. I would also appreciate paying for it ahead of time to better manage the vacation funds.

 

[Daxx]

As promised, here is my pick a pearl jewelry from Japan. It's a little dark ... it was tough getting a good photo. DS picked the pearl and the setting for me:

Cost for the setting was $10 and it's silver. Pearl was a golden pink and was 7 1/4 mm. Unfortunately, the chain I brought w/me didn't fit into the slits on the side ... but the pendant "floats" on the chain and it goes through the top sides of the heart. I'm going to get a new chain this weekend. We decided to get one for DS's Godmother for Valentine's day and hers was same size and color as mine. Then, we went back another day to pick 2 more pearls for earrings for Grandma. Earring settings were v. plain and inexpensive (maybe $10).

They also had some cute cell phone charm settings. I remember an angel and maybe a flower and horseshoe? Can't recall offhand but they were around $10 ea. V. cute! I was going to get one but decided to wait until our next Disney vaca.!

 

[TeamTinkerbell]

How much are the Mickey cages?

Did I miss what as Mickey cage is?

 

[TeamTinkerbell]

I mostly skimmed this thread, but I didn't see my setting, so I wanted to share for those who are interested. I did the pick-a-pearl in Japan back in April. My oyster had twins, but interestingly enough, the twins were exactly the same size, which they said was pretty rare. It's a shame I don't wear earrings!

I picked this setting and I am so pleased. The pearls are just beautiful! I want to say the whole thing was around $60, but I didn't buy a chain since I had one at home.

That is really cool. Two for the price of one!!

 

[pixleyyy]

My DD picked a BEAUTIFUL silver/blue pearl. She had it set in this cute sterling silver heart setting. The setting cost only $9.50 but it was her second setting because the hanging clasp broke on her first one and she lost it. This one there is no way that can happen as the chain goes right through the sides of the heart itself.

 

[iluv2go2disney]

Here is the one i got at DTD

Does anyone know how much this setting is? I love how simple and elegant it is.

 

[faith2008uk]

bigAWL,

Thank you so much for your research !! I am such a visual person so the pictures were awesome to include!! I want to try for a black one if they have that species. Does anyone remember seeing the black oysters??

--Missy

We went to Disney in 1999 and both me and my mum got a pearl each from the stand. I got a lovely white pearl which I had put in a kissing dolphin pendant which I am even wearing now, and wear near enough every day! And my mum got a black pearl, which she was horrified with, until the CM said that it was more rare, sure did put a smile back on her face! I don't quite remember what type of oyster she picked up as it was years ago, but shows that you can get them!

 

[TeamTinkerbell]

DD11 and I are going by ourselves for a week to WDW. We are trying new things and doing things that we either didn't know of or DH wouldn't do when we were there the other times. I have to say, this has gotten her more excited than anything else. The idea of picking a black pearl makes us both tremble with excitement. I'd love to see some more photos if anyone has them. I have a special necklace that I wear and won't replace with another so I'll be getting a ring. DD has decided to get a pin for her grandmother and maybe a ring for herself.

 

[Chip_and_Dales_Girl]

Does anyone know if the one at DTD actually has Sterling Silver settings? I think the pick a pearl is a lot of fun and I love to do it, however my husband just about killed me when he found out my setting was over 200 dollars. It felt very high pressure there, and I don't see anything under 99 on the website.

I love to do it, but we don't get over to Japan in Epcot very often, so I was hoping either of the water parks or DTD would have something a little more affordable in the way of settings.

ETA: Upon further investigation it does seem they have some cheaper settings there! Does anyone know if they do earrings? I'm not sure I want to wade through 24 pages!

 

[vellamint]

I havent read this whole thread but just wanted to add that I bought a pendent setting that was 14K with a small diamond on it. I really did NOT wear it very often. One day, as I was holding it between two fingers, it simply dropped off the chain! I was lucky enough that it happened as I was holding it so I did not lose the pearl but the little diamond was gone. I am bringing it back with me this summer and I am sure they will reset it onto the pendent but i dont know about the diamond.........makes me mad.