Spotlight's Kauai Gold Magazine

Hilo Hattie - Kauai

Hilo Hattie – The Store of Hawai‘i offers the largest selection of Made-in-Hawai‘i fashions and gifts. As the world’s largest maker of Hawaiian and resort fashions, Hilo Hattie offers factory-direct prices and 100-percent quality guarantee on thousands of Hawaiian products. Hilo Hattie is open 365 days a year. Hilo Hattie is open 365 days a year at 3552 Kuhio Hwy. in Lihue. Call (808) 245-3404, and ask about their FREE transportation from most Kauai hotels! Visit them online at www.HiloHattie.com.

Kapaia Stitchery

Quilters from around the world shop here for unique Hawaiian quilt designs, quilting supplies, needlework designs, patterns and fabrics. The Hawaiian quilt pictured is the “Baby Honu” pattern by local quilt instructor Lisa Boyer and the border is the signature fabric of Kapaia Stitchery. The company also carries batiks from Bali and a nice selection of Hawaiian-print fabrics that can be custom-made into aloha wear. They are North of Lihu‘e on Kuhio Highway, past Wilcox Hospital and next to the road to Wailua Falls. For more information call (808) 245-2281.

Kauai Kookie

These cookies, from the quaint town of Hanapepe, come in many varieties including Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Shortbread, Chocolate Chip with Macadamia, Guava Macadamia, Kona Coffee Macadamia, and more. Each flavor is unique and baked with a home-made style, a melt-in-your-mouth goodness and the beauty of Kaua‘i in mind. Come in for FREE samples at the Kauai Kookie Factory Outlet on Hanapepe Place. Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Mon.-Fri. and 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Sat.-Sun. Call (808) 335-5003 or toll-free, 1-800-361-1126.

Robert's Jewelry

Celebrating 64 years in business, Robert’s offers a large selection of affordable 14K Hawaiian heirloom jewelry made in the tradition of Hawaiian royalty. You’ll find bracelets, rings, earrings, and custom-made designs. Robert’s was voted Best Jewelry Store for four years in a row. Located at 2976 Kress St. in Lihu‘e, (808) 246-GOLD (4653), and in Hanapepe, (808) 335-5332 or, toll-free 1-877-GOLD-LEI (1-877-4653-534).

The Koa Store

Famous for over 10 years, William & Zimmer Woodworker’s retail shop, The Koa Store™, specializes in all things made of solid koa wood. This tropical hardwood is prized for its spectacular range of colors and three-dimensional luminescence. Koa is endemic to Hawai‘i and is not found anywhere else in the world! They are the only store on Kaua‘i with an extensive selection of exquisite Made-in-Hawai‘i koa wood products. 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Mon.-Sat.; 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sun. 3-3601 Kuhio Hwy. at the Wailua Falls turn off. Call (808) 245-4871.

Vicky's Fine Fabrics

For those who make their own clothing, Vicky’s Fine Fabrics has the newest in Hawaiian prints, imported and domestic fabrics, Butterick and Hawaiian patterns, and sewing notions. Swimwear and vintage reproduction fabrics are also available. Celebrating 27 years of service, Vicky‘s is located at 1326 Kuhio Hwy. in Kapa‘a town. They are open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Call (808) 822-1746 for more information.