Thai garland

Thai Garland Cultural Exchange Class

History In the past, Thai people grow flowers along the fence such as jasmine, rose and etc. women in the house will be a hundred flowers to make a garland for paying respect to image of Buddha, the elderly and welcome guests.

Types of Thai garlands

Malai Chai Deaw Malai chai deaw is usually used as an offering to show respect. In temples and cemeteries, these malais can be seen hanging from the hands of Buddhist monk statues along with votive candles. Chained malai and braided malai are examples of malai chai deaw.

Malai Song Chai Malai song chai is usually draped around a person's neck to show importance. In the Thai wedding ceremony, both bride and groom often wear malai song chai.

Malai Chum Rui Malai chum rui or souvenir malai, the smallest form of malai, is usually given as a souvenir to a large group of people. These malais are customarily given by a host, for instance, in wedding ceremonies, housewarming ceremonies, birthday parties, and baby showers. Creature malai is one form of malai chum rui. The purpose of malai chum rui is similar to that of lei (garland) in Hawaiian culture.

How to make a garland

Beginner 7 Jasmines 8 Jasmines 5 Jasmines 6 Jasmines White Thread here for the best Green 7

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