A lei is that wreath of flowers you see round someone's neck in any of those tropical island movies you've watched and today I learned how to make one.
I was excited to get my craft mojo going again so I thought I'd share some quick tips on how to make your own:
1. Ideally you want some fresh orchids but if you can't get your hands on those, you can use anything from some fake flowers, grapes or popcorn etc.
2. If you are using orchids then you will need to separate the stalk from the flower, using your nails.
3. Take a piece of string, long wnough to go over your head and a bit extra. tie a knot at one end and thread the other with a needle
4. Thread the flowers onto the needle one at a time, front fiest right through the middle and puah towards the knot
5. When you have filled the whole piece of string, leaving enough room at the end for tying it, then remove the needle and knot it at least 4 times
6. Wear with pride or give to someone you love :)
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