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For their first weaving project most of the ladies wove belts.  Here in the arctic these belts are often used to keep a child inside ones parka by tying it around their waste.  I can't count the amount of times that I've been chatting with a woman and hear a squeak coming from behind them, not realizing that their child was in their parka the entire time.  It's the best way to keep their little one warm.

Below Mable wears her first handwoven belt.
 


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05/14/2011 10:46pm

So cool, this adventure you are on! These women look amazing- you are so fortunate to have this time with them! Stay warm!!

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janna
05/15/2011 10:22pm

Thanks Heather. I know, I feel blessed every day to have this time with these wonderful ladies.

It has been warming up these days, but the wind storms don't help.

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Emily
05/18/2011 2:49pm

Love the photos Janna!!! Keep them coming!

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