Mālama Studio is a charming design and retail space located in Maui Tropical Plantation, showcasing handmade products from over 25 local artisans. The shop highlights items that honor Maui’s history and tradition, offering a variety of unique, Maui-made crafts that are less touristy. Visitors can discover beautiful handmade accessories, ornaments, and other crafted items, each with stories behind their creation. The owner is friendly and passionate, sharing the techniques and stories of the local vendors while providing excellent customer service, including shipping items across the world. The shop supports more than 30 local artists and vendors, and part of the proceeds go to non-profits caring for the ocean and environment. Mālama Studio is praised for its creative displays, authentic Maui craftsmanship, and the welcoming atmosphere it provides. It’s considered a hidden gem on Maui, a place where visitors and residents alike can find meaningful, handcrafted products that tell the stories of Maui’s culture and traditions.
Beautiful little boutique with local souvenirs to bring the Maui vibe back home.
February 2024
Love this little cute shop and people that work there are amazing too!
February 2024
We had the most pleasant experience in Malama Studio in Waikapu at Kumu Farms for Valentine’s Day! They feature the crafts of 30 plus local artist and the displays in the shop are so creative, awesome use of ‘old on Maui’ decor. We got some mini ipu ornaments for our made-in-Hawaii tree! Support Maui ? Made on Maui.... read full comment