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Discovering Corn Dollies (Shire Discovering)

paperback – October 21, 2008
by Lambeth, M.
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ISBN-13: 9780852632833 ISBN-10: 0852632835
Publisher
Shire Publications
Binding
paperback
Published
October 21, 2008
Weight
1.0 lbs
Dimensions
17.70×0.40×11.30 cm

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Discovering Corn Dollies (Shire Discovering) by Lambeth, M.. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780852632833.

Corn Dollies have played a significant part in rural folklore all over the world. This book explores some of the ancient myths behind the making of straw figures, such as the belief that making offerings to the gods would ensure a plentiful harvest. Key techniques of straw plaiting are explained and illustrated, and many of the traditional designs of the dolly, as well as some modern examples, are described.