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Continue ShoppingNew in 2024 we have invented several new designs with unique colors and designs. Akalei Designs continues innovating exclusively on Maui. All of our Glass Beaded Necklace Lei are handcrafted & woven using a Japanese braiding technique called "Kumihimo" on a wooden stand called a Marudai. We call our necklaces "Forever" Hawaiian Lei as they are made with hundreds of Japanese Glass Beads and/or Natural Fibers, so can last forever. We were showcased on "HI Now" in 2023 as part of the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement / Pop-Up Marketplace and enjoy giving back to the efforts of Lahaina Strong and Kihei Canoe Club fundraising campaigns.
Ni'ihau Hawaii Inspired Necklace - 21” (Black/Brown/Cream)
Reminiscent of the beauty seen in the Forbidden Island (Ni’ihau) shell lei these natural colors blend nicely in this necklace design using black, brown segments with cream highlights. The necklace pictured here measures 20 7/8” (other sizes available). Hundreds of Japanese seed beads were woven on a marudai stand and finished with a black matte strong magnetic end. Akalei is Hawaiian for "bead reflections" or "string of multicolored glass beads" which are only produced here on Maui.
This Black/Brown/Cream Necklace can be made into various lengths (from 10” up to 25”) prices will vary with length or materials used. Please send an email to info@akaleidesigns.com. Akalei is the Hawaiian word for "bead reflections" which truly describes this unique style only available here on Maui.
Additionally these necklaces are great combined with other styles of necklaces. Additional options include the Hawaiian Glass Lei Collection found here: https://akaleidesigns.myshopify.com/admin/themes/81432871030/editor#/collections/forbidden-island-inspired-designs/products/hawaiian-lei-and-ni-ihua-inspired-necklaces
Kumihimo is an ancient Japanese braid making technique that results in 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) that are worn as a belt with a kimono
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