We popped in here for a quick music experience and left with a UBass!…read more The young guy negotiated the price and it was similar to that on Amazon.... It was a little bit more, but that's OK because it was a small shop and we didn't mind contributing to a small business. The young guy there is very friendly and knowledgeable and super nice. I would highly recommend buying one of their shaker eggs, these are legit. They have a really nice selection of ukuleles - if you're in the market.

Great little music shop in Hanalei. They had a lot of pretty ukeleles and a variety of small…read moreinstruments that make for great souvenirs and gifts. I ended up getting my niece a Pellet Drum and I can't wait for her to annoy the crap out of my brother. There was only one employee working and he was great. He knew exactly what I was doing with my purchase, which we laughed about. He told me I wasn't the first to buy one for the same purpose. He was great to talk to and very chill, just playing his music. I didn't feel pressured to buy anything from him at all.

The private workshop that I booked for my group of friends superseded my expectations. It was…read moreAMAZING !! Our instructor Irina started off the workshop with such amazing vibes and taught us how to make a lei po'o. Class was about 2.5 hours and you were able to take your time to create your own masterpiece! I would recommend it to everyone that wants to learn how to make a proper lei and take home a little bit of the Hawaiian culture/knowledge with them!

Irina and her daughter hosted our Lei Po'o workshop. They were both so friendly and kind. Irina…read moretook the time at the beginning of our workshop to share with us the history and culture of making Lei. She took the time to bring our family and friends closer by sharing our purpose and bringing meaning to our time together. It was a special bonding moment. We had both men and women make lei po'o. I know our guys were skeptical at first but they all really enjoyed the experience as well. I wore my lei po'o for my wedding the next day and to other events during our stay. This was an experience our friends and family will not forget that let us experience culture and build memories together!

Honestly I never knew taking a painting class while on vacation could be so fun and rewarding…read more Hawaii is such a beautiful place and sometimes you search for other things to do off the beaten path. This is definitely it! What a way to change the pace. Relax, get into the vibe of the island and do what you came to do. Unwind. When you're here book a session take some memorabilia home maybe even buy a painting or two and capture the vacation by using your own creativity. I highly recommend this and you guys should absolutely try a painting class while you're on vacation with Marionette.

Easily my favorite activity on our most recent visit to Kauai…read more I had bookmarked the Painting Paradise site years ago on our last interisland trip, but couldn't make one of the classes work within our schedule - was really hoping to do silk scarf painting. So I was thrilled when I saw that we would be on island for an acrylic pouring class! I emailed Marionette and signed up - the interaction was easygoing and friendly. The building is easy to find - just walk towards the back and her studio is on the left. I arrived super early, but other class members were already there. That gave me time to make some coffee (she has a Keurig in the corner) and peruse her art displayed around the outside, as well as chat with Marionette and other classmates. We had a relatively small class - maybe six of us, which gave us a good amount of room in which to work. Marionette demonstrated some techniques for us, which we then did, and then gave us the freedom to do whatever techniques we liked best. We did five 5x7 prints on yupo paper. There were plenty of materials to share and the camaraderie among the groups in class was great - we all encouraged each other every time we did a pour. The class is perfect for beginners - if you can stir paint in a cup and pour it out, you can do acrylic pouring. Such impressive results for minimal effort! Since our prints had a lot of paint on them, we needed to let them dry for a few days. For those of us who were leaving before they were ready, Marionette took our addresses and sent our prints to us a few days later. Mine arrived in excellent condition and very well-secured. She also sells originals, prints, and cards of her own work, mostly watercolor but not exclusively. She hosts many workshops, and is happy to host custom workshops or lessons for any size group if her class schedule doesn't mesh with yours. I am very much looking forward to returning for another workshop with her!

Gorgeous place with a lovely ambiance. It feels like stepping into someone's artistic workspace…read more The service was very friendly, and most importantly, the coffee tasted amazing

Oatmilk latte was delish!! Something extra nostalgic and beautiful bout this place. It just feels…read morelike community when you walk in.

Great little museum stocked full of Kauai history. It will take you about 2 hours and you do need…read moreto take your time. Very clean and nice gift shop. Your ticket is good for another visit within the week. Very educational on not just Kauai but also Hawaii in general.

This museum is full of great exhibits, but it was so crowded the day we went due to rain! There…read morewere areas I would have loved to be a little bit more spread out so we could take it all in as my two sons (8 and 12) are huge history buffs and could have spent hours looking at every single artifact. My father instilled a true appreciation for Hawaiian culture and history in me and I'm proud that my sons are taking interest as well. This museum spans many aspects so get ready to go slow and enjoy. We appreciated so much of this museum and wish everyone visits when they come to Kauai!

If you are looking for beautiful art and craftsmanship as a souvenir, I'd suggest going to Havaiki…read more It's such a beautiful shop that seems like a museum. They have Hawaiian and Oceanic art that are both old and new. You can spend hours looking at each piece in detail. Many of the pieces have amazing stories behind them and the newer ones are from local Hawaiian artist and craftsman. The staff member I spoke to was kind and let me roam freely while explaining which items were made locally. Overall I think that if you want to take home a souvenir that's authentic, beautiful and with great meaning, this is a place to check out and buy from.

A total gem! Friendly and informative service with truly beautiful pieces. Very happy we stopped by.read more

Shop was relocated to area from bigger shop. A bit hidden but very unique products. Definitely…read moreworth stopping in for a peek.

This amazing pottery studio is hidden away off the main highway. There is a sign to turn down a…read morenarrow drive and the studio is a shack in the back. Free parking in front of the studio. Please note that the pottery here is not cheap but is unlike any other pottery you may have seen. We were immediately greeted and had a tour of the open air studio. I bought a mug and it is amazing.

My 9 yo daughter and I did the Island Art Night with Dallin while staying at the Koloa Landing…read moreResort last month.This was hands-down the best experience of the trip, even for my pool-loving daughter. It is amazing what you can do, even if you have never picked up a paintbrush! Dallin is an amazing teacher who clearly loves painting and has a lot of patience. Every class he picks a scene and gives detailed instructions with demonstration and individual help on how to create the scene step-by-step. There were about 10 people in the class, from kids to seniors, and everyone obviously loved it. My daughter and I enjoyed doing it together so much! And we got to take our paintings home that we will hang side-by-side to impress family and guests! I highly recommend doing this even if you have never done it before - you will be surprised at what a great artist you are!

From the owner: Island Art Night prides itself on its ability to guide all skill levels through a frame-worthy,…read moreisland-inspired, acrylic painting. By making every effort to remove the fear and apprehension from the artist, creativity flourishes in a relaxed atmosphere. Guests enjoy a 2 hour step-by-step, layer-by-layer, Bob Ross type approach to the instruction. Cutting edge technology streams the live painting demonstration and displays it in 4k quality on a screen so every seat can see the color, brush, and technique perfectly. Not to mention, the wholesome fun and healing that painting incorporates. Come give it a try!

We discovered an absolute gem in Kauai today! Not only in the beautiful art and local handmade…read moregoodies, but also the lovely couple that owns/runs the shop were both so warm and welcoming. We picked up some beautiful driftwood art and CBD oil. The walls are covered in epic and original art pieces featuring artists from the islands. Make sure to pop in and support this local spot!

From the owner: Specializing in fine art, local artists and artisans, hand made gifts and jewelry and also offers a…read morevariety of art classes and workshops available for all levels of children and adults.