We took Picasso Seed Beads and separated three different colors with Black Magatama Beads (Brown, Transparent Topaz, and Yellow Picasso) and then finished the focal section with Red Transparent Magatama Beads loaded facing two different directions that then meet in the middle. These make a perfect blend of colors in this Hawaiian Lei. Handcrafted this beaded necklace lei looks similar to those found in Ni'iHau but are a fraction of the cost and will last you forever. The dragon scale beads are some of the largest glass beads made by manufacturers in Japan. A black matte acrylic magnet has a strong hold for ease of putting on and removing.
By weaving over 1000 beads in this necklace no two are alike. This statement necklace lei is finished with a silver toned magnet end cap that has a strong hold. Our segmented Hawaiian necklace designs are quickly becoming our top seller. We make more Kumihimo necklaces than all other vendors anywhere and our inventory grows each day.
Our 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. This beautiful hand-crafted style necklace was made using hundreds of glass beads from around the world that are meticulously loaded onto multiple cords that are then woven together on a Japanese Marudai braiding stand (see photo).
Akalei Designs make great gifts for woman, girls, and men! Akalei is the Hawaiian word for "bead reflections" which captures this unique style only available on Maui. We specialize in designing a wide range of modern yet classic Hawaiian looking lei. For customized orders please contact me at info@akaleidesigns.com.
Kumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that creates beautiful and durable interlaced necklaces and bracelets. This art form goes back hundreds of years as braids were made for use in armor of Samurai warriors. In modern times these braids are used for belts (obijime) on kimonos
It 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.
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Aloha Aku.
