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Fabric dolls - the genesis, near extinction and the resurgence.

The history of cloth fabric dolls or rag dolls stretches back to ancient Egypt and the Roman Empire. Traditionally home-made from spare scraps of material, they are one of the oldest children's toy...

Crocheting - the threads of tradition

Crocheting, a beloved fibre art technique that emerged in the mid 1820s, has evolved into an intricate craft celebrated for its diverse styles and cultural variations. Influenced by Danish shepherd...