Turathuna Bethlehem University (10): Basketry
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(2009)
Spirit Of Sumud Tourism Program
Women made baskets from wheat straw gathered in the harvest season. Straw is used either in its natural state or dyed in various colors that would enable one to draw various geometrical designs.
The straw is used for making various handled-baskets or baskets with wide mouths for holding fruits and vegetables.
The straw is used for making various handled-baskets or baskets with wide mouths for holding fruits and vegetables.