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I-OHiicmousso Siilctlilhi. Baiihiko Hand Hnihroiiicry Tiiarci^ Jewelry
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Founeniousso S.ikiliba is President
of the Association ofWidows and
Orphans in the Bamako neighborhood
of Sabalibougou. She teaches members
how to make bo^ohm so they have skills
tliat
will help them generate income.
The work of the organization extends
to the West African region, and people
from outside Mali come to Bamako to
study with her. The Association is
known for its scarves, pictures,
tablecloths, and pillowcases.
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Ousinaiic Gainam; Biiiitliii^iWi
Ousmane Gamane is a Dogon tailor
who specializes in the use ot indigo
dye to create deep blue cotton fabrics.
These are made into clothing, such as
shirts and pants, hats, bags, Iwuhoiis,
and
dresses. Dogon people also wear solid
blue scarves when they are in mourning.
The indigo plants grow on the plateau
/in Dogon country.
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