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    Big Wind Kite Factory

    5.0 (17 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Lindsay D.

    A cool kite store randomly located next to the post office in Maunaloa. They make the kite here by actually cutting out the applique and sewing them onto the kite and windsocks. There is a wife selection of unique designs, including tropical fish and kites in the shape of ships, which is have never seen before. I happened to visit when Zach was designing a mahi mahi windsock. Ruby, who works here, is also super friendly and will explain various products. Although the kites and windsocks are the reason to come her, they also sell some indonesia knicknacks, beads, jewellery and a few locally made items like potholders and salt. A highlight on Molokai where there's limited shopping! The retail store carries way more options than the etsy store.

    Danielle R.

    I bought a "fish scale" wind sock and I love it! We go it at the Magic Dragon Toy & Art Supply store on Kauai. The "scales" flutter in the breeze and add an extra element I really enjoy. We got the tropical colored one and it fits in at my home perfectly, and reminds us of our magical adventure to Hawai'i!

    All sorts of kites and wind catchers
    Kathryne Mei V.

    WORTH THE PIT STOP, UNIQUE KITES AND SOUVENIRS Was lured in by the unique colorful front of the store. There are colorful one-of-a-kind kites moving with the breeze. This novelty store has almost everything that you didn't know you need! There are souvenir t-shirts, bracelets, rocks, wooden logic puzzles, and more little trinkets. Hanging above and all around the store also bright-colored, quirky kites of all shapes, types, and sizes. The store owner is very friendly and helpful. We took a look at the wooden logic puzzles, and the owner was very informative about the history and origin of them. Overall he seems very knowledgeable and passionate about the items in his store. I would highly recommend that you make the stop to visit the Big Wind Kite Factory. Definitely worth supporting this small business. Get your unique souvenirs for friends and family here.

    Shawn H.

    A very cool shop and something unique to do with the kids on Molokai. The area connected to the shop also has lots of unique items that are hand-painted from Valley as well as wooden jewelry bowls and other Hawaiian items for sale as well. They also have quite a few local and hard to find books for sale. The owner was very nice and even made a mini kite for my youngest son while my oldest boycott a bigger kite. He was very patient and showed us how to roll them up and showed us which ones he actually makes right there in the shop which was cool. I would definitely recommend stopping in if you're looking for a nice kite to fly or just something you need to see and do on Molokai.

    Jon M.

    Arrived just before closing time on a Sunday afternoon, and Jonathan was more than happy to stay open a few more minutes for my mom and me to look around. Thank goodness! This place is truly a gem and we absolutely look back on it as a highlight of our trip to Molokai. The kites made in the back room are truly remarkable. The shop also carries a great selection of unique items; I hesitate to call them "gifts" - while they would make great gifts, calling this place a "gift shop" really doesn't do it justice. If you're lucky enough to meet Jonathan, see if you can get a story or two out of him. We heard some great tales of his life's adventures. Totally want to be him when I grow up.

    Carley P.

    The oddly grumpy-yet-charming store owner has a history to share with all who inquire. He taught my teacher friend how to make paper kites for her class while also trying to sell his online kite kit to her! Lots of cool knick knacks here. I purchased a book of Honolulu detective stories for $8, the price on the back although I'm sure it was a used book.

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    best kite ever. knowledge and friendly staff. a beautiful area. other gifts besides the kites and wind socks

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    Great family run business. I was so pleased to stop by and visit. A Molokai must visit for their wide selection and friendly staff/family.

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    To my surprise, one of the best gift shops I've seen on any island. Not fancy, and a strange mix…read more There's a surprisingly great selection of books about Hawaii, both limited print no -fiction and also a large rack of really nice kids books--stories and interactive books like coloring books and search books. It's called an import store but there's also a bit of local crafts. The prices aren't inexpensive, but it's nice to support local and there's stuff you can't get anywhere else.

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