Above, lei made with rose buds, white wax flower, bouganvillea, and Song of India ribbons.
Here are some wonderful videos uploaded from Youtube to help you learn. Each maker has their own style and methods; there is no "right" way.
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The first is a beautiful video by Daphne Jenkins which runs through the basic steps of prepping, creating a base, and winding.
She uses a 3-ply braid and creates the ties and base at the same time. This lei is not "backed," which means that it does not have fern or other greenery covering the raffia base. I recommend that beginners concentrate on the front before attempting to back the lei. |
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Two videos from one of Hawaii's most talented lei makers and teachers, Bill Char.
He demonstrates a rope-style for the ends, as well as winding the lei on a loose base of raffia. Videos going too quickly? Check out Haku-lei's website for a super step-by-step tutorial by S. Arita. |
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