From Ala Moana Shopping Center
Head toward Ward/Kakaako and Queen Street. The shop is on Queen Street at 885, with the entrance marked Suite D.
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Aloha, Let's Bead!
Our shop is small and cozy — open the hundreds of drawers of beads, feel the colors and the energy of the stones, and we'll talk story along the way. Take home the pieces that spark your joy.
A quick hello from the beadkeepers before you visit.
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The entrance is the white 885 door
The white door marked 885 is the entrance to our upstairs shop. The red arrow and circle point to it, with Hamada General Store immediately to the right.
The front door stays locked for security. Ring the doorbell when you arrive, and we'll meet you at the door and buzz you up.
Find Us
The Bead Gallery
Store Hours
Friday – Sunday
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Visiting outside those hours? We're in the shop every day and happy to set up an appointment time that works for all of us. Reach out by WhatsApp (opens in new tab) or email.
Reach Out
We answer the shop phone during store hours at (808) 589-2600.
Parking
Free parking is usually available in the large lot from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Hamada stalls, except during their special events. If you're unsure where to park, just ask when we meet you at the door.
Please ring the doorbell when you arrive, and we'll buzz you up.
Bird's-eye landmarks
Use these quick overhead references from nearby landmarks, then follow the Google directions link for exact routing.
From SALT at Kakaako
Use SALT as the neighborhood landmark, then head toward Queen Street. Look for our Suite D door near Hamada General Store.
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What to Expect
Shop, Learn, Create
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Browse & Shop
Explore our curated collection of gemstones, beads, pearls, and finished jewelry from around the world. Take your time, ask questions, and find exactly what you need.
02
Learn
Pick up new techniques from basic stringing to advanced wire work. We teach the why behind every skill so you can create with confidence. Catch our tutorials and live streams on YouTube anytime.
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Make
Ready to create? Browse our curated kits and bead palettes designed for every skill level. Everything you need in one bag — just add your creativity.
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Repair
Have a beloved piece that needs fixing — a broken clasp, restringing, or a complete refresh? Please message us and send a photo on WhatsApp at (808) 436-4930 (opens in new tab) or email aloha@thebeadgallery.com so we can see how to help bring your treasures back to life.
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When You Arrive
A Calm Space for Curious Hands
When you walk through our door, you will find a calm, welcoming space filled with color and possibility. Enjoy the thousands of beads, and if you want to shop and design, ask us for a tray to work on!
We are not a warehouse or a big-box store. We are two people who love what we do, and we are here to help you find exactly what you need — whether that is a single perfect bead or a whole new skill.
No pressure, no rush. Just beads, good company, and the time you need to savor your creativity!
Learn With Us
Online and In-Person
From beginner basics to advanced techniques, we share the same skills that have served us for the last three decades, and we hope they will serve you for a lifetime! Our teaching focuses on understanding the why behind each action, so you can create, repair, and adapt with confidence.
Join us in-store or catch our live streams and tutorials on YouTube. We love sharing what we know.
Stay Connected
Can’t Visit in Person?
The owners, Jamie and Jason, are just a WhatsApp message (opens in new tab) or email away. Whether you have a question about a specific bead, need help with a technique, or want to order something special, we love hearing from makers around the world.
Follow along on social for new arrivals, behind-the-scenes moments, and inspiration from our global ohana.
We can’t wait to meet you
Whether you are a lifelong maker or just curious about beading, our doors are open. Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave with something beautiful.
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