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| Spotlight May 2008 Welcome to our newest feature on AlohaDenver.com. In celebration of Lei Day (May 1) our first Spotlight is on Maile Inagaki. Enjoy! Leis – Not Just for Luau Maile Inagaki, owner Little Grass Shack When she isn’t dancing with her hula halau, Maile Inagaki can usually be found making leis according to Hawaiian tradition. Her business, Little Grass Shack, is popular not only for local luaus, people also order beautiful leis and other Hawaiian floral accessories for graduations, funerals, Mother’s Day, and to celebrate other occasions. “One customer gave leis to her guests as a hint as to the surprise trip to Hawaii she arranged,” explained Maile, “Leis are for an occasion; not just for luaus.” Although most of her family now lives in Hawaii, and Maile attended the University of Hawaii, she is actually a Denver native and says she knew that Colorado would be a welcoming place for her lei-making shop. “I launched Little Grass Shack in the dead of a Colorado winter, in my garage, with no heat,” she said. “What’s great about the Hawaiian community is that Colorado weather doesn’t stop them. A couple of years ago on Lei Day (May 1), hundreds of people turned up in deep snow to celebrate and watch boot-clad hula dancers.” Perseverance and drive grew the business and Maile went from local craft fairs to a spot on Channel 2 News in March 2008. Business is booming as Spring approaches and Maile looks forward to the events, such as the Rocky Mountain Polynesian Luau on May 3, 2008 – where you’ll find Maile manning the Little Grass Shack booth; and the graduations, weddings and other celebrations for which she will provide gorgeous handmade leis. For more information on Maile, Little Grass Shack, and her selection of fresh flowers and handmade leis, please call (720) 974-4090 or visit her website: www.spreadingaloha.com Have a suggestion for our Spotlight feature? Send your idea to: bigkahuna@alohadenver.com |
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