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Continue ShoppingRandy began braiding fiber designs as a past time, and since then has honed his skills by studying with many of the world’s most well-known Kumihimo authors and instructors. Currently living in Hawai’i (Maui), his designs are sought after by locals (and visitors) for their distinctive “Forever Lei” appeal. Using thousands of beads, he reimagines traditional Hawaiian Lei and incorporates fiber, shells, gemstones, pearls, lamp-work beads, glass seed beads and anything else he can weave into a fiber and beaded structure.
Jade Green Picasso with Black Seed beads Hawaiian Lilikoi Lei Necklace - 19”
This top selling Lei is a blend of “Blue/Green” Rizo beads and glossy black glass seed beads to create a stunning forever Hawaiian Lei. The 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.
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).
Akalei 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.
The weaving of beads requires many hours of braiding on a Japanese 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.
Kumihimo 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.
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!
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