Posted by Marina Bonanno on Dec 15th 2022
Shop Small Makers | Holiday Gift Guide
As you prepare to send your list off to the North Pole, remember that it is an important time of year to shop your small and online businesses. As a small (and woman-owned) business, the team at Loleono strives to curate collections that bring some extra sparkle to your day(s). I could write an entire article highlighting all of our incredible lines, but I wanted to take a moment to highlight two of our small, Hawaii-based makers that will make your season bright with their handmade, one-of-a-kind jewelry.
After years of dreaming, Sophia Campanelli founded Sophia C Jewelry in 2017! “Sophia C is a collection of jewelry inspired by the Hawaiian Islands. Each piece embodies effortless island beauty and the spirit of Aloha. From concept to design, each piece of jewelry is unique and original. Feel the hot sun, smell the plumerias, and wear the ocean all day in these glamorous island pieces. Handmade on Maui with Aloha."
This oversized Hibiscus necklace is perfect for the island queen in your life. Featuring a gold-plated, glam-inspired flower, this statement piece is the perfect holiday (or any day) gift.
Infused with Aloha, this cowrie shell bracelet is perfect for everyday wear or vacay accessory. Available in white painted, gold-edged shells or entirely gold-plated, this bracelet is as bright as the Rockefeller tree.
These huggie-sized gold hoops are plated in gold and feature a playful, dangling palm tree. I love them for an easy, every-day style than channels that sunshine spirit even on the coldest of days.
Amy Wakingwolf, founder and maker of Sea Turtle Jewelry–The Honu Collection, found her passion for glass blowing at the age of eleven. Later in life, she discovered her love for Sea Turtles (honu) and began cleaning beaches, building fences and donating part of each jewelry sale to the Maui Sea Turtle Rescue. Each Sea Turtle piece is handmade by Amy, signed and numbered to mark its uniquity.
If you have a sea turtle (or nature lover) in your life, gift them a Sea Turtle Jewelry piece this season. Each colorful turtle is made of hand blown glass and adorned with sterling silver or beautiful gold vermeil. Not sure where to start? Scroll for some of my personal faves!
Akoni means: worthy.This necklace features ocean-inspired blues and greens with a hand-made turtle as unique as you.
Polikana means: family ties. This necklace features two entwined turtles representing the connection between loved ones, family or friends. It’s the perfect gift for mom, sister or bestie!
Kuipo means: sweetheart. These delicate earrings feature a playful, pink color palette perfect for your Christmas wish list or for your fave galentine.
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As the Director of Operations and Copywriter at Loleono, Marina Bonanno conjures up island-inspired fashion, trend and travel advice. Her posts are here to inspire you to live better, eat better and dress better, of course. Follow along for weekly tips and tricks to living a vibrant, Loleono lifestyle.