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monk's belt
on Jan 27, 2007 in weaving I finished another scarf. The pattern on this one is called Monk's belt. It's a simple form of overshot, presumably named because you have two sets of thread. One makes a plain weave, and the other makes a pattern over the plain weave. It takes about...
Village Weaver
on Dec 30, 2007 in women weaving Flores Island has many villages where weaving is a major occupation for women. They are still weaving in the old style with handspun yarn made from local plants. Original photo by Bay Deane.http://feeds.feedburner.com/DailyFloresPhotos...
Frond Weaving
on Apr 16, 2008 in weaving Paradise Taveuni culture Why not get in touch with your creative side and have a go at Frond Weaving?Maikeli and Sepo are experts in the traditional art of weaving palm leaves, and can produce anything from hats and baskets to sunglasses and watches!Their nimble fingers and...
Frond Weaving
on Apr 16, 2008 in weaving Paradise Taveuni culture Why not get in touch with your creative side and have a go at Frond Weaving?Maikeli and Sepo are experts in the traditional art of weaving palm leaves, and can produce anything from hats and baskets to sunglasses and watches!Their nimble fingers and...
Frond Weaving
on Apr 16, 2008 in weaving Paradise Taveuni culture Why not get in touch with your creative side and have a go at Frond Weaving?Maikeli and Sepo are experts in the traditional art of weaving palm leaves, and can produce anything from hats and baskets to sunglasses and watches!Their nimble fingers and...