How to make a porotaka

To make a porotaka you will need two strips of flax at least 30 centimetres long.

The strips should both be the same width.

First fold strip A.

Next place strip B inside the fold of strip A.

Then weave strip B around strip A.

Thereafter pull the four ends tightly to form a square.

Finally trim the blades so they are all the same length.

When you have finished making your porotaka, you could nail or pin it to a stick.