1. Fiber Weaving Ancient techniques meet modern style

2. History of Weaving and Fiber Arts Long before people made pottery from clay or cloth from wool, they made baskets from natural fibers such as tree bark and plant fibers Weavings date back to pre-Biblical times

3. 8 th Grade Navajo Rugs Textile weaving was a dominant craft among pre-contact Southwestern American tribes including the Pueblo and the Navajo. The Navajo began making rugs once for trade purposes in the 1880s. New styles and patterns were created for customers at trading posts in Early America.

7. Ganado Trading Post Traditional Ganado Pattern Rug

8. 7 th Grade African Art of Today Four types Traditional Art Textiles, masks, power figures used in rituals, sculpted heads, wall embellishments, ceremonial objects, and everyday objects Christian Art Artwork related to Christianity Tourist Art Souvenirs: animals replicas, recycled materials such as telephone wire, tin, and plastic Sold in African marketplaces to support the economy New African Art Styles similar to other areas in the world, but distinctly African themes in subject matter

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10. 6 th Grade Kumihimo Braids Kumihimo cord was first created by a form of finger-loop braiding. The most famous historical use of the cords was by samurai warriors as both a functional and decorative way to lace their own and their horse’s armor. Kumihimo braids are now used to tie jackets.