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Barkcloth Batik

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:03:51 +0000

Materials Used: The barkcloth is got from the outer skin of the natal fig tree (mutuba), which is widely available in Uganda.

Usage: The backcloth has important cultural functions. Items made from backcloth materials include batiks, bags, table mats, pillows and many more..

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Nubian Basket

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 10:49:28 +0000

Materials Used: Raﬁa, palm leaves, sisal and banana ﬁber. The baskets are made in various designs and colors.

Usage: They are used as household and decorating items. The Nubian baskets are one of the top souvenirs from Uganda because of their beautiful designs and colours.

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Drum

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 10:24:11 +0000

Materials Used: Cow or goat skin and wood. Drum makers use special wood materials from Uganda’s natural forests.

Usage: Drums are mainly used as musical instruments in various cultural and traditional dances.

Drums are also used as cultural symbols of leadership. In some cultures, leaders are given drums after taking over leadership.

They are also used as decorative pieces and souvenirs.

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Table Mats

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 08:30:04 +0000

Materials Used: Raﬁa, palm leaves, banana ﬁber, backcloth.

The mats are made in various designs and colors

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Cow Horn

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 08:26:57 +0000

Materials Used: Cow Horn Products

Usage: Craft products made from cow horns include household utensils, hair dressing tools, decorative items and other various items.

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Karamajong Necklace

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 08:24:37 +0000

Materials Used: Beads, paper, cow horns

Usage: Jewelry, bracelets, necklaces, ear rings.

The Karamajong jewelry items are beautifully designed cultural pieces and used by women for beautification and cultural functions.

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Ear Rings6

admin — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 21:05:12 +0000

Materials Used: Beads, cow horns, fabrics, wood, paper

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Ear Rings5

admin — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 21:04:10 +0000

Materials Used: Beads, cow horns, fabrics, wood, paper

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Ear Rings4

admin — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 21:03:15 +0000

Materials Used: Beads, cow horns, fabrics, wood, paper

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Ear Rings3

admin — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 21:02:21 +0000

Materials Used: Beads, cow horns, fabrics, wood, paper

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