A modern twist on the traditional Hawaiian lei, origami money lei are typically given at graduation, birthdays and other celebrations.

How to Make Money Leis: 12 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

By Bianca Sewake Jul 9, Or, to find all shapes and forms of origami lei around the necks of residents during special occasions. Origami money lei are given at graduations, birthdays and other celebrations. Follow the steps below to make your own Hawaii-style origami money lei and share the aloha wherever you are.

Create a half moon shape by taping two ends together on each side. One by one, pull ribbon through the gap between the center and one of the taped ends of each circle. Sign Up For Our Newsletter.

How to make Hawaii-style origami money lei | Hawaii Magazine

Give this modern twist on the traditional Hawaiian lei as a graduation or birthday present. Fold in half, flip over and fold in half again.

Repeat steps 1—5 for remaining bills. Cut ribbon about 40 inches long.

How to make Hawaii-style origami money lei | Hawaii Magazine

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