Reclaimed wood, chic stains, completely customizable: There are so many reasons to crush on locally designed Teaki Tiles. The company turns teak pulled from old buildings, bridges and docks around the world into retro-inspired tiles for floors, shower walls and backsplashes. Bella Pietra Design started carrying the line in May. Co-owner Meagan Jensen loves the natural stains while co-owner LaWanna […]
It’s no puzzle why people have been stocking up on jigsaws during COVID-19. The home hobby is a great way for ‘ohana to silence the outside noise (and electronics) and engage in something together. The problem, last year, was that puzzles were selling out. At one point, one Target in Honolulu only had two designs
Pua Hana Flower & Lei Photo: Courtesy of The Kaimukī Lei Stand “We wanted to make lei that had an old Hawai‘i feel,” says Keoni Williams, who, along with husband Makamae, had some unexpected time away from their hospitality jobs due to COVID-19 and decided to pursue their passion and open The Kaimukī Lei Stand.
We all wear masks because we care about our families, friends and the future of humankind. And, because our community of incredibly talented designers are ah-maz-iiiing, we now have another way to show off our aloha spirit and support small businesses. Below, find a roundup of masks in exotic hues and extraordinary patterns that proudly
Locals love to nosh on small bites that deliver big island flavors. Here’s a roundup of the latest packable—and affordable—snacks from Oahu, Maui, Hawaii Island and Kauai that make great vacation gifts for family and friends—or yourself. The order goes clockwise from top left. Yummy Gummy Our favorite way to eat breadfruit? In chip form,
