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projects and gifts. the creamy-brown coloured lengths come from a specific palm tree that originally grew only on the island of madagascar. raphia farinifera actually has the largest leaves of any palm tree, so it is a logical source for fibre. the fibrous leaves are cut off and torn apart in parallel
lines to yield very long strips of material. the tree is now cultivated specifically for harvest and export in east africa, as well. crafters value raffia for being soft, durable, and easy to dye. it can take the place of cord, grass, leaves, fabric, ribbon, stuffing, floral string, and even paper....
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