The Bead Gallery, Honolulu Blog

Java Beads: Handcrafted Beauty with an Ethnic Flair

Java Beads: Handcrafted Beauty with an Ethnic F...

A Rich Cultural Heritage Originating from the Indonesian island of Java, these beads carry with them centuries of tradition and craftsmanship. Java beads have been an integral part of Southeast...

Java Beads: Handcrafted Beauty with an Ethnic F...

A Rich Cultural Heritage Originating from the Indonesian island of Java, these beads carry with them centuries of tradition and craftsmanship. Java beads have been an integral part of Southeast...

Koa Wood: Our Hawaiian Treasure!

Koa Wood: Our Hawaiian Treasure!

  Koa wood, exclusively found in Hawaii, is prized for its stunning colors and captivating grain patterns. There's a very special feeling about koa, and almost a sense of "royalty"...

Koa Wood: Our Hawaiian Treasure!

  Koa wood, exclusively found in Hawaii, is prized for its stunning colors and captivating grain patterns. There's a very special feeling about koa, and almost a sense of "royalty"...

Bridging Cultures Through Wearable Art in Bali, Indonesia

Bridging Cultures Through Wearable Art in Bali,...

Susan Tereba: Bridging Cultures Through Wearable Art In the heart of Bali, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with artistic innovation, Susan Tereba has been crafting her legacy for over three...

Bridging Cultures Through Wearable Art in Bali,...

Susan Tereba: Bridging Cultures Through Wearable Art In the heart of Bali, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with artistic innovation, Susan Tereba has been crafting her legacy for over three...

Essential Guide for First-Time Tahitian Pearl Buyers

Essential Guide for First-Time Tahitian Pearl B...

  Venturing into the world of Tahitian pearls for the first time? Here are the top six factors to consider for a great buy (and things I only learned along the...

Essential Guide for First-Time Tahitian Pearl B...

  Venturing into the world of Tahitian pearls for the first time? Here are the top six factors to consider for a great buy (and things I only learned along the...

Hawaiian Sunrise Shells: Nature's Rainbow Treasure

Hawaiian Sunrise Shells: Nature's Rainbow Treasure

Imagine holding a piece of a Hawaiian sunrise in your hand. That's what it feels like to find a sunrise shell - a rare and magical experience I've been lucky...

Hawaiian Sunrise Shells: Nature's Rainbow Treasure

Imagine holding a piece of a Hawaiian sunrise in your hand. That's what it feels like to find a sunrise shell - a rare and magical experience I've been lucky...

July 2024 Spotlight: The Tools We Can't Bead Without

July 2024 Spotlight: The Tools We Can't Bead Wi...

As we reflect on our incredible 27-year journey together in the world of beads, we're filled with gratitude for each and every one of you who've made this adventure so...

July 2024 Spotlight: The Tools We Can't Bead Wi...

As we reflect on our incredible 27-year journey together in the world of beads, we're filled with gratitude for each and every one of you who've made this adventure so...