These
decorations meld Christian and indigenous culture |
Welcome
to a weaving demonstration |
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At
this community center local villages demonstrate weaving
by traditional methods |
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The
process begins with the wool of the llamas which must be washed |
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A
form of yucca root provides natural soap |
A
cleverly tied wrap allows baby to come along |
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The
soap is very effective cleaning the wool |
Nimble
fingers work the spindles |
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Local
products are sold in the shop |
Natural
plants are used to dye the wool |
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This
color is also used as lipstick |
Members
of our group are trying their hand at this craft |
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The
dying process went well |
Now
the weaving begins |
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Weavers
have hundred of patterns committed to memory |
Modeling
finished products |
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