{"title":"Lilikoi and Sea Urchin Glass Beaded Necklace Lei","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"font_8\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThese Hawaiian Lei incorporate tiny rice shaped, mini-dagger or long drop glass beads into a design similar to the tiny seeds inside a Lilikoi (Passion Fruit) - imagine threading over a thousand grains of rice and that is what is similar when weaving the variety of glass beads into our unique designs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAkalei Designs blends Japanese Kumihimo braiding techniques with tropical Hawaiian flower lei to reimagine the world of jewelry at an affordable price. Many of these can be made at a length you desire.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"font_8\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"font_8\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_19\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixGuard\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspiration for our lei come through flowers, coral, reef fish, ocean life and luscious landscapes of the Hawaiian islands. Lei can be made for any occasion, including Weddings, Graduations, Baby Showers, Birthdays, \u0026amp; Anniversaries. Matching earrings can be custom order on many of the Hawaiian Island items. Please send an inquiry to info@akaleidesigns.com. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"copy-of-hawaiian-lei-necklace-champagne-luster-with-yellow-picasso-21","title":"Jade Green Picasso with Black Seed beads Hawaiian Lilikoi Lei Necklace - 19”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis top selling Lei is a blend of “Blue\/Green” Rizo beads and glossy black glass seed beads to create a stunning forever Hawaiian Lei. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe necklace is finished with a powerful magnetic silver toned metallic clasp (with grooves for a secure hold simply twist to remove) for a length of 20” long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to the durability of the glass beads this necklace will last for years. You can also mix and match with different lengths of similar Lei or try the Forbidden Island inspired necklaces in that collection (see sample photo in this item).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAkalei is the Hawaiian word for \"bead reflections\" which describes this unique style only available here on Maui. We specialize in designing a wide range of modern yet classic Hawaiian looking lei. Ideal as a gift for a holiday, birthday, wedding or anniversary. Please email info@akaleidesigns.com to inquire about custom products for that special occasion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe weaving of beads requires many hours of braiding on a \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese wooden stand called a “Marudai”. These necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that creates beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as belts (obijime) used on kimonos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eIt is my goal to provide you with a long lasting, beautiful piece of jewelry that you will enjoy wearing for years to come. I take great care in the construction of my pieces to ensure just that. Please note: colors may slightly differ from their appearance on your display, as it depends on your monitor settings.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Send a message with questions or comments. Thanks for stopping by!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAloha Aku!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akalei Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31811687678070,"sku":"","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6938\/0726\/files\/JadeGreenPicassoLogo.png?v=1683675271"},{"product_id":"copy-of-hawaiian-lei-necklace-luster-beige-with-pink-brown-rizo-beads-24","title":"Lime Green Travertine Lilikoi with Yellow Picasso -21\" (Made to Order)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is one of my favorite combinations. A handmade glass beaded necklace made using a Lime Travertine (Light Green) “Rizo” beads with Yellow Picasso glass seed beads in this Spiral Hawaiian Glass Bead Lei. There are hundreds of beads precisely loaded onto 8 nylon fiber braiding cords that are then woven together in a technique called “Kongo Gumi”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or strong braid, with one bead at a time added and snuggled into the design to create this elegant necklace. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe necklace is finished with a unique bright gold toned metallic hammered magnetic for a length of 21 ” long. Size and colors may vary due to computer and fit on neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkalei Designs make great gifts for woman, girls, and men! \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAkalei is the Hawaiian word for \"bead reflections\" which truly describes this unique style only available here on Maui. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ee specialize in designing a wide range of modern yet classic Hawaiian looking lei\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe weaving of beads requires many hours of braiding on a \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese wooden stand called a “Marudai”. These necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright. Due to the durability of the glass beads this necklace will last for years. You can also mix and match with different lengths of similar Lei or try the Forbidden Island inspired necklaces in that collection (see sample photo in this item).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eKumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that creates beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as belts (obijime) used on kimonos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akalei Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31818200547446,"sku":"","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6938\/0726\/files\/YellowLimePicassoRizoLogo.png?v=1683680384"},{"product_id":"copy-of-hawaiian-lei-glass-bead-necklace-red-picasso-rizo-beads-with-black-picasso-21","title":"Hawaiian Lei Glass Bead Necklace - Red Picasso Lilikoi Matte Black 20”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis handmade braid blends Red Picasso “Rizo” beads and Matte Black glass seed beads to create the stunning Hawaiian Lei appearance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are hundreds of beads precisely loaded onto 8 nylon fiber braiding cords that are then woven together in a technique called “Kongo Gumi”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or strong braid, with one bead at a time added and snuggled into the design to create this elegant necklace. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe necklace is finished with a powerful silver toned “etched” magnetic (for an extra strong hold) for a length of 21” long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe weaving of beads requires many hours of braiding on a \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese wooden stand called a “Marudai”. These necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright. Due to the durability of the glass beads this necklace will last for years. You can also mix and match with different lengths of similar Lei or try the Forbidden Island inspired necklaces in that collection (see sample photo in this item).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkalei Designs make great gifts for woman, girls, men and even your favorite pet!  \u003cspan\u003eIf you would like a unique design I can create almost any length, most colors, and also use a variety of button closures. Ideal as a gift for a holiday, birthday, wedding or anniversary Each purchase comes with a wooden gift tag and if for $20 a Japanese fabric gift bag with kumihimo cords (see accessories and add to cart). For customized orders please contact me at info@akaleidesigns.com.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eKumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that creates beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as belts (obijime) used on kimonos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akalei Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31820622626934,"sku":"","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6938\/0726\/files\/RedRizoLogo.png?v=1683676535"},{"product_id":"green-and-gold-garden-lei-hawaiian-inspired-necklace","title":"Hawaiian Garden Lei - Necklace 36\" (with tassels)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLush forests glean with shades of green, gold. yellow and dozens of other garden tones that are incorporated into this exquisite necklace. There are approximately 1600 Rizo beads in over 20 colors handcrafted into this\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e spiral necklace (so this necklace construction required more than 4,800 individual touches - 3 times for each Rizo bead: first to count, second to load onto cord, and lastly to braid in). The beads are Rizo (each the size of a grain of rice) and can be tricky to bead in just perfectly. The kumihimo design makes it into a round spiral, so this color placement can never be duplicated a pattern as it is a random assortment of garden colors. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis necklace is complimented with a beautiful green and yellow Unicorn bead  (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIntricate hand blown borosilicate glass) with 4\" of garden toned tassels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis 2021 design captures the essence of Aloha - and even better it is a perfect gift for a friend or loved one since this lei will last forever!\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright. \u003c\/span\u003eAs a beautiful glass beaded necklace lei each necklace is handmade on Maui and involves meticulous attention to detail while braiding. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkalei is Hawaiian for \"bead reflections\" which describes this unique necklace lei design style made only here on Maui. We reinterpret traditional Hawaiian Lei using a vast assortment of glass and natural beads, Japanese silk and synthetic fibers, and a wide variety of braiding techniques and inspirations from across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis beautiful hand made lei was made using hundreds of glass Japanese seed beads on multiple cords that are woven together on a wooden marudai stand (in a kongo gumi braid pattern).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe necklace is woven together using an ancient Japanese braiding technique called Kumihimo, a Japanese word for “gathered threads\". This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor for Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as belts (obijime) that are worn as a belt with a kimono.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is my goal to provide you with a long lasting, beautiful piece of jewelry that you will enjoy wearing for years to come. I take great care in the construction of my pieces to ensure just that. Please note: colors may slightly differ from their appearance on your display, as it depends on your monitor settings.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSend a message with questions or comments. Thanks for stopping by!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAloha Aku!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akalei Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39360994508918,"sku":"","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6938\/0726\/files\/GreenGardenTasselsLogo2.png?v=1714112758"},{"product_id":"copy-of-sky-blue-lilikoi-lei-necklace-with-blue-dagger-focal-23","title":"Sky Blue and Denim Lilikoi Lei Necklace - 21”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant blue design highlights a frosted blue focal and the denim blue edges make for a perfect blue necklace to wear with jeans or for date night. This colorful \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehandcrafted beaded necklace lei design will last you forever. A silver toned\"barrel\" magnetic clasp helps keep it secure around your neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads fall beautifully around the neck and are comfortable to wear for casual or elegant events. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAlthough lei are typically made from flowers, leaves, and other natural fibers, these are made using blue and black glass beads sent to Maui from around the globe to make this \"Forever Lei\". These designs feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkalei Designs make great gifts for woman, girls, and men! \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAkalei is the Hawaiian word for \"bead reflections\" which truly describes this unique style only available here on Maui. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ee specialize in designing a wide range of modern yet classic Hawaiian looking lei\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe weaving of beads requires many hours of braiding on a \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese wooden stand called a “Marudai”. These necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright. Due to the durability of the glass beads this necklace will last for years. You can also mix and match with different lengths of similar Lei or try the Forbidden Island inspired necklaces in that collection (see sample photo in this item).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that creates beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as belts (obijime) used on kimonos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eIt is my goal to provide you with a long lasting, beautiful piece of jewelry that you will enjoy wearing for years to come. I take great care in the construction of my pieces to ensure just that. Please note: colors may slightly differ from their appearance on your display, as it depends on your monitor settings.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Please send me a message with questions or comments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"caret-color: #212b36; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\" data-mce-style=\"caret-color: #212b36; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThanks for stopping by our shop!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"caret-color: #212b36; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\" data-mce-style=\"caret-color: #212b36; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; widows: auto; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAloha Aku.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akalei Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39408745742454,"sku":"","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6938\/0726\/files\/BluelilikoiLogo.png?v=1683671987"},{"product_id":"pink-picasso-mini-daggers-sea-urchin-necklace-lei-22-copy","title":"Pink Picasso Mini Daggers \"Sea Urchin\" Necklace Lei - 21” to 23\" (Made to Order)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pink necklace lei incorporates Pink Picasso mini-dagger beads. These glass beads create the 7\" focal section, and red glass seed beads on both ends. This design is surely one of most beautiful designs to date. Our colorful Hawaiian Lei design will last you forever. These dagger beads are strung into the focal section to showoff the texture in this unique lei. An acrylic clasp provide a secure hold and ease of use (subject to change style based on availability) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads fall beautifully around the neck and are comfortable to wear for casual or elegant events. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAlthough lei are typically made from flowers, leaves, and other natural fibers, these are made using glass beads sent to Maui from around the globe to make this \"Forever Lei\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are hundreds of beads precisely loaded onto 8 nylon fiber braiding cords that are then woven together in a technique called “Kongo Gumi”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or strong braid, with one bead at a time added and snuggled into the design to create this elegant necklace. \u003c\/span\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkalei Designs make great gifts for woman, girls, and men! \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAkalei is the Hawaiian word for \"bead reflections\" which truly describes this unique style only available here on Maui. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ee specialize in designing a wide range of modern yet classic Hawaiian looking lei\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe weaving of beads requires many hours of braiding on a \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese wooden stand called a “Marudai”. These necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright. Due to the durability of the glass beads this necklace will last for years. You can also mix and match with different lengths of similar Lei or try the Forbidden Island inspired necklaces in that collection (see sample photo in this item).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you would like a unique design we can create almost any length, most colors, and also use a variety of closures. Ideal as a gift for a holiday, birthday, wedding or anniversary. For customized orders please contact me at info@akaleidesigns.com.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eKumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that creates beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are designed as belts (obijime) used on kimonos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akalei Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41025501855862,"sku":"","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6938\/0726\/files\/PinkPicassoMiniDaggerLogo.png?v=1716417660"},{"product_id":"blue-picasso-mini-daggers-sea-urchin-daggers-necklace-lei-24-copy","title":"Blue Picasso Mini Daggers \"Sea Urchin\" Daggers Necklace Lei -  21-23\" (Made to Order)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis two-toned blue necklace lei incorporates mini-dagger beads blended in the center section.These glass beads have a in the 6\" focal section, and blue matte seed beads on both ends. This design is surely one of most beautiful designs to date. The daggers have a translucent blue look with hues of blue and black to create a bold beaded necklace lei. This colorful new Hawaiian Lei design that will last you forever. These  dagger beads are strung into the focal section to showoff the dazzle in this unique lei. A silver toned acrylic clasp provide a secure hold and ease of use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads fall beautifully around the neck and are comfortable to wear for casual or elegant events. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eAlthough lei are typically made from flowers, leaves, and other natural fibers, these are made using glass beads sent to Maui from around the globe to make this \"Forever Lei\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are hundreds of beads precisely loaded onto 8 nylon fiber braiding cords that are then woven together in a technique called “Kongo Gumi”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or strong braid, with one bead at a time added and snuggled into the design to create this elegant necklace. \u003c\/span\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAkalei Designs make great gifts for woman, girls, and men! \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAkalei is the Hawaiian word for \"bead reflections\" which truly describes this unique style only available here on Maui. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ee specialize in designing a wide range of modern yet classic Hawaiian looking lei\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe weaving of beads requires many hours of braiding on a \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese wooden stand called a “Marudai”. These necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright. Due to the durability of the glass beads this necklace will last for years. You can also mix and match with different lengths of similar Lei or try the Forbidden Island inspired necklaces in that collection (see sample photo in this item).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you would like a unique design we can create almost any length, most colors, and also use a variety of closures. Ideal as a gift for a holiday, birthday, wedding or anniversary. For customized orders please contact me at info@akaleidesigns.com.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eKumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that creates beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. 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These necklaces feel wonderful to wear and require little to almost no care by using a clean dry towel every few months to keep dust free and bright. Due to the durability of the glass beads this necklace will last for years. You can also mix and match with different lengths of similar Lei or try the Forbidden Island inspired necklaces in that collection (see sample photo in this item).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eKumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that creates beautiful and strong interlaced cords. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Japanese samurai warriors. 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