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These handmade pandanus earrings are unique, each pair feature different patterns, sizes or colours.
Pandanus fibre art is labour intensive requiring a high level of care and fine needlework. Finished works are both functional and beautiful. Women collect pandanus by pulling from the top of a pandanus tree, stripping then dying the leaves using natural bush colour.
Name: Djilpin Artists, Pandanus
Community: Wugularr (Beswick)
Biography:
Pandanus jewellery has been collectively made by many Djilpin female artists. Artists include weaving masters, as well as those learning the craft. Colours, styles and techniques vary.
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