FIBRE ART CHALLENGE

This was the fabric that was chosen for the
Fibre Art Challenge I decided to do an African Wrap Doll .The fabric seemed to speak to me with an African feeling... Notice the butterfly on the basket? I'm going to call the piece"Hitchin' A Ride"

Along with the jewellery, she has a mirror embellishment at her waist. It is there for a reason and I will tell you further on......
This is a back view...

There is a story about the wrap dolls that is interesting and here it is....

African Wrap Dolls....

This technique dates back to slavery times. Pieces of wire or wood were wrapped with bits of wool or cloth to make dolls for the children. Each doll wears a small mirror....... The African people believe if Evil can see itself in a mirror it will run away...It signifies good luck....

I Love this story and love making the dolls.... You can see others on my web page.

www.magpiescollectables.bravehost.com