Ili. Fan. This is an ili made of tuaaniu (coconut midrib), kaumoe (immature coconut leaf), and laukie (soft pandanus). The handle of the ili is cylindrical in shape and is made from a bundle of tuaaniu, encased in lalaga (woven) laukie. The tuaaniu are tightly lashed together in a row to form the semi-circular blade. Kaumoe is then used to decoratively lash the blade using zig zag motifs. This technique is also known as faka sigano. The kaumoe is used as a beige colour as well as a dyed green and yellow colour. The ili is then bordered with frayed laukie. The laukie is also dyed a purple and blue colour to produce a striped appearance. As in many parts of the Pacific, ili were used to keep cool in the hot weather or presented as a gift to friends, family and visitors.