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Who Are Your Favorite Local Makers, Crafters, and Vendors?
May 04, 2025
08:56 am
Let's work together to support local! Do you have a favorite lei maker, jewelry maker, or other creator you feel the world should know about?
Living in Hawaiʻi means being surrounded by an incredible community of creative, passionate, and hardworking small business owners. From handcrafted jewelry and hand-poured soy candles to island-inspired art and aloha wear, our local makers and vendors bring culture, beauty, and heart into everything they do.
At Hustle Baby, we believe in supporting local. Whether you’re shopping at a farmer’s market, a night market, or on Instagram, every dollar spent on local goods helps someone in our community keep their dream alive—and that’s something worth celebrating.
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Why Support Local?
Keeps money in the community
Preserves local culture and traditions
Reduces environmental impact
Builds real relationships with the people behind the products
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Favorite Local Hustles We Love
Here are just a few types of local creators and vendors we see hustling across the islands:
Jewelry Makers – from sea glass to pearls, each piece tells a story
Artists & Illustrators – capturing the essence of Hawaiʻi with every brushstroke
Candle & Soap Crafters – tropical scents, made with aloha
Clothing Brands – original prints, island style
Food Vendors – from malasadas to musubi, flavors made with love
Woodworkers & Carvers – koa treasures and custom pieces
Plant Growers & Lei Makers – beauty rooted in tradition
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Now We Want to Hear From You!
Who are your favorite local creators, makers, or vendors?
Tag them in the comments below or share a pic of your favorite find using #HustleBabyHI on Instagram. We’ll be featuring some of your faves in upcoming blog posts!