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My theme this year is Burma AKA Myanmar. I used to live in Laos, so I looked forward to returning to Southeast Asia. I spent a little over three weeks exploring this country, learning a bit about its culture: its history, religion, and language. I thought others might enjoy some of what I learned and see some of what I saw.
Weavers in Burma use, high grade cotton, silk and lotus to create fabrics.
Here the girl peels and shreds lotus that will be made into a very fine scarf or skirt. A lotus scarf costs about $35 US. A cotton one about $8. Silk is $25.
| Stripping Away the Outer Lotus Stem |
NOW what do you know about this Lotus that’s used for weaving?
T/F 1. While the lotus is used for weaving cloth, it’s also a sacred plant.
T/F 2. The lotus flower is beautiful, but poisonous.
Answers tomorrow.
