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Threads

Canada, 1976
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Through artisans in Finland, Mexico, Nigeria, Poland and India we are introduced to tie-dyeing, tritik, weaving, embroidery and puppet-making.

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In praise of hands

Canada, 1974
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Warp and weft

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Wax and wool

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Embroidery and printed textiles

Australia, 1975
Similarity: 73%

The Textile touch

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Busy hands

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Folk art

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Trio: exploring threads and textiles

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Woven in time

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Master weavers of the Andes

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A Rag tapestry by 25 children

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Craftsmen young and old

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Skilled fingers

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Batik

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The Puppeteers

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When your time is your own

Canada, 1965
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Fabrications

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