Delores Churchill
August 01st, 2024
Haida weaver Delores Churchill combines memoir and instructional guide, emphasizing the significance of cultural transmission in her book, From a Square to a Circle (Harbour $34.95), due out in October. Inspired by her strong-willed mother, Selina, Delores recounts her initial resistance to weaving, eventually embracing it as a vital cultural practice. The book delves into the history of Haida weaving as evidenced by ancient artifacts like 4,000-year-old baskets. Readers follow Delores through the meticulous process of harvesting and preparing cedar bark and spruce roots, learning traditional terminologies, natural dye recipes and detailed weaving techniques. Her love for basket weaving aims to inspire readers to engage with this cultural art form. 9781990776854
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