What you'll do:

You'll spend two hours in a warm, intimate studio in Carmel-by-the-Sea getting a permanent bracelet welded to your wrist and a custom hat made exactly the way you want it, then walk out wearing both.

• Choose your permanent jewelry — Pick from sterling silver, 14K gold fill, rose gold fill, or solid gold chains, then have your bracelet, anklet, or necklace custom-fitted and welded seamlessly with no clasp.

• Get your piece welded on — A skilled jeweler fits the chain to your wrist and welds it shut right in front of you, so it sits perfectly and stays on.

• Build your custom hat — Head to the Hamilton Hat Lounge side of the studio and pick a hat base, then personalize it with ribbons, feathers, charms, and branding until it feels like yours.

• Style and socialize — The studio is designed for groups, so you'll move through both experiences together in a relaxed, lounge-style setting.

• Leave with two keepsakes — Every guest walks out with a welded piece of permanent jewelry and a fully customized hat, both made during your visit.

This is the kind of experience that naturally becomes the highlight of a bachelorette weekend or girls' trip, two hands-on activities in one stop, in one of California's most charming coastal towns.

Why we love it for your party:

• Two experiences in one visit — Permanent jewelry and custom hat-making in a single two-hour session means no running between venues.

• Every guest leaves with something custom — Each piece of jewelry and each hat is individually fitted or styled, so nothing is generic.

• Works for most group sizes — From small bachelorette parties to large celebrations up to 900 guests, with packages that scale to fit.

• Unisex and age-inclusive — Chains and hats work for everyone in the group, not just the bride or birthday guest.

• Mobile option available — The full experience can come to your hotel suite, rental home, or private venue if you'd rather not travel.

About this experience partner:

Bonded Bracelets is Carmel-by-the-Sea's permanent jewelry studio, now partnered with Hamilton Hat Lounge to offer a combined jewelry and custom hat experience out of a single studio space in Carmel Square. Founded in 2019, Bonded is known for clean, precise welding and a curated selection across silver and gold. Together with Hamilton Hats, they run the only permanent jewelry and hat bar duo on the California coast, serving bachelorette groups, birthday parties, and girls' trips looking for something more hands-on than a standard activity.

Additional information:

• Studio is located at San Carlos 2 NE of 7th, Unit 3, Carmel Square, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921.

• Mobile bookings are available the team can come to your suite, home, or event venue.

• Packages start for groups under 10 and scale up to 900 guests; custom packages available for one or both brands.

• Solid gold chains available on request (pricing may vary).

• The experience is unisex and open to most ages.