Testimonials

"I stumbled upon Blue Bird Jewelry one day shortly after moving back to Hawaii and was drawn in by the simple, elegant ambience of the store. There was a pair of earrings that caught my eye in the window that I had to see up close. Once inside, Jana welcomed me with her warm and friendly nature, showing me the earrings and also making suggestions for other pieces that I might like. Little did I know that this would be the first of many visits to her shop for gifts for friends and family, as well as pieces for myself.

Whenever I go to her boutique, Jana always shows me her new pieces and makes recommendations. She knows my style and what will complement my look. She pays attention to my hair color, clothing style, skin tone, everything that affects the way the jewelry looks, yet never pushes to make a sale. She truly wants you to love what you buy...She stands behind her products and has such passion for what she does. I spent 20+ years living on the mainland, where I found local artisans who could create beautiful and unique jewelry that fits my style. I am so fortunate to have found that in Jana and Blue Bird Jewelry here in Honolulu!"

Carie - Honolulu, Hawaii

"I've been purchasing jewelry from Jana for about 6 years now and every product she's made is absolutely gorgeous! She has phenomenal attention to detail!

When I first purchased her jewelry, it was over email/social media. The pieces she made were sight unseen, all through pictures and via email. When the first pieces arrived, I was hooked. I have several necklaces and 11 pairs of earrings! I receive compliments every time I wear them!

I finally had the opportunity to meet Jana - in person - after the pandemic and when I was able to travel back to Honolulu. She is as kind in person as she is virtually. After we talk jewelry, we always catch up on things going on with each others' busy lives. I'm looking forward to seeing her again on my next trip! I've recommended her work to friends looking for that perfect pair of earrings. I cannot speak highly enough of Jana and her beautiful craftsmanship!"

Melanie - Spokane, Washington

"I think I discovered Blue Bird soon after I retired in January 2020. I recall being so happy to see your jewelry pieces because they were so uniquely intricate and well made. I'm so glad you persevered and decided to continue with your business when the pandemic restrictions were lifted.

I've visited other small jewelry shops at Ala Moana and on the Mainland and I have to say without hesitation - your jewelry collection is by far of superior quality and craftsmanship. I enjoy buying your creations to spread joy and happiness to my friends and family members."

Kathleen - Kaneohe, Hawaii

"I only discovered Jana and her shop a few years ago and I am obsessed! Her pieces are unique and beautiful. She puts in so much thought behind every design and the the healing properties of each gemstone. But the reason that I really love shopping at Blue Bird is Jana. She is the heart and soul of Blue Bird. She is kind, thoughtful and passionate about her work. She has an amazing eye. Jana always selects pieces for me that I am not naturally drawn to. Each time I put them on, I'm amazed at how much I love them. She knows what works!"

Shyla - Pearl City, Hawaii

"I have been a customer and fan of Blue Bird Jewelry for many years! I specifically remember buying beautiful bracelets and earrings from Jana at one of her pop-ups at Ten Tomorrow. Fast forward to now, Blue Bird Jewelry Boutique at Ward has become one of my favorite spots to visit with my dog! Jana's jewelry has become a big part of my life. From beautiful necklaces and earrings, to custom made bead bracelets with my favorite words and BTS members, she has made meaningful pieces that are part of my every day life to important life moments and everything in between! She is my go to when finding gifts for dear friends as well. Her jewelry speaks and resonates with so many people, probably because it is made with love and intention. Blue Bird Jewelry has also been a big supporter of Let Grace In - a non-profit that I work with. Jana herself has also become a good friend over the years. It makes a big difference when you can buy jewelry from someone you know and respect."

Jessica - Aiea, Hawaii

"Jana and Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii have generously supported our Non-Profit Let Grace In's mission to restore hope to families grieving their child for the past several years. Jana has generously donated several gorgeous pieces over the years to our fundraiser's silent auction. Each handmade piece has been thoughtfully designed and made with exceptional quality. Every donation has stunned our donors because Jana's gemstones, workmanship and design aesthetic are on point. Each pair of earrings came with a description of the significance of the gemstone and a story of how they can help us in specific areas of our life. Jana is a true delight to work with as she is always timely, communicates well, is organized, kind, considerate and absolutely dependable. Jana has a heart for community and is always thinking of new ways to support our organization and programs. Mahalo Blue Bird Jewelry!"

Gabby - Honolulu, Hawaii
Founder - Let Grace In

"Dear Jana - the jewelry you create always brings me joy! There are so many great, creative jewelry artists in our community alone, but what sets you apart is your quality workmanship that is second to none. You know how I always admire your work! And then there's your selection of beautiful gemstones...your store is my happy place! I just love the simple elegance you create! Here's wishing you continued success in the years to come!

Kerrie - Kaneone, Hawaii

"I love Blue Bird! I've been enjoying Jana's jewelry for several years. The jewelry is so well made and fits so many aesthetics, whether you like simple and dainty (my style most of the time) or want a little more flash. Jana's boutique is bright and cheerful and she's always ready to address anyone's questions. My collection has only grown over the years and will most likely continue to grow as Jana continues to bring out more creations that are so beautiful not to have."

Elaine - Pearl City, Hawaii

"It is such a joy to shop at Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii! Whenever you enter the boutique, you are surrounded by an awesome collection of rainbow colored gemstone jewelry expertly hand crafted by Jana Higa. Jana always warmly greets her customers and can help you select just the right gift or jewelry or any occasion. I have very small wrists and she custom made the perfect bracelets for me in a delightful spectrum of colors! She has even selected amazing gemstones and designed necklaces and earrings that were only on my dream wish list. I love going to Blue Bird Jewelry. It always makes me happy!"

June - Nuuanu, Hawaii

"Stumbling upon Blue Bird Jewelry has made gift shopping such a joyful experience. Jana's love for what she does is evident in the amazing pieces of jewelry she creates. The personalized and excellent service has kept me a happy shopper at this special boutique."

Tammy - Honolulu, Hawaii

"I love shopping at Blue Bird Jewelry for the following reasons: Exquisitely designed pendants, bracelets, and earrings made of breathtakingly gorgeous and unique gemstones, hand-crafted specifically by Jana. Workmanship is of high quality and is delicately finessed. I'm never disappointed; these jewelry pieces make excellent gifts!"

Kathy - Honolulu, Hawaii

"I have been shopping with Jana since her first craft fair at the Blaisdell! The quality of her gemstones and classy designs are what make Blue Bird Jewelry my first stop for gifts (for me and my friends). She is the sweetest, most genuine person you will meet and truly has an eye for designing gorgeous pieces. I love chatting with her at the store and am lucky to have a talented friend that shares my love of shiny things."

Yumi - Kapolei, Hawaii

"I love Jana's aesthetic and attention to detail! She takes great care in selecting quality gemstones for her sparkling creations. Jana makes sure the jewelry you choose fits you and your lifestyle. It's been years and today I still remember the personal and custom experience I had shopping with her."

Jennifer - Kaneohe, Hawaii

"The first time I saw Jana's jewelry, I was blown away. Jana has the magic eye to pick out beautifully cut gemstones. The quality of gemstones is perfect for each piece. She transforms it into beautiful pieces that radiate great energy. Been a loyal client for a long time. She has the best service and always thinks of us when she has new pieces. Blue Bird is a go-to boutique for a gift for someone or yourself. My girlfriend and I have collected many pieces and always get excited when we visit Blue Bird."

Lee - Mililani, Hawaii

"Blue Bird is my favorite place for jewelry! Jana handpicks the clearest, most beautifully cut, high quality stones, then creatively crafts masterpieces. She pays great attention to detail when putting together jewelry, such as seeing the little shade and size differences of each stone to create more symmetry or finding the better side of the stone. She also noticed I was left handed so each time I get a necklace, she moves the clasp for me so I get the best side of the stone facing out, although to the normal eye, both sides are nice! Blue Bird is a great place for gifts as well so don't be selfish and keep the store to yourself! Customer service is beyond friendly and fabulous too!"

Tracy - Mililani, Hawaii

Sue - Honolulu, Hawaii

Another review from Sue:

"I first met Jana and saw her Blue Bird Jewelry pieces coincidentally at a Made in Hawaii fair several years ago. Blue Bird Jewelry is thoughtfully crafted, original, reasonably priced and has timeless style. They are excellent quality jewelry pieces that I promise you will never regret incorporating into your life. I have a huge collection of jewelry I have been collecting over 20 years. It's no longer, "what jewelry should I wear?" every morning. It's ultimately, "which Blue Bird Jewelry combination am I wearing today?" EVERYDAY since I started to wear Blue Bird Jewelry. No exaggeration, Jana's customer service is extraordinary - her personal attention to your customized needs are impossible to beat. Not only that, Jana is someone genuine who is going to take the extra step to try to know/understand her customers. We are so blessed to have such a talented, hard working, local artist here in Hawaii. You need a piece of Blue Bird Jewelry if you don't already own some!"

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The Backstory:

Husband Jearl contacted me on December 3rd to specifically inquire on a Green Amethyst Necklace. I showed him what I currently had in stock and he requested that I refashion it into my signature Dreamcatcher Necklace design.

We chatted back and forth over the next week to determine the appropriate necklace length for his wife as neck size, boob size (average vs large...sorry but it's true), height and overall body build affects how it will hang and where it will hit when worn. Jearl provided all of the answers to my questions and together we decided on a length that would be best. I also mentioned that the chain allowed for flexibility to wear it at different lengths depending on her outfit - Jearl really appreciated this aspect of versatility.

On December 26th, I received this lovely message from Melissa (Jearl's wife). It was the most wonderful feeling to know that I could make someone’s Christmas so special - especially this year. But the real gem of this story is Jearl who paid attention and listened to Melissa AND contacted me more than 3 weeks before Christmas (since men are known to be last minute shoppers)!

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"Jana Higa, Owner and Designer of Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii, has made accessorizing a cinch! The quality of Blue Bird's pieces is truly superior to any mass-produced product that you can find on the shelves at any retail outlet. Whether it's because of the beautiful color or shape of the gemstones used, her keen sense of size and scale, or knowing that most of her creations are one-of-a-kind, each piece of jewelry in Jana's collection feels unique and exclusive. Everything is hand-crafted with the utmost care, quality, and most importantly, LOVE! The love and passion that goes into each and every piece Jana creates is seen and felt by admirers and customers alike.

Honestly, I've cleaned out my jewelry box because once you wear a Blue Bird piece, you will find that you don't want to wear anything else. The feeling that you get when you wear Jana's jewelry is one of confidence, as well as ease, and is the perfect finishing touch to your outfit of the day, whether you are going for a professional-chic look or something more casual.

Invest and treat yourself to a necklace, a pair of earrings, or bracelet from Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii's collection and see and feel for yourself what all the fuss is about!"

A True Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii Believer
Lynne - Kailua, Hawaii

"Jana is so creative - her pieces are all very well made and can be worn with casual, business or evening attire. She is very friendly and enjoyable to work with. No matter how busy she is, she always takes time to help you select the right piece. I believe that no photo can truly capture the beauty of her designs...you have to see them in person! I always look forward to seeing her new creations."

Stephanie - Honolulu, Hawaii

"Jana and Gav are the best! More than just having amazing, quality jewelry, they are the friendliest people you'll meet. I love visiting their booth at craft fairs. I have 2 necklaces from Blue Bird and they have become a staple in my wardrobe. Jana is so accommodating - she did not hesitate to make adjustments to both necklaces so that they fit my body and style. She wants you to feel confident while wearing her pieces. Now that's awesome customer service!!! I can't wait to get the next piece to add to my collection."

Ashley - Honolulu, Hawaii

"For the most diverse, unique and beautiful jewelry, Blue Bird has something for everyone and for every occasion. Jana has a really great eye for color and a knack for combining gemstones and metals in such a complementary way. Her craftsmanship shines through in each and every piece. I am always amazed at Jana's creativity and her ability to produce so many different types of necklaces, all of them possessing very unique, one-of-a-kind shapes and colors. Her constant experimentation and innovation keeps her designs fresh.

Best of all, Jana and her husband Gavan are wonderful people who are always interested in their customers and have excellent recall of what their customers' preferences are. They also go out of their way to adjust the length of pieces should customers want them longer or shorter.

I always look forward to seeing what Jana will create for her next collection. Thank you for sharing the beauty of your creations with us, Jana!"

Liz - Honolulu, Hawaii

"Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii captures the true essence of a girly girl, as well as a girl with some edge. Jana's pieces are beautiful and unique and you are able to wear them with essentially anything. Blue Bird's jewelry is timeless and can be worn at work or at play. I enjoy all of my beautiful pieces and appreciate the love, care and detail put into each and every one that I am lucky to own! Thank you Jana and Gav!!! I am definitely a lifelong customer!"

Louise - Ookala, Big Island, Hawaii

"I have been to many craft fairs here on Maui, seeking the type of jewelry that interests me, with no luck. Through a mutual friend, I began following Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii on Facebook and on Instagram. I happened to coordinate a trip to Oahu to coincide with a craft fair that they were participating in. The first piece I took notice of was a labradorite necklace and it was truly stunning! Since then, I have purchased numerous pieces and will continue to add to my growing collection! Seek out their booth and take a moment to look at Jana's jewelry collection. From the carefully selected stones to the weight of the metals used, you will see the precision and passion in her high quality pieces.

Customer service is extremely important to Jana and she will go above and beyond to ensure your satisfaction. She is the sweetest and most genuine person I have ever met - I am fortunate to have found Jana and Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii!!!"

Marian - Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii

"Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii has provided our family with a five-star experience in every way. Their service, kindness, attention to detail, reliability and promptness in fulfilling an order are just the beginning.

The quality, craftsmanship and beauty of each and every piece of jewelry we have ordered and received have been above and beyond anything we anticipated. Jana is gifted with amazing creativity and the ability to bring her gorgeous designs to life in such a beautiful and unique way. EVERY time I wear one of her designs, I receive compliments.

We are so very grateful for Blue Bird Jewelry Hawaii - we love everything about them."

Karen - Canton, Ohio

"Jana's jewelry collection consists of unique, hand-crafted pieces with personal touches that reflect her sense of place in her native Hawaii. In all of our travels, we have not found a friendlier nor more accommodating business owner.

When my wife lost one side of a pair of earrings we had purchased on our anniversary trip to Hawaii, we were distraught. I quietly emailed Jana with a picture of the surviving side, and within a day she sent us a new set of earrings just in time for my wife's birthday. Suffice it to say, my wife was stunned and so grateful to have her anniversary earrings back. It was really quite an amazing customer service experience that doesn't happen very often nowadays. It shows how Blue Bird is truly a rare gem."

Fleming - Venice, Califonia