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Deciphering the African Mudcloth’s Secret Motifs

I knew the secret decoding of the fabric from the Garden of Eden would send you spiraling for a good read! Well, if a good read is what you are looking for, the an amazing read is what you will get! Let’s admit. The craze about the African continent has been nothing but insane! Africa has always been a continent of mystery and intrigue. It was the birthplace of humanity, the cradle of civilization, and the last place on earth to be colonized by Europeans. As a result, it’s often been a place of fascination for outsiders. From the land, to the minerals, to the history, to the culture. It isn’t called the Garden of Eden for nothing! Now that...

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Mud cloth: A traditional African fabric

Mud cloth is a traditional African fabric that is made by hand. This centuries-old craft is still practiced today by artisans in various parts of Africa, and the brightly colored cloths are often used to make clothing, bedding such as pillow covers, and other household items.

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