The Mudcloth is also called Bogolanfini, which is a combination of three words in the Bambara language of Mali: “Bogo” which means clay or mud, “lan” means “with”, while “fini” means “cloth” in the Bambara language of Mali, this clearly explains why it is simply called “Mud Cloth”. Bogolan is a handmade Traditional cloth originally…
The traditional clothing of Senegal is the boubou. The “Complete” or “Grand” Boubou is actually like what you call a three-piece suit comprising a tunic, trousers and a boubou. You wear the tunic with the trousers first, then finish your dressing by wearing the Boubou on top. This Senegalese boubou has become a common clothing…
The diverse methods used in weaving the Kente cloth is what results in the different patterns of the fabric. The Kente cloth is usually woven by men mainly in the Kumasi region of Ghana.The cost of Kente depends on the quality of the fabric and the weaving. There are five common patterns on the Kente…
Kente Colours and their Meanings White: symbolises purity, innocence, peace, divinity and spirituality. Yellow: symbolises royalty, wealth, status and fertility. Black: symbolises mystery, spiritual energy, darkness and bereavement Blue: symbolises elevation, humility, patience, peace, love, harmony and stability. Green: symbolises life, growth, birth, spiritual renewal Brown symbolises healing. Pink or Purple Kente symbolises the sweetness,…
The beautiful multicoloured scarves worn on graduation day by thousands of African Americans and African students across the United States are actually made of Kente fabric. They are known as Kente Stoles.The Kente cloth originates from the Ashanti people of Ghana and started out as an exclusive piece of clothing for royalty. History…
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How Do I Avoid a “Pancake” face When Applying Make Up? How do some people do it? I’ve always wondered how some ladies feel walking around with an extra layer of face; too much foundation and concealer. Personally speaking, I always wondered what the purpose of putting on a foundation was. Why use…
How to Avoid Over-cleansing Your face. You might be over-cleansing your face if it feels tight. Other signs that you are over doing your cleaning regimen are rashes, adult acne, red flaking skin around the T-zone. It is important to check if your following the right cleaning regimen and utilising the right…
