Fiber Nation: Not What I Expected
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From the khamak embroidery of Afghanganistan to Mayan rug hookers in Guatemala, see how women are changing their lives with creativity, courage, and old t shirts. Publisher Linda Ligon takes us around the world with Thrums Books, and reflects on how the best intentions can sometimes backfire.
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