The Spilt Milk Co. – Handcrafted Keepsakes infused with real DNA so you can carry your precious memories, milestones & loved ones with you, always.

The Spilt Milk Co. is a heartfelt fusion of artistry, craftsmanship, and motherhood—founded by Ashley, a mother of three with a background in art, design, and jewellery retail. Six months pregnant with her third child, she began the business from her home studio in Papamoa, driven by a desire to help others preserve life’s most meaningful and fleeting moments.

Over the past 6½ years, The Spilt Milk Co. has grown into a beloved keepsake jewellery brand, known for creating deeply personal pieces using elements such as breast milk, hair, placenta, and ashes. Each item is a wearable tribute to love, memory, and connection.

“I am always so honoured to help tell your story & be a little part of your journey to create a meaningful treasure that you can hold close, always.”

Ashley – Founder | Crafter

Ashley uses a careful preservation process: breast milk is dehydrated and ground into a fine powder, while other inclusions are prepared with equal precision, then incorporated into custom jewellery designs.These aren’t just pieces of jewellery, they’re tangible connections to the people and moments.

Every piece from The Spilt Milk Co. is handcrafted with care and intention—transforming raw, emotional moments into timeless keepsakes that tell your story.

Clients can choose from sterling silver, 9ct, or 14ct gold in white, yellow, or rose gold finishes. Check out the Spilt Milk Co. online store, or use the contact form to have a chat with Ashley about your custom piece.

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Katie August 21, 2025 7:42 pm
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Ashley helped create the most beautiful keepsake necklace for me, one I will always treasure. She took the time and was super patient to help me choose every element until it was exactly what I wanted. Such a pleasure to deal with and a beautiful small business to support.

Kara July 26, 2025 12:30 am
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Highly recommended Ashley at Spilt Milk Co. I’ve purchased custom made beads for each of my children that included some strands of their hair and my breastmilk. And my latest purchase to conclude the end of my breastfeeding and baby journey was an absolutely beautiful Ellie ring with each of the children’s birthstones separated by breastmilk beads. It’s so stunning and I love it so much. Such a special piece of jewellery.

Rochelle July 24, 2025 3:06 pm
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I’ve used the Spilt Milk Co. for a few precious keepsakes now and will continue to use them. Ashley ensures each piece honours the DNA and memory it holds and is so helpful to work with.

Hazel July 24, 2025 1:43 pm
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Ashley was super helpful and very patient with all my questions and ‘mum brain’ in creating a beautiful piece of jewellery from my breast milk. I often get comments on how beautiful it is and then when I explain the meaning/story behind it, people are blown away!

Lexi July 10, 2025 9:34 am
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Received my breastmilk ring from The Spilt Milk Co and I’m honestly in love. I chose to include both of my children’s birthstones, and the result is even more beautiful than I imagined. It feels like such a special way to celebrate my breastfeeding journey — something deeply personal, messy and meaningful — captured forever in something I can wear every day.

The process with Spilt Milk Co was incredibly smooth. They treated every step with care and I felt really supported throughout. You can tell this isn’t just jewellery. It’s made with real heart.

I’ll treasure this piece forever. It’s not just a ring. It’s a little reminder of those hazy newborn days, sleepy feeds and the bond we built along the way.

KP July 6, 2025 2:56 pm
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Ash is honestly incredible! I met with Ash after our son was a stillborn. She took genuine interest in our boy’s story, taking the time to get to know me, and what would help my broken heart smile again.

I have had multiple pieces created by Ash and have gone back yet again for more precious keepsakes for our daughter.

Would highly recommend Ash and her expertise!

Brooke July 5, 2025 8:58 pm
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I had messaged Ashley on instagram asking a few question prior to really committing to having a piece made.
She did she absolutely best to answer to all my questions and even followed up with me over time until I made my decision on what I wanted.
A really personalised touch which you often don’t get with businesses.
It really made me feel like a valued customer and that she wanted to make a piece for me to treasure because she knew how much it would mean to me, rather then just adding another sale to her books.
Even offering a pick up service to have in time for Christmas Day! 1000% recommend and will be back for more pieces on the near future ?

Renee July 3, 2025 10:35 pm
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When I meet Ashley at one of the expo’s, she talked about everything I could do with being a first time mum and keeping a forever memory. She made me a beautiful breast milk ring and necklace and the honor and privilege I now feel with being able to hold and keep something so amazing and one of the most special moments I will have in my life forever has filled my heart, trusting someone with the most special things in life is a huge thing for me but I wouldn’t choose anyone else to make me a forever keepsake. If I could give Ashley 10/10 or even 100/100 I would, she is talented, kind and one special lady HIGHLY RECOMMEND ?

Catalina July 3, 2025 10:04 pm
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I absolutely love my breastmilk keepsake bead, it holds so much meaning in such a small piece. You can really feel the love and care that went into making it. I definitely recommend The Spilt Milk Co.

Christina July 3, 2025 3:26 pm
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Ashley created earrings made from my breastmilk after I had to finish breastfeeding due to starting chemo. I will treasure these earrings for the rest of my life and I am so grateful for the love and care that Ashley puts into her work & communications.

Paige July 3, 2025 2:33 pm
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You know when someone’s just SO good at what they do, but not only that, you can feel the warmth and kindness just from their chats, That’s Ashley at The Spilt Milk Co. Her jewellery is next level beautiful and she’s literally turning people’s precious memories into something real and that’s no small thing. Highly recommend.

April July 3, 2025 2:10 pm
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Absolutely the best little business in NZ! So much needed for those who want to keep a special memory with their loved ones. I made a keepsake ring to mark my breastfeeding journey with my daughter and honestly it’s been the most special thing ever. Ashley has been truly amazing throughout the process. Responsive, friendly, personal, and yet professional. Not to mention the quality of her products and services. I don’t think there is any other business that does this in NZ. Ashley hope you keep doing this for a long long time so I can come back to make these rings for my future children!!

Birthe July 3, 2025 2:01 pm
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Ashley created a beautiful ring for me with my colostrum. I absolutely love the result! She kept me updated throughout the process and it was such a friendly and lovely experience!

Bonz Creationz July 3, 2025 1:23 pm
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Absolutely loved the necklace that we purchased for my sister inlaw for when her father had passed away. A little keepsake for her to remember him and keep close to her. Also the service was amazing and id been kept updated the whole time.

Nicola July 3, 2025 12:55 pm
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Ashley made a beautiful ring for me from my breast milk and my daughter’s hair. It is absolutely perfect and I get to keep my daughter close to me everyday (she is still with us, I just love her so so much). People always ask me about my ring and where I got it from and I love telling them my story and how Ashley keep me in the loop every step of the way. I highly recommend Ashley and the Spilt Milk Company!

Rochelle May 27, 2025 7:57 pm
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Ashley crafted me three beautiful beads, all containing a strand of hair from each of my granddaughters. I love them and the story they tell. Thank you Ashley

Andy May 20, 2025 7:57 pm
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I have ordered a number of items from Ashley over the years and all have turned out fantastic and are great keepsakes.

Kate May 17, 2025 8:49 am
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The sweetest, most unique keepsake jewellery, with Ashley being such a creative and friendly crafter taking you right through the process.

Liam May 15, 2025 10:20 am
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Spilt Milk have always been incredibly helpful with the entire process from design to delivery.
I’ve had a bead made as gift that contained sand from Hawaii – it came out better than I could have imagined.
They’ve also designed and created a ring containing fur from a passed pet that has been a great keepsake.
Definitely recommend Spilt Milk for any bespoke jewellery ideas!

Rachel Sanson May 15, 2025 8:29 am
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I have used Ashley with a peice very close to my heart, and she handled it and the sensitive information with the care it deserved. She genuinely cares and and has a passion for preserving memories the way they deserve to be cared and remembered for.

Megan May 14, 2025 12:26 am
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I have a collection of pieces from the Spilt Milk Co now, all of which Ash has taken the utmost care to create for me. From my children’s hair to my wedding flowers incorporated into life keepsakes. Ash is so easy to deal with, always willing to help with her creative energy if you are not quite sure on which colours or design to choose. Thank you Ash for creating these very special pieces.

Laura May 13, 2025 7:35 pm
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Ashley at the Spilt Milk Co. is such a creative genius. She makes the most beautiful jewelery with such attention to detail and always exactly as agreed with her clients. The assurance of this is what you want when you consider that shes quite literally encapsulating memories to last a lifetime.

Laurene May 13, 2025 1:40 pm
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I LOVE The Spilt Milk concept! Ashley has a unique skill not only in crafting beautiful jewellery – but embracing your journey and presenting your memories as meaningful keepsakes.

Samantha May 13, 2025 1:21 pm
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Ash is absolutely
Ash is an absolute gem! I purchased a keepsake ring from her. Adding in my breastmilk and sons birthstone was a magical experience, she understood the sentiment of my breastfeeding journey. The ring was everything that I imagined, feeling so grateful that I was able to do this.

Imogen B May 13, 2025 1:08 pm
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Ashley’s passion, attention to detail and love that she puts into each piece she crafts is unmatched, I cherish the Indigo pendant & earring she made, filled with my wedding flowers – perfection! Alongside the heart bead filled with precious breast milk to capture that journey. Thank you for the care you take with making memories tangible.

Caroline May 13, 2025 12:59 pm
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Ashley is so lovely and considerate to work with. She has a genuine love and talent that she puts into all her work. She creates such special pieces that mean so much.

Hugh May 9, 2025 11:19 pm
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I got a keepsake necklace made for my wife and couldn’t be happier. Ashley was super helpful and kind – she really made the whole process easy, even though I had no idea what I was going to do at first.
Ashley helped me choose a design that included our daughter’s hair and some sand from a place that means a lot to us. The final piece was absolutely stunning – my wife was speechless.
Huge thanks to Ashley for her talent and support.

Steve May 9, 2025 10:13 pm
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Most amazing heart warming service. Allows you to feel so involved in the process and genuinely cares about our needs.

Jono May 9, 2025 9:59 pm
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Pretty good.

Amy May 7, 2025 8:59 am
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I now have two treasured pieces from The Spilt Milk Co. Ash was so caring and thoughtful when making my beads to Remember my special fur babies who have passed on.

Julia May 6, 2025 3:01 pm
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I purchased the Bella pendant from Ashely with a piece of my daughters hair inside the necklace. I love everything about it – it is so special to always have something to wear that has such a sentimental value. All of Ashely’s products are amazing and I will be sure to purchase something else in the near future!

Eddy Postalez May 6, 2025 10:39 am
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My wife’s horse if 20 years past away and Ashley was able to make the most beautiful keepsake for her with horse hair wrapped beads. Amazingly talented and so genuine and caring.

Kaitlin May 5, 2025 7:02 pm
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I absolutely love everything about The Spilt Milk Co! Their products are beautiful, thoughtful, and full of heart. And Ash—what a gem! Trustworthy, creative, and so down-to-earth. You can tell she pours her soul into every detail.

Shannon May 5, 2025 6:03 pm
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Ash is an incredibly talented craftsman. Her signature pieces are absolutely stunning—each one showcases her attention to detail, quality, and finesse. I’m always so impressed by her work. If you’re looking for a unique and meaningful keepsake, I highly recommend her stunning creations!

Sarah May 5, 2025 5:58 pm
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I am in love with my beautiful necklace! Ashley was an absolute dream to work with. I felt like she really listened to what I had in mind and did such an incredible job of bringing it to life. It was even better than I had imagined! Adore Spilt Milk Co. ?

Pearl May 5, 2025 12:23 pm
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Absolutely love their products. It means so much more as it’s personally made to order with premium quality results. Such a lovely product for many years of memories that can be passed down. Very versatile as the beads can be put on a necklace or bracelet. Thank you so much for coming up with this meaningful idea and hand making it. Love love love

Sarah April 11, 2025 11:09 am
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Ordered a brilliant bead with my own chosen colors and breastmilk included. came out exactly as I wanted, so happy to have this keepsake of our journey

Rita March 11, 2025 9:21 am
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Just received my breastmilk pendant and Oh.My.Gosh Ashley! it is sooo gorgeous and you can tell that a lot of hardwork has gone into crafting this to perfection. I am going to cherish it forever! Thank you soo much, i love it