Makenge Tray, Zambia - (14.18) Freedom Embroiderers work at home and

Embroiderers work at home and from a base at the DWT Nthathe Adult Education Centre with the Sisters of Mercy in the Winterveld

and every strand is put together by hand — so each is one of a kind

Each of these bowls are carved by hand and used for storage and transportation of food items

80cm L x 20cm W x 15cm H

Size:-  55cm Diameter

Makenge Tray, Zambia - (14.18) Freedom Embroiderers work at home andThis Makenge tray is a testament to the weaving skills of the Mbundu and Lozi people of Zambia. An original piece, traditionally used to winnow grains, now a beautiful decorative object. How they are made: the trays are woven from the roots of the Makenge tree, a small tree that sends out very long, shallow roots. Only the small roots are gathered, so the bush stays alive to produce more for the future. The fine haired roots are dug from the ground,