How to present the Samoan ie toga (fine mat)

The Samoan Fine Mat (or Ie Toga) was the original Pacific currency.  In Samoa today it is mainly used for special occasions - the finer the mat the better the skill!

Our expert Yvonne Maea-Brown teaches Destiny and Pati how to present and fold the ie toga as part of a Samoan custom known as the si'i alofa - a show of support from one family to another at important events and gatherings.

Check out more on Samoan fine mats here - https://www.thecoconet.tv/how-to/samo...

And the Si'i alofa here - https://www.thecoconet.tv/how-to/samo...

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