About Handmade Aloha Kauai

Growing up on Kaua'i there was a field of lo’i (taro patches) by our house, at the end of the path between patches was a hale (house). In this case it was mostly a shack, but we called it the Taro Patch House. I spent hours daydreaming about that little house and wondering what treasures were waiting to be discovered inside. Shells, glass fishing balls, lei hung on lampshades after celebrating weddings, babies and lives. Books with torn dust jackets, turned down corners, notes written in the margins. Photographs tucked into the frames of seascapes and portraits. A closet filled with mu’umu’u handed down through generations. Fresh coffee in the kitchen, a well-loved coffee mug warm to the touch. Stacks of mismatched plates from aunties and tutu (grandma). All filled with memories of days spent together tending the land, enjoying sunshine, waves, and rainbows. What was a retail store is now morphing into creative space where I make special items inspired by my Taro Patch House dreams, for your home, family and friends. Every item has been handmade with care by me and my daughter-in-law, with you in mind. We focus on items that are useful, and meaningful, that will inspire memories or bring you closer to the places and people you love most. May peace and kindness fill your heart all the days of your life.Read their story