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Hula leis can be worn as necklaces, headpieces, bracelets or anklets. Decide which ones you want to make and cut the appropriate length of string. Make a knot on one end of your string. |
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Draw and cut flower shapes from colored paper or craft foam. We also have flower lei templates that you can print and cut out.
For a bracelet or anklet, you will need about 6 to 8 flowers; for a necklace or headpiece, you will need around 16 to 20 flowers. |
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Draw and cut out leaf shapes from green paper or craft foam. The leaves should be slightly larger than the flowers. Make the same number of pieces as the flowers. |
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Punch a hole through the center of each flower and leaf. Make sure that the hole is big enough for the string to get through. |
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Cut drinking straws into 1-inch long pieces. You'll need approximately the same number as the flowers. |
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String the pieces together in this order: straw, flower and leaf. |
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When you've strung enough pieces, make a knot right after the last piece. |
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If you're using an elastic string you can tie both ends of the string together to complete the lei. |
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If you're using ordinary string, knot both ends as you wear the lei. |
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