The Pretty House was similar to the shelter of the Aonikenk, but instead of being covered with a guanaco skin it was decorated with new ponchos, cushions, ostrich feathers, rattles and bells with blue, red and yellow beads.
Inside they restricted the bride's food, limiting her fat consumption.
Generally the maternal grandmother or grandfather accompanied her, educating and advising her in her new adult role.
The bride learned the moral codes of her community and the daily activities, such as washing, cooking, weaving and caring for children.