These simple handmade tools, used for weaving voivoi fiber in Fiji, are great models of resourcefulness and creativity. The tools are art forms in themselves; a collection of wooden “sambas” which split the palm-like fiber in various widths for weaving, a piece of baking soda can, a cow bone- “cucurui”, and a repurposed metal spoon. As the weavers work, you begin go see the appropriateness of each tool and how the tools are extension of their hands…..#fiji#toolsofthetrade #handmade #resourceful #creativity#weaving #naturalfibers #pandanus #handwoven#textiles#arts #inspiration#traditionalknowledge #nairaiisland #risebeyondthereef #communitymade

Nov 19, 2019 in Instagram

These simple handmade tools, used for weaving  voivoi fiber in Fiji, are great models of resourcefulness and creativity. The tools are art forms in themselves; a collection of wooden “sambas” which split the palm-like fiber in various widths for weaving, a piece of baking soda can, a cow bone- “cucurui”, and a repurposed metal spoon. As the weavers work, you begin go see the appropriateness of each tool and how the tools are extension of their hands.....#fiji#toolsofthetrade #handmade #resourceful #creativity#weaving #naturalfibers #pandanus #handwoven#textiles#arts #inspiration#traditionalknowledge #nairaiisland #risebeyondthereef #communitymade

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