Tahitian Lauhala RollAttention creative crafters! Lauhala (pandanus) or raufara (as it is known in Tahiti) is one of the most used and versatile source of weaving materials in Polynesia. Since ancient times, these islanders have made an art of weaving. They've woven baskets, mats, bracelets, fans and inumerable other practical and decorative items. To prepare the leaves, they are first dried in the sun. The thorns are stripped off and are soaked in water to clean and