Candy Lei Tutorials

With a Samoan dad, I learned how to make graduation leis when I was young. While us kids were relegated to making candy leis or ribbon leis, my dad and mom would make the special flower leis for graduation ceremonies. In recent years, the tradition of giving graduation leis has really grown across the US…

You would be crazy to tell me people would not appreciate a gift of both sweets and money. That’s why this lei is always a perfect go-to! Whether graduating, heading off to college, or tying the knot, this lei will put a smile on anyone’s face!HINT: Because this tutorial is a branch off of a previous candy lei,…

If you’re looking to create a truly unique candy lei you should give this gummy worm lei a try. While I’m admittedly not the biggest fan of eating gummy worms, I do think they make for an awesome candy lei. If you do know a gummy candy lover out there this lei is perfect for…

I have to admit, Twizzlers aren’t my favorite candy. But I know a lot of people love them. I’m more of a Red Vines man but I didn’t have any around the house so I went with Twizzlers for this weeks candy lei. Feel free to use Red Vines though, they’ll work just as well. 

The holiday season really isn’t complete without at least a few candy canes. We have them adorning our Christmas Tree every year. Most of them don’t make it past the holiday. 

Werthers are one of my favorite candies so needless to say a Werthers candy lei is a must. I also think these leis look awesome with their gold packaging. If you are looking to make a candy lei with money attached this is an excellent option.