I found Debi's Creations when I mixed up the dates for an appointment. Wanting to kill time, I saw the sign $1 dollar gemstones, earrings, etc, near the road in Kailua, it looked like a garage sale sign, I love garage sales and I make jewelry as a hobby so I was immediately drawn in. I found the house, (with the convenient signs) and when I walked into the garage I was in awe. It was the best garage sale ever!
I was greeted by a friendly man, who explained that his wife makes jewelry for a living and because she buys wholesale stock with a special licensee, they are allowed to sell it from their home at such low prices. I was in heaven, it was like a cheap etsy supply shop I don't need to pay shipping for!
Her jewelry is also reasonable priced, she sells cute earrings that start at a dollar, necklaces, bangles, and sometimes they have a special section with random things like brand new purses, stamps, Hawaiian handmade leis, etc.
The whole garage was organized with a lot of jewelry supplies and the best part was that most of them were only a dollar. I left the house with 20 new supplies that I fell in love with. I've gone back many times since then and each time I'm greeted by this friendly genuine man who really wants gets to know his customers. They sells jewelry supplies, such as beads, charms, gemstones, various types of bracelet and necklace closures, earring hooks, coral, fresh water pearls, shells, etc. They also sell some of the jewelry that his wife makes. I'm one of those people that I won't buy something, especially jewelry if I can make it, but Debi has a lot of really nice pieces. I splurged once and bought one of her earrings, it instantly became a favorite in my collection and I get so many compliments on them each time I wear them.
Every time I go I have to practice self control and stop myself from buying the entire garage. I love this house, better priced than many of the leading bead stores, and better customer service! Definitely a fun place to visit in Kailua after you visit Lanikai beach. :]
They are generally open everyday (including weekends!) from 9am-6pm, but they post on their facebook special opening times for holidays.
http://www.facebook.com/debiscreations1 read more