I Tried It - Nat's Eyelash Yarn Lei Instructions

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I wanted to get a head start on lei for graduation season, and decided to try making the Eyelash Yarn Lei that Nat blogged about a few years ago - she made it look so easy!  

And it was!

I ended up buying the eyelash yarn on Amazon.com since I couldn't find the colors I wanted at Longs (it was also cheaper than the sale price at Longs).  

I also repurposed kukui from all the lei I received from hotel visits, used a straw I had lying around, so the costs for supplies were minimal.   

I think they turned out great - and like Nat said, they are super easy to make, takes very little time, are economical, and last forever (they can be re-used and re-gifted too).  

Thanks, Nat, for blogging about the Eyelash Yarn Lei! 

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Haku Lei Brunch at Herringbone Waikiki

I've wanted to go to Herringbone Waikiki's Haku Lei Brunch since it's inception and was finally able to attend one this past weekend.  YAY!  The once a month special event is free for guests having brunch at the restaurant.  Yes, free!


There are lots of beautiful flowers and greens to choose from to make your own haku lei.
   




Meleana Estes, who also teaches lei making every first Sunday at the International Market Place, came by each table to demonstrate how to make a haku lei. 






It was easier than I expected and there is really no wrong way to make one.  All the haku lei at brunch were unique and gorgeous!






My family really enjoyed the fun activity and brunch was delicious as usual.  We hope to attend another Haku Lei Brunch soon!  Be sure to check out Herringbone Waikiki's social media channels for information on the next event.

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