How Do You Make Candy Leis For Graduation?
The tradition of giving leis began with Polynesian voyagers from Tahiti. It soon became a symbol of peace between the chiefs and their followers. Today is a sign of affection, according to HawaiiFlowerLei.com. But instead of fresh flowers, use candies of all shapes and sizes to create a colorful candy lei as a graduation gift. Individually wrapped hard candy is best for lei making, but any candy that won’t melt when exposed to body heat will work. Purchase hard candies, sticks of chewing gum, jellybeans or gummy bears to place inside the candy lei. Avoid any candies that will melt when worn against the graduate’s body. Body heat or warm weather can cause certain candies, such as chocolate, to melt over time. Lay out a sheet of plastic wrap on your table. Plastic cling wrap comes in clear or tinted colors and is found on grocery aisles with the aluminum foils and plastic storage bags. Cut the plastic wrap at about 4 feet for an adult or 3 feet for a child. Place the candy you have chose
