Established 1931
Discover Timeless Elegance
KulaJewels: Where Art Meets Craftsmanship
Explore our Exclusive Collection of Fine Jewelry, Crafted with Precision and Passion, now Available for Licensing to bring your Brand an Added Touch of Elegance.
Our Story
KULAJEWELS is renowned for its exquisite fine jewelry designs, cherished by clients across the globe. Our collection features unique, handcrafted rings that celebrate life’s special moments, for weddings, anniversaries and just plain fun! With a strong emphasis on men’s rings, we fill a niche often overlooked in the jewelry market. Our men’s rings are handsome, substantial, and unique. Comfort is essential. We never skimp on materials or labor. Each piece is a testament to our commitment to quality and creativity, inspired by the vibrant spirit of Island Life. Now, for the first time, these designs are available for licensing through The Tapley Collection, offering an opportunity for manufacturers to bring these beloved pieces to a wider audience. Join us in spreading the Aloha spirit through timeless jewelry.
Peace, Love and Palm Trees
Collections Available for Licensing
Specializing in Gold, Silver and Platinum Jewelry that never goes out of style.
Creating pieces for the Grandchildren of the folks who we helped Generations ago.
The Names Attract and Help Tell the Stories.
The Stories Sell the Jewelry.
NOUVEAU AQUA
Designs inspired by the Lyrical movement and actions of the Ocean and Water.
Waves, Wind Patterns, Resorts and Explorers.
Nouveau Botanica
Designs inspired by those things organic.
Flowers, Bamboo, Leaves, Leis and Hibiscus.
Nouveau Tropica
Designs particularly inspired by Island Life. Ocean Life, Islands,
Maps, and Historical and Mythical Characters.
True Classics
Decorative Art Patterns from Around the World.
Greco Roman, Celtic, and Designs from Near and Far.
Distinctive Features
Island-Inspired Designs
Our jewelry captures the essence of Island Life, blending natural beauty with artistic flair.
Exclusive Licensing Opportunities
Access our Collections of Copyrighted and Registered Designs and bring unique elegance to your brand.
Licensing Opportunities
Partner with KulaJewels
KulaJewels offers a unique opportunity for manufacturers and agents to license our exclusive jewelry designs. By partnering with us, you gain access to a collection that has captivated clients worldwide. Our Copyrighted designs ensure that you can offer something truly special to your market. Licensing with us means joining a legacy of innovation and quality, backed by our commitment to support and collaboration. Explore the potential to expand your product line with our distinctive designs, crafted with the spirit of Aloha and inspired by the beauty of island life.
Unlock Exclusive Jewelry Designs
Partner with KulaJewels to bring our unique fine jewelry designs to a global audience. Explore the opportunity to license our exclusive collection and elevate your brand with our distinctive creations.
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BABY SPOONS |
In Gratitude
JOHN DAVID STANTON
Many of the designs featured in KulaJewels are the original designs of John David Stanton. John David had fine jewelry galleries in the 1960s to 1990s in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Sausalito, California. He, along with a few other mostly self-taught jewelry makers created what became known as the “Sausalito Look”. Situated at the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito and Marin County sat as witness and participant to the happenings of the 60s and beyond. It was a renaissance of arts and crafts that continues to this day. John David would cringe at ever hearing himself being referred to as an artist, but the rest of us all knew.
In 1993, after having known him for about 10 years, he told me of his retirement plans, which included turning over to me all his jewelry designs, molds, and copyrights, which I gladly accepted. most of the molds were in bad shape due to improper storage, giving mostly only shards of wax and incomplete designs. I painstakingly recreated well over a hundred designs, cast them larger, made all new molds, and have now been creating and selling them continuously for 32 years, 25 years here in Kula, on Maui. we have customers from every state, and countless countries. the designs never go out of style.
I am continuously grateful to John David Stanton for the friendship, generosity and trust he showed me.
BRUCE H. TAPLEY
In Memoriam
The devastating Maui wildfires of August 8, 2023—in Kula and, most tragically, in Lahaina—left an indelible mark not only on the people of Maui, but on all who hold the Island dear. As the Number One Island Destination for many years, Maui has long captured the hearts of visitors from around the world.
Lahaina, in particular, was more than just a beloved town. Once the Original Capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom, it stood as a beacon of Culture, History, and Community—a place where memories were made and stories were passed down through generations. It was the Heart of Maui, the Keeper of Stories, the Home of Sacred Ground.
Though flames took much, they did not take the spirit of Lahaina. The warmth of its sunsets, the salt on the breeze, and the mana of its land remain with us.
To those who lost loved ones, homes, and livelihoods, may healing come gently. May Aloha continue to rise from the ashes.
