Lei (garland) spam musubi are tied into garlands. "Non-traditional" materials such as cloth ribbon, sequins, cellophane wrap, curling ribbon, and yarn are often used to fashion leis in various forms today. Among residents of Hawaii, the most popular occasions at which nā lei can be found are birthdays, graduations, weddings, funerals, retirement parties, and bridal showers. It is not uncommon for a high school or college graduate to be seen wearing so many nā lei that they reach his or her ears or higher. On May 1 each year, Hawaiians celebrate "Lei Day", first conceived in 1927 by poet Don Blanding. At
Garland Durga Devi wears nerium oleander garland, Vinayaka wears garland made of Durva Grass. The tradition of garlanding statues as a sign of respect also extends to respected non-deities including ancient King Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II and even innovative colonial administrator Mark Cubbon. Garland A garland is a decorative wreath or cord (typically used at festive occasions) which can be hung round a person's neck or on inanimate objects like Christmas trees. Originally garlands were made of flowers or leaves. From the French "guirlde", itself from the Italian "ghirlanda," a braid. A garland created from the daisy flower (generally as a children's