custom giftmas

anje designs : tiny engraved disk

if you happened to catch project runway's heidi klum and hubby seal on oprah last month, you may have been one of the many viewers who became enamored of the idea of keeping the names of your beloved near and dear to your heart with personalized charm necklaces. luckily, the talented jewelry pool from the islands offer a mix of styles that translate this oh so poetic idea no matter what your budget may be.

i am loving the simplicity of the tiny engraved disk necklace with just the whisper of an initial created by anje designs. extra disks can be ordered when new additions are made to your 'ohana, and designer jessica crabtree also offers a dazzling array of custom styles on her website.

cherry creek designs : initial pendant

cherry creek designs also happens to be handcrafting pretty initial pendants complete with pearl accent in her arizona studio. turnaround time in designer heather gill's etsy shop is approximately one week, and orders of $50 or more placed by thu, dec 20th score free shipping.

hazelnut cottage : mama bear

alas, the deadline has passed for custom orders over at the hazelnut cottage, but there is still time to scoop up one of designer jan avellana's hand stamped creations featuring sweet endearments and secret messages. order 2 or more pieces in her etsy shop by mon, dec 31st and receive 10% off your order and complimentary shipping.

kokua auction tally

the kokua auction officially came to a close on monday and $190 and change was raised for aloha harvest!

thank you to everyone who participated - the bidders, winners, and, of course, all the designers, artists, and alchemists who generously donated their wares so a few lucky h|h readers could sample and share just a little of the goodness being created in the islands.

mahalo nui loa for all your kokua!

free shipping at malie

everyone loves the idea of a spa getaway but that pesky thing called a budget may not allow such an indulgent escape from reality. you can still pamper yourself and everyone on your gift list with organic bath and body treats from malie kauai which is offering complimentary shipping on online orders placed by christmas.

• secret code: holiday

balancing act

malia

earlier this year, style blogs and glossies were abuzz with the brilliant luxe link which comes to the rescue whenever a questionable dining situation presents itself. the clever design is compact enough to slip in your purse and, when called into service, offers a simple yet ingenious way to keep your handbag off grungy floors and sticky seats.

it wasn't until my friend pointed me to an article in the star-bulletin that i learned of the hawaii connection to the latest hidden weapon of every in-the-know fashionista. island girl turned mainland entrepreneur, kalika yap, just happens to be one of luxe link's founders, and her influence can be seen in the recently launched vintage hawaiian collection. 

skull crystalcaitlen

alas, no island boutiques are currently listed on the stockist list, however luxe links may be ordered via the online shop. as an added bonus, online orders over $100 score 10% off the entire purchase by entering the code below at checkout (although be forewarned that orders are sent ups ground which seems pretty pricey to the islands).

• secret code: holiday
• expires: mon, dec 24th

click over to youtube to take a peek at how it works.

kokua auction reminder

just a quick reminder that the final three lots in the kokua auction end later today. the fighting eel lot still needs a bid, and, if you are concerned about it being xs, just know the fabric is very forgiving and should fit someone who typically wears a size small. measurements are posted on the listing so do click over and scoop up one of fe's fabulous designs (at 60% off) to ring in the new year!

remember shipping is on me if you live in the states plus there is a sweet mix of island goodies included for you to sample and share.

thanks for reading & have a lovely monday!