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A taste of Ghana
Nkate Nkwam a nutty Ghanaian stew
Mini Woven Mat
I love traditional prayer mats, especially the intricate borders and patterns ancients wove to encourage us to have remembrance of God. Although we might not have the opportunity to make a full sized prayer mat, it is a wonderful experience to weave on a smaller scale. In this tutorial I’m going to show you how…
Lantern Making
So I love being creative with natural materials especially all the sticks my children collect. So get ready for lantern making! In the month of Ramadan lanterns are traditionally used as decorations, so this lantern will, God willing, make a lovely festive touch for Eid ul Fitr. Ideally you need willow sticks for this though…
Straw weaving
Straw Weaving Tutorial
Ramadan Kareem!
Ramadan favours
Ramadan Club
Information for participants
Ramadan Paper Lanterns
I’m excited: this is my first tutorial! This tutorial is based on some Zoom craft sessions I am doing as part of a Ramadan Club organised by parents and teachers of Olivewood Primary which my sons attend. Some participants (okay just one!) requested a guide. So instead of bombarding the WhatsApp group with loads of…
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