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How can I make a folding fan?

I want to make one of those traditional folding fans. I don't mean the kind where you just fold up a piece of paper and staple it in place, but one of those real ones.
Does anyone have a link to a place with a guide, or something? I really want to learn how to make these myself!

Try this site:

http://aic.stanford.edu/sg/bpg/annual/v05/bp05-04.html

It's rather conmplicated, but it;s the only one I know of.

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