Color and Hawaii go hand in hand. From the abundance of flowers, grasses, and trees that flourish on the land to the lava of the volcanoes or the beautiful blue skies and ocean that surround the state…color is everywhere! Whether worn in traditional dances at luaus and other celebrations or simply by enthusiastic tourists with a love of the culture, leis are an iconic and colorful symbol of Hawaiian hospitality. Even classic Hawaiian shirts have become a beloved wardrobe staple in so many other states.

Did you know that each of the eight Hawaiian Islands has its own official color? The chosen colors represent the different flowers found on each island. Red, orange, pink, yellow, grey, white, green, and purple. Can you match the color to the island?

Featuring an orchid lei and tropical flowers, this design incorporates the colors of all eight islands, as well as the beautiful blue ocean that binds them together.

Colors and amounts used as shown:
A. Ewe 2 Yarn Mellow Worsted: Breeze
(33 g/ 71 yd./ 65 m)
B. Aly Bee Workshop Merino Worsted: Spooky
(5 g/ 11 yd./ 10m)
C. Aly Bee Workshop Merino Worsted: Cindersnap (20 g/ 40 yd./ 37 m)
D. Aly Bee Workshop Merino Worsted: Nebula
(15 g/ 30 yd./ 29 m)
E. Malabrigo Rios: Natural (5 g/ 11 yd./ 10m)
F. Aly Bee Workshop Merino Worsted: Limoncello (5 g/ 11 yd./ 10m)
G: Stunning String Studio Legacy Worsted: Zinfandel (10 g/ 21 yd./ 19m)
H: Aly Bee Workshop Merino Worsted: Marmalade (Duplicate stitching only) 5 g/ 11 yd./ 10m
I: Aly Bee Workshop Merino Worsted: Festive (Duplicate stitching only) 2-3 yds.