The first thing to know about this place is that it's in a strange spot. It shares space with an…read moreAce Hardware store, and from the outside it looks much more like a hardware store much more than a crafts store. This isn't as well-stocked as a decent arts and crafts stores on the mainland. But it's not on the mainland, is it? And mail order to Kauai takes forever. It's great to have your crafts goodies right away. My four-year-old had an assignment to do while we were away on Kauai: hand-made Valentine's cards for his preschool classmates, due the day after we returned home. We visited the store and got a package of nice pink construction paper, a scissors (since we didn't think to bring one), and an assortment of Valentine-themed stickers. I had my own craft project: replacing the cord that kept my wife's hat from blowing off her head. I got some decorative cord that made the hat look cooler than it had before the old cord started falling to pieces, and a sewing kit so I could do the repairs. (The kit's scissors was useless, but my boy's scissors did the job.) My wife needed something here too: fountain pen ink. She didn't find the really fancy stuff she likes to write with, but they had a nice selection of colors of a more commonplace brand. I kind of like the idea of a craft store sharing space with a hardware store. After all, some crafts use hardware store types of products. Carpentry is a craft, for example, and one can build a painter's from hardware store lumber. The people here were friendly, and seemed familiar with both the crafts and the hardware sides of the store. This is definitely the best arts and crafts supply store on the island, but competition is thin. The only other arts and crafts place on the island that I could find with a web search was actually a framing store, and doesn't even sell frames, except with its framing services. Fortunately, although this store has no arts and crafts competition other than really slow mail order, it doesn't rest on its monopoly status. Prices are decent, the range of products for office is decent, and it has good employees.

When it comes to craft supplies, this is the place to go. They have everything under the sun for…read moreall your crafting needs. Each aisle is well organized. I enjoy their holiday sections, located in the front by the registers. This holidays Christmas section is quite impressive. They changed the floor plan but their decorated trees are spectacular. The presentation of their items are nice. Employees are nice and give good customer service. Pricing is moderate.

We come to the island yearly and stock up on our favorites- never disappoints! High quality productsread more

A little harder to find since they moved. Wanted surfers salve Didn't have in store stock…read more Recommend ordering from website. Other items purchased were good and they were nice and friendly

What a cool place. Feels like you've walked onto the set of a 1950s Hawaii movie. Loved the Aloha…read moreshirt that I got here.

One of my favorite stores to visit when I come to Kauai!! Can never leave without an item!! Can't…read morewait to go back!!!!

Great great service for our North Shore! Carry on! Staff is…read moreover the top helpful and spends time showing us around and taking the time to explain in detail! Many thanks!

The Kauai Seascapes Nursery has a large variety of plants - indoors as well as outdoors. The fruit…read moretrees are beautiful and seem to be very healthy. The flowers are amazing. So many to choose from ... have to return and buy more!

Aloha, I've lived on island now for 4 years. This Ace hardware and garden center has always been so…read morehelpful and kind. Everyone there is really great but my standouts are Judy, Linda and Alex. Tiny Island life is a huge change for this big city woman. They have been so helpful with the adjustment to this way of life. The Aloha spirit in THIS Ace team has educated and encouraged me through the transition. Today I went in with a plethora of questions for Alex about my generator, gasoline, fuel stabilizers and gas cans . Never once was I made to feel like a dumb haole. He giggled a few times but I can come up with some doozy questions. It was all in a fun natured way. I can really overthink and over complicate the simplest things. Linda works the cashier and no matter how long a line she is always sweet as can be. We always look forward to her and her sweet natured way. Today, I met Judy the manager. She was busy with paperwork but didn't hesitate to put it all down and jump in on my issue. It doesn't surprise me that she's the BOSS. In closing, I just want to personally thank this team for ALWAYS being so knowledgeable and patient with me no matter how busy the store is. God bless you individually 1000 times.

I love hardware stores…read more Going to them in small towns will reveal some usually cool random items. We needed de fog spray for our snorkeling masks and guess who had it? Ace never fails. Super clean and well organized. They also had some cool souvenir magnets and fishing tackle like crazy ! Super cool ace hsrdware

Self serve market - just past the area where the Tuesday afternoon Farmer's Market is located…read more Small hut with refrigerators. Honor system for paying. Has Venmo option. It's worth it just for the poi lilikoi cheesecake. It also has fresh produce & eggs for selection.

Every time I make me way up to Hanalei, I ALWAYS stop by Waipa Farmers Market. It's an easy self…read moreserve, honor system market. Don't forget to write your order you picked up and drop it in the cash box along with your payment. Their Lilikoi Cheesecake is a MUST. I try to get a couple of boxes, one for the road, and one for later - yes it is that good!!

The garden beds around my home were devastated when I had to tent the house for termites. The…read moreIsland Gardener was able to replant the beds and now they look better than ever! All the plants were well chosen, and he stayed with organic remedies. Everything is growing in really beautifully, so I know he planted properly and chose strong plants from local nurseries. Yuto also helped to solve a privacy issue by planting flowering plants along the fence. This was all done in a timely manner, and within my budget. So glad I called! One Happy Garden Owner!

From the owner: Kauai Garden Design, Yard Maintenance and Lawn Serviceread more

Robin was a great help back in January when I was in the store and again once I left the island and…read moreplace another order with her through Facebook and text. I bought some stuff while I was there but I just had to have more when I got home for gifts for my mom and mother in law. They have great quality items in the store. So easy to work with. I will definitely buy from Robin again in the future. Mallory did a great job packing everything up for shipment, everything made it in one piece. I loved the personal touches in the box when it arrived it was like opening up a present.

Hanalei Bay Resort is so lucky that they have one of the best gift shops on the island. My etched…read morewine glasses are one of my favorite purchases. I have gift baskets made for friends and family and their chocolate selections are the best. Ask for the coconut peanut butter and cookies by Ko Bakery and thank me later.