Continued from yesterday's post On the actual day we cleared the room and put out the 24 chairs: We were also gifted with some beautiful African baskets hand sewn from banana leaves. They were so gorgeous we replaced all the bowls in the display with them: Aren't they lovely? We also made a 'paper bead…
Category: Continent Studies: Africa
African Jewellery Party: Part One
Last Friday my eldest daughter held an African Jewellery party, showcasing all the work she has been doing over the past six months. The week before we all spent every waking moment preparing the house to receive the 24 guests who would be attending, focusing on her presentation speech, display board and costume. Lillie worked…
Exploring Africa Through Jewellery by L13
Hello, I am L13. I am Claire's quieter and somewhat more creative twin. Over the past year I have become very interested in home-made jewellery, so much so that Mummy decided to incorporate jewellery making into my school. Together we came up with a project based on African jewellery. I have always LOVED African jewellery,…