How Do You Make A Lantern Ilima Flower Lei?
The Lantern Ilima is a non-fragrant but beautiful flower that is yellow and red in color. These colors are noted as royal colors in the Hawaiian Islands. When made into a lei, its beauty can be seen from afar. In Hawaii and many other Polynesian islands, giving a lei is noted as an expression of love. It can be given to friends, family and acquaintances of all ages.This lei is very common in Hawaii and can be seen at various events such as a luau, graduation or at birthday parties. It is normally sold at local stores and lei stands near the airport. Hold the needle steady and place the thread through the eye of the needle. Match up the ends of the thread. Hold them together with one hand and pull the needle down to the middle with the other hand. There should be 3 ft of thread on each side of the needle. Place the needle on a table or counter top. Hold the ends of the thread approximately 3 inches from the end and tie a double knot. Select one lantern Ilima flower and hold it at the bo
