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Lorna Shuan, Kurriyala (Carpet Snake)

The carpet snake is an important animal for us. We call it Kurriyala in our Kuku Yalanji language. Our ancestors wrapped the meat in native ginger leaves and cooked it on the hot coals of the ground oven. They also used the skin to make head bands or skillfully sown blankets that keep the families warm and dry at night.

Screen printed by hand in Sydney, by master printers on 100% cotton linen. Sold by the metre in 132 cm width.

 

Care Instructions: Gentle machine or hand wash only in cool water, using mild detergent.

Do Not Soak, Bleach, Rub, Wring, Tumble. Line Dry Only in Shade. 

Warm Iron on Reverse. Do Not Dry Clean.

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