Waikiki tea towel by Cultivate Hawaii made from soft flour-sack cotton and printed with water-based inks. Designed and made in Hawaiʻi, inspired by Oʻahu’s iconic shoreline.
| Article number: | P-16947 |
| Availability: | In stock |
Tea Towel – Waikīkī
By Cultivate Hawaii
Why You’ll Love It
This beautifully illustrated tea towel blends everyday usefulness with the rich history and natural beauty of one of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic places. Featuring Waikīkī, it brings island character, cultural depth, and tropical charm into the kitchen or home.
Made from soft, absorbent flour-sack cotton, it is practical enough for daily use while attractive enough to display. Each towel is pre-washed and pre-shrunk, giving every piece subtle natural variation and its own unique character.
About the Artwork
Nestled below the slopes of Lēʻahi (Diamond Head), Waikīkī was once the crown jewel of Oʻahu’s Kona district. Its perfect waves and extraordinary beauty made it a favored residence of Oʻahu’s aliʻi—chiefs and royalty—who held surfing in the highest esteem.
The name Waikīkī means “spouting water,” referencing the area’s abundant freshwater springs. These waters, combined with rich natural resources, created ideal conditions for kalo cultivation and supported a landscape of lagoons, fishing grounds, beaches, and safe harbors.
About the Brand
Cultivate Hawaii creates thoughtfully designed goods inspired by Hawaiʻi’s native flora, fauna, landscapes, and cultural stories. Their products combine practical function with local meaning and island beauty.
Key Features
Brand: Cultivate Hawaii
Product Type: Tea towel
Design: Waikīkī coastal illustration
Material: Natural flour-sack cotton
Print: Water-based inks
Full Size: 17 × 36 inches
Folded Size: 5 × 9 inches
Origin: Designed and made in Hawaiʻi
Important Notes
Pre-washed and pre-shrunk before shipping
Slight size and shade variations make each towel unique
Individually folded and banded with story card included
Perfect For…
Adding Hawaiʻi history and coastal beauty to the kitchen
Housewarming or hostess gifts
Waikīkī lovers and Oʻahu visitors
Displaying on oven handles or baskets
Final Thoughts
The Waikīkī Tea Towel is practical, beautiful, and rooted in place. It brings everyday function together with the rich story of one of Hawaiʻi’s most beloved shorelines.
