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Inquiries and Orders:
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Orders may be placed for most items, subject to availability of materials. Normally most orders can be filled within six weeks, sometimes sooner. Complete updates and photos of the finished item will be provided and customer approval given before shipping.
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Direct Purchase:
Direct purchase from select shops in Honolulu is encouraged
♥ Na Lima Mili Hulu No’eau
762 Kapahulu Avenue, Honolulu Hawaii 6816 Tel: (808) 732-0865
This unique gem of a shop is the “kumu lipoa” or root of the traditional Hawaiian featherwork. Opened more than twenty-five years ago by Master Kumu, Aunty Mary Lou Kekuewa and her daughter Paulette Kahalepuna, it is a treasury of Hawaiian history, culture and art. Framed by walls lined with feather lei, photos of Hawaiian cultural figures and fascinating memorabilia is a large table where one can sit and learn this ancient art from Mele Chun, granddaughter of “Aunty”. You can choose from a wonderful selection of dyed goose, several exotic pheasant varieties and peacock feathers from a row of large inviting bins ranged along one wall. Or you can purchase feather lei made by local artisans and students at exceptionally affordable prices.
This little shop is well worth a visit for anyone interested in Hawaiian culture and is within walking distance from the heart of Waikiki.
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♥ Na Mea Hawai’i
1050 Ala Moana Blvd. Suite 1000, Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 Tel: (808) 596-8885
A gorgeous collection of art and handicrafts gathered from all the Hawaiian islands. Along with attractive island wear, fashionable original jewelry and a wonderful collection of Hawaii -themed books which go way beyond the glossy tourist productions, one can find traditional shark tooth weapons, featherwork, bone carvings and beautiful ceramics. Classes are given regularly and a talented ukulele artist can often be seen playing some wonderful Hawaiian music to accompany the busy fingers of lauhala weavers or quilters. And there is often an artist giving a demo of a traditional art sitting at the front door to welcome you. A treat to visit.
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