A very significant lei is made from the keys of the hala fruit. Often culturally presented at graduations and at retirement parties, the lei hala is one of the more difficult to make. Variations of the lei are prized as works of art. "Hua Melemele" is the yellow ripened fruit of this useful tree.

The pareu is Hawai`i in a wrap around lifestyle: versatile, comfortable, and limitless in its uses. What started as a hobby of making sarongs as birthday and Christmas gifts in the late 70's, grew into a company because of overwhelming demand! The two-yard length of fabric is seamed at the edges and rectangular in its finished shape -- great for use as a table cloth, wall hanging, or folded and tied as a carry-all. Strapless, over the shoulder or tied at the waist, the pareu drapes beautifully over a swimsuit, undergarment or nothing at all! Fabric is machine-washable 100% cotton broadcloth.